How to travel from Salzburg to Cologne

There are 3 options to travel between Salzburg and Cologne including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Salzburg to Cologne is a bus with an average price of €42.

This is compared to other travel options from Salzburg to Cologne:

A bus is €34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Cologne costing on average €75.

A bus is €300 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg to Cologne costing on average €342.

The fastest way to travel from Salzburg to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 21m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 16m.

Bus takes on average 12h 0m.

The distance from Salzburg to Cologne is approximately 349 miles (562 km).

The average frequency per day from Salzburg to Cologne is:

• Around 8 buses per day.
• Around 7 trains per day.
• Around 2 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Salzburg and Cologne as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Salzburg to Cologne:

• Flights mostly depart from Salzburg Airport and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Salzburg Hbf and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Salzburg, P+R Süd and arrive in Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Salzburg to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Cologne by bus.
• Travel with Eurowings to go to Cologne by flight.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Cologne by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Salzburg to Cologne with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.
• 0 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).

Omio customers who travel from Salzburg to Cologne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cologne and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Cologne to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Cologne, you can explore the Cologne Chocolate Museum to learn about chocolate history and production, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and visit the Botanical Gardens Flora for stunning floral displays. Discover trendy boutiques and vibrant street art in the Belgian Quarter, or attend a concert at the renowned Cologne Philharmonic Hall. Don't miss the iconic Cologne Cathedral, the modern art collection at Museum Ludwig, and the love lock-adorned Hohenzollern Bridge. Wander through the charming Old Town (Altstadt) and visit the diverse Cologne Zoo.

Three days are generally recommended to explore Cologne's main attractions, including the Cologne Cathedral, Old Town, and museums.