The cheapest and fastest trains from Bayreuth to Salzburg
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 20 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bayreuth to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bayreuth to Salzburg will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bayreuth for Salzburg every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 262 km distance in an average of 4 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 26 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Bayreuth to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bayreuth to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £190.
Distance: 262 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£47 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £430 Average Price |
5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 5m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bayreuth to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Bayreuth to Salzburg trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:01 Bayreuth | 3h57 | 12:58 Salzburg | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 8 November | |||||
![]() | 06:16 Bayreuth | 4h26 | 10:42 Salzburg | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bayreuth to Salzburg
Trains from Bayreuth to Salzburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:51, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 262 km distance in 3h 57m.
Distance 262 km |
Average train duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 57m |
First train 00:51 |
Last train 23:08 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, Alex from Bayreuth to Salzburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, Alex trains will get you between Bayreuth and Salzburg from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Alex
Bayerische Regiobahn
FAQs: Bayreuth to Salzburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bayreuth 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bayreuth and Salzburg
- Monday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:30 - 14:00
- Ponte Central
- Inges Café
- Poseidon
- Cô Chính
- Poseidon
- Bayerischer Hof
- B&B Hotel
- Hotel Weihenstephan
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and S-Bahn platforms
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
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