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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£36
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£81
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
6 h 29 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
6 h 32 m
Trains on 20 Sept
2
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
To travel from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz you need to make at least one change.
RJ 1296 · ICE 7265:396h35Salzburg Hbf12:14Cologne Messe/Deutz£361One-way1 change- EC 212 · ICE 9188:006h29Salzburg Hbf14:29Cologne Messe/Deutz£1261One-way1 change
- EC 212 · ICE 9188:006h29Salzburg Hbf14:29Cologne Messe/Deutz£1261One-way1 change
- RJ 1296 · ICE 7265:396h35Salzburg Hbf12:14Cologne Messe/Deutz£361One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 coach, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a flight costs an average of £450.
Distance: 560 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£86 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £450 Average Price | £40 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 22m Average total duration 10h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m 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 coach is £47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz costing on average £86.
A coach is £411 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz costing on average £450.
Other travel options to Cologne Messe/Deutz take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 52m.
Coach takes on average 10h 52m.
Tickets start at around £86 compared to roughly £40 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-45.27. The journey takes 6h 52m versus 6h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 210 · ICE 916 | On time 10:00 Salzburg Hbf | 6h29 | 16:29 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
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| RJ 1296 · ICE 726 | On time 5:39 Salzburg Hbf | 6h35 | 12:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| EC 212 · ICE 918 | On time 8:00 Salzburg Hbf | 6h29 | 14:29 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
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 7 times per day, taking around 6h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 06:00. The fastest train covers the 560 km distance in 5h 42m.
Distance 560 km |
Average train duration 6h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 42m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 6:00 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Salzburg Hbf and Cologne Messe/Deutz from £25. 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.
FAQs: Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz train
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
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg Hbf and Cologne Messe/Deutz
Most Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Salzburg Hbf and Cologne Messe/Deutz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Salzburg Hbf from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Most popular train connections from Salzburg Hbf
Most popular trains to and from Cologne Messe/Deutz and Salzburg Hbf
Most popular train connections to Cologne Messe/Deutz
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