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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Cheapest price
$130
Average price
$130
Fastest journey
6 h 29 m
Average duration
6 h 29 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
560 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz will cost around $130 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $130.
It's difficult to get from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz without transferring at least once.
ICE 210 · ICE 91610:00 AM6h29Salzburg Hbf4:29 PMCologne Messe/Deutz$1301One-way1 transfer
- ICE 210 · ICE 91610:00 AM6h29Salzburg Hbf4:29 PMCologne Messe/Deutz$1301One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $199.
Distance: 347 miles (560 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$115 Average price | $586 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 18m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration Fastest 6h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 51m Average total duration 11h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz:
A bus is $69 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz costing on average $115 (€94).
A bus is $539 (€441) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz costing on average $586 (€480).
Other travel options to Cologne Messe/Deutz take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 48m.
Bus takes on average 11h 21m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (6h 48m by train vs 6h 51m by car). Tickets start at around $115 (€94) compared to roughly $54 (€44) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 212 · ICE 918 | On time 8:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 6h29 | 2:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Austria
Germany
Trains from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:47, the last at 12:05. The fastest train covers the 347 miles (560 km) distance in 6h 14m.
Distance 347 miles (560 km) |
Average train duration 6h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 14m |
First train 2:47 AM |
Last train 12:05 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Salzburg Hbf and Cologne Messe/Deutz from $24 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne Messe/Deutz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
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Most popular train connections to Cologne Messe/Deutz
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