Explore Cologne to Saalfelden by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Cologne to Saalfelden aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train cost between Cologne to Saalfelden

Getting from Cologne to Saalfelden by rail typically costs €110.54, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Cologne to Saalfelden daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Saalfelden on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 9 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 02:06: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 23:55: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 00:28: departure of first train on weekends

  • 23:59: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 1 hour and 23 minutes: frequency of train departures

Train travel time and distance from Cologne to Saalfelden

Trains can complete this route in as little as 6 hours and 54 minutes. The total distance travelled is 578 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between Cologne and Saalfelden

Tickets for travel between Cologne and Saalfelden can be booked 6 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Learn even more about travelling from Cologne to Saalfelden by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Saalfelden.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between Cologne and Saalfelden by train?

The train journey from Cologne to Saalfelden covers 578 kilometres in total.

What is the Cologne to Saalfelden train price?

The lowest price available on this route is €110.54. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

How far in advance can I book my Cologne to Saalfelden train travel?

Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 6 months in advance.

How long does the train take from Cologne to Saalfelden?

The fastest journey takes 6 hours and 54 minutes.