Altenmarkt im Pongau to Cologne by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Altenmarkt im Pongau to Cologne? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 614 kilometres.

Train cost for travel between Altenmarkt im Pongau and Cologne

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is €37.28, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 4 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Altenmarkt im Pongau to Cologne train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Altenmarkt im Pongau to Cologne is at 05:29 and the last is at 22:31. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 06:06 and the last one is at 22:31. You can expect 3 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 5 hours and 27 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Altenmarkt im Pongau to Cologne?

This journey covers a total of 614 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 7 hours and 51 minutes.

Booking Altenmarkt im Pongau to Cologne trains in advance

Booking your Altenmarkt im Pongau to Cologne tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 4 months before departure.

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Making the most of your Altenmarkt im Pongau to Cologne travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Cologne.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Altenmarkt im Pongau to Cologne by train?

The distance between Altenmarkt im Pongau and Cologne is 614 kilometres.

What is the Altenmarkt im Pongau to Cologne train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs €37.28. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

How far in advance can I book my Altenmarkt im Pongau to Cologne train tickets?

You can start booking tickets for this route 4 months in advance.

How long does the train take from Altenmarkt im Pongau to Cologne?

The fastest journey takes 7 hours and 51 minutes.