The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Hallstatt
Cheapest price
$78
Average price
$169
Fastest journey
8 h 56 m
Average duration
9 h 20 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
614 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Hallstatt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Hallstatt will cost around $169 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $78.
To travel from Cologne to Hallstatt you need to make at least 4 changes.
ICE 103 · ICE 119+
IC 743+
REX 708:54 AM9h39Cologne Hbf6:33 PMHallstatt, Seelände (Hallstatt Lahn)$781One-way4 changes
IC 1940 · ICE 279 · ICE 565 · RJX 698:53 AM10h57Cologne Hbf7:50 PMHallstatt, Seelände (Hallstatt Lahn)$1501One-way6 changes
ICE 515 · RJX 69 · IC 745 · R 44189:54 AM9h56Cologne Hbf7:50 PMHallstatt, Seelände (Hallstatt Lahn)$1501One-way4 changes
ICE 1515 · ICE 1225 · REX 4420 · Bus SV17010:29 AM12h04Cologne Hbf10:33 PMHallstatt, Seelände (Hallstatt Lahn)$1501One-way3 changes
ICE 1225 · REX 4420 · Bus SV1709:53 AM12h40Cologne Hbf10:33 PMHallstatt, Seelände (Hallstatt Lahn)$1501One-way2 changes
ICE 103 · ICE 593+
RJX 67+
IC 7418:54 AM8h56Cologne Hbf5:50 PMHallstatt, Seelände (Hallstatt Lahn)$3031One-way5 changes
ICE 623 · RJX 69 · IC 745 · R 441810:45 AM9h05Cologne Messe/Deutz7:50 PMHallstatt, Seelände (Hallstatt Lahn)$1751One-way4 changes
ICE 529 · RJX 67 · IC 741 · R 44148:45 AM9h05Cologne Messe/Deutz5:50 PMHallstatt, Seelände (Hallstatt Lahn)$2001One-way4 changes
ICE 103 · ICE 119+
IC 743+
REX 708:54 AM9h39Cologne Hbf6:33 PMHallstatt, Seelände (Hallstatt Lahn)$781One-way4 changes
ICE 515 · RJX 69 · IC 745 · R 44189:54 AM9h56Cologne Hbf7:50 PMHallstatt, Seelände (Hallstatt Lahn)$1501One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Cologne to Hallstatt
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Hallstatt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $54, and a flight costs an average of $167.
Distance: 614 km
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$105 Average Price Cheapest | $367 Average Price |
9h 6m Average total duration 8h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne to Hallstatt train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Hallstatt trains for today, Wednesday, 13 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:54 AM Cologne | 8h53 | 4:47 PM Hallstatt | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:31 AM Cologne | 8h53 | 5:24 PM Hallstatt | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:53 PM Cologne | 13h37 | 6:30 AM Hallstatt | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Hallstatt
Trains from Cologne to Hallstatt run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 19:45. The fastest train covers the 614 km distance in 8h 53m.
Distance 614 km |
Average train duration 8h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 8h 53m |
First train 6:05 AM |
Last train 7:45 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | ICE from Cologne to Hallstatt trainsÖBB | ICE trains will get you between Cologne and Hallstatt from $54. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cologne to Hallstatt train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Hallstatt 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 Hallstatt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Hallstatt
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
- Parking is available near the station, but not directly at the station itself.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- The station consists of a single platform with a waiting area and ticket machines.
- Bus: Bus number 150 to Bad Ischl
- Ferry: Ferry connection to Hallstatt village

