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Heimatmuseum Vogtturm
Town museum in the Vogtturm, presenting Zell am See’s local history, culture and objects in a restored medieval tower.
Cheapest price on 25 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 25 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 25 Sept
1 h
Average journey duration on 25 Sept
1 h 8 m
Buses on 25 Sept
5
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Salzburg to Zell am See is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Zell am See will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
On Fri 25 Sept, we found 5 buses from Salzburg to Zell am See, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 56 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 20 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.










The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Zell am See coaches for tomorrow, Friday 25 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:10 Salzburg | 1h10 | 3:20 Zell am See | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:30 Salzburg | 1h10 | 14:40 Zell am See | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:30 Salzburg | 1h20 | 18:50 Zell am See | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:20 Salzburg | 1h00 | 19:20 Zell am See | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:20 Salzburg | 1h00 | 19:20 Zell am See | 0 changesdirect |
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The earliest coach runs at 09:37, the last at 09:37.
Distance 56 km |
First bus 9:37 |
Last bus 9:37 |
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Town museum in the Vogtturm, presenting Zell am See’s local history, culture and objects in a restored medieval tower.
Interactive exhibition in the National Park worlds covering alpine nature, wildlife and glaciers, suitable for families and curious adults.
Museum on local transport and regional mobility, with heritage material linked to rail travel in the Pinzgau area.
Lakefront promenade ideal for strolling, boating views and easy access to the old town, beaches and public spaces.
Popular summit viewpoint above town with broad lake and mountain panoramas, reached by cable car and walking trails.
Pedestrian heart of Zell am See with historic buildings, shops and access to the parish church and town square.
A clear beef broth with sliced pancakes. It is a classic Austrian starter served in alpine inns and family kitchens.
Sweet shredded pancake, caramelised and dusted with sugar, often served with fruit compote. A beloved Austrian mountain dessert.
A thin veal cutlet coated in crumbs and fried until golden. It is one of Austria’s most iconic traditional dishes.
Smart hotel restaurant with refined Austrian and international cooking, suited to a more polished dinner experience.
Traditional Austrian restaurant in the old town, known for schnitzel, seasonal dishes and a cosy alpine dining room.
Casual Austrian eatery with local staples, beer and generous portions, popular for an unfussy traditional meal.
Zell am See is pricier than many Austrian towns, especially in ski season; hotels, dining and lift-linked transport raise visitor costs.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. Add 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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