Travelling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Salzburg by train

Want to know how to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Salzburg by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Salzburg take around 6 hours and 13 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 548 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Cologne Bonn Airport is scheduled to depart at around  02:56. The last departure is usually at around 23:38 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Cologne Bonn Airport at around 02:56, with the last train leaving at around 23:51. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 8 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 52 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €154.67.

We think any time is a great time to visit Salzburg, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Salzburg.

Is there a direct train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Salzburg?

The journey between Cologne Bonn Airport and Salzburg usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Cologne Bonn Airport to Salzburg every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

How long does it take to travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Salzburg?

The Cologne Bonn Airport to Salzburg train travel takes about 6 hours and 13 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Cologne Bonn Airport to Salzburg train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Salzburg leaving Cologne Bonn Airport at around 02:56 and the last train leaving at around 23:38 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Cologne Bonn Airport at around 02:56, with the final departure at 23:51.