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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zell am See to Cologne

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

$43

Average price

$62

Fastest journey

8 h 47 m

Average duration

10 h 2 m

Trains per day

Distance

584 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zell am See to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zell am See to Cologne will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Zell am See for Cologne on Thu, Jul 17, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 17 the direct trains cover the 584 km distance in an average of 10 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 47 m .

On Thu, Jul 17 the slowest trains will take 11 h 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

07:15AM10h02

Zell am See

05:17PMCologne

$431One-way

0 transfers

04:08AM9h24

Zell am See

01:32PMCologne

$671One-way

0 transfers

08:45AM8h47

Zell am See

05:32PMCologne

$671One-way

0 transfers

09:15PM11h56

Zell am See

09:11AMCologne

$691One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and flight for Zell am See to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zell am See to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €40, and a flight costs an average of €80.

Distance: 362 miles (584 km)

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Most popular Train	Flight
€74 Average price Cheapest	€131 Average price
8h 12m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest	1.8 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Overview: Train from Zell am See to Cologne

Austria

Germany

Trains from Zell am See to Cologne run on average 17 times per day, taking around 7h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

362 miles (584 km)

Average train duration

7h 42m

Cheapest ticket price

$50 (€40)

Trains per day

Fastest train

7h 38m

First train

00:03

Last train

23:58

Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE and ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Zell am See to Cologne trains

Find the best trains from Zell am See to Cologne with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE and ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from $55 (€45). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Zell am See to Cologne train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 7 h 28 min
Cheapest Price: $55

The ÖBB ICE is a high-speed train service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). It is one of the most popular train services in Austria, offering fast and comfortable journeys between major cities. The ICE trains are modern and well-equipped, with comfortable seating, air-conditioning, and power sockets. There are three types of ICE trains: ICE T, ICE S, and ICE Sprinter. The ICE T is the fastest, with speeds of up to 230 km/h, while the ICE S and ICE Sprinter offer slightly slower speeds. The ÖBB ICE offers a range of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include a restaurant car, free Wi-Fi, and a range of entertainment options. The most popular routes for the ÖBB ICE include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz.

ÖBB | ICE from Zell am See to Cologne train information:

Average Duration: 7 h 35 min
Cheapest Price: $67

The ÖBB Euro City is a high-speed train service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). It is one of the most popular train services in Austria, connecting major cities across the country. The Euro City trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioned coaches and plenty of legroom. There are two types of Euro City trains: the EC (Euro City) and the IC (InterCity). The EC trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 200 km/h, while the IC trains are slightly slower, with speeds of up to 160 km/h. The ÖBB Euro City offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes for the ÖBB Euro City include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz.

ÖBB Intercity is a domestic high-speed rail service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) in Austria. They are addition to the Eurocity and the Railjet for long-distance travels and also include first class cars, the trains are air-conditioned, hve power sockets a minibar service and are comfortable. ÖBB Intercity trains mostly run on the inner alpine lines to cities like Graz, Linz and Salzburg and Inssbruck.

ÖBB Nightjet is an Austrian train company that offers overnight services across Europe. It has a range of train types, including the EuroNight, CityNightLine and Nightjet, which all offer comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. The EuroNight is the most luxurious option, with private compartments and a restaurant car. The CityNightLine is a more affordable option, with compartments and couchettes, while the Nightjet is the most basic option, with couchettes and reclining seats. Ticket types include Economy, Comfort and Business, with the latter offering the most luxurious experience. The most popular routes for ÖBB Nightjet are from Vienna to Munich, Berlin, Zurich, Amsterdam, Prague and Budapest.

FAQs: Trains from Zell am See to Cologne

FAQs: Travel by train from Zell am See to Cologne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zell am See to Cologne.

Cheap train tickets from Zell am See to Cologne can start from as little as $47 (€38) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Zell am See to Cologne is $101 (€82); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Zell am See to Cologne train time is 7 h 38 min covering the 362 mile (584 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Zell am See to Cologne leaves at 12: 11 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Zell am See to Cologne leaves at 11: 58 PM.

There are 19 trains a day from Zell am See to Cologne which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE or ÖBB | InterCity. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Cologne. Take the fast train with ÖBB | ICE from Zell am See to Cologne.

For the best Zell am See to Cologne train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE or ÖBB | InterCity. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Cologne from Zell am See to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 58 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Zell am See to Cologne by train is August.

You have options as you can travel to Cologne from Zell am See 2 different ways: train or flight.