4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Salzburg to Cologne
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
10 h 55 m
Average duration
11 h 51 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
562 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Salzburg to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Cologne will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 4 buses that leave Salzburg for Cologne every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 562 km distance in an average of 11 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 15 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Salzburg to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. 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 coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £118.
Distance: 562 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£50 Average Price Cheapest | £131 Average Price | £448 Average Price |
12h 7m Average total duration 11h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 41m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Cologne coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:45 Salzburg, P+R Süd | 13h25 | 21:10 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 22:20 Salzburg, P+R Süd | 10h40 | 09:00 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salzburg to Cologne
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Buses from Salzburg to Cologne run on average 7 times per day, taking around 11h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 562 km distance in 10h 40m.
Distance 562 km |
Average bus duration 11h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 40m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus from Salzburg to CologneYou can travel by bus between Salzburg to Cologne with FlixBus, Ourbus for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Salzburg to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Cologne by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Ourbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Ourbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Ourbus
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ourbus
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Cologne
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Süd (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 3, 8, 28
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
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