The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Salzburg
Cheapest price
£230
Average price
£230
Fastest journey
1 d 12 h 23 m
Average duration
1 d 12 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Salzburg will cost around £230 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £230.
To travel from Barcelona to Salzburg you need to make at least 3 changes.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £67, and a flight costs an average of £41.
Distance: 1117 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£231 Average Price | £267 Average Price | £114 Average Price Cheapest |
36h 53m Average total duration 36h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 38m Average total duration 25h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 3.3 - 6.7kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Salzburg trains for today, Tuesday 30 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:19 Barcelona | 36h23 | 20:42 Salzburg | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Salzburg
Trains from Barcelona to Salzburg run on average 1 times per day, taking around 36h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £231 but you can travel from only £41 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 1117 km distance in 36h 23m.
Distance 1117 km |
Average train duration 36h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £231 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 36h 23m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 18:00 |
Train companies: Renfe Viajeros from Barcelona to Salzburg trainsRenfe Viajeros trains will get you between Barcelona and Salzburg from £41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Barcelona to Salzburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Salzburg 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 Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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