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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Salzburg
Cheapest price
€43
Average price
€50
Fastest journey
10 h 35 m
Average duration
12 h 26 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
562 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Salzburg will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
Of the 6 buses that leave Cologne for Salzburg on Thu, Apr 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 09 the direct buses cover the 562 km distance in an average of 12 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 35 m .
On Thu, Apr 09 the slowest buses will take 13 h 40 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.
FlixBus10:40 AM10h35Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)9:15 PMSalzburg, P+R Süd€431One-way0 transfers- FlixBus · FlixBus11:30 PM13h40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)1:10 PMSalzburg, P+R Süd€501One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus10:20 PM12h40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)11:00 AMSalzburg, P+R Süd€501One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:00 PM12h40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)9:40 AMSalzburg, P+R Süd€511One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus3:10 AM12h35Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)3:45 PMSalzburg, P+R Süd€521One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus10:40 AM10h35Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)9:15 PMSalzburg, P+R Süd€431One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus3:10 AM12h35Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)3:45 PMSalzburg, P+R Süd€521One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus10:20 PM12h40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)11:00 AMSalzburg, P+R Süd€501One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:00 PM12h40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)9:40 AMSalzburg, P+R Süd€511One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus11:30 PM13h40Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)1:10 PMSalzburg, P+R Süd€501One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Cologne to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. 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 bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €149.
Distance: 562 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€47 Average price Cheapest | €104 Average price | €531 Average price |
10h 2m Average total duration 9h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 6m Average total duration 7h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m 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
Cologne to Salzburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Salzburg buses for today, Wednesday, April 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:25 PM Cologne | 13h45 | 12:10 PM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, April 9 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 12h35 | 1:45 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 8:40 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 10h35 | 7:15 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 14h35 | 4:10 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 12h40 | 7:40 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 12h40 | 9:00 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 13h40 | 11:10 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Salzburg
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Buses from Cologne to Salzburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €20 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:42. The fastest bus covers the 562 km distance in 10h 15m.
Distance 562 km |
Average bus duration 9h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 15m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:42 PM |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to SalzburgYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Salzburg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Salzburg by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cologne to Salzburg
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- 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
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
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