The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Salzburg
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£111
Fastest journey
7 h 13 m
Average duration
7 h 42 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
526 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Salzburg will cost around £111 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
To travel from Berlin to Salzburg you need to make at least one change.
ICE 705+
BRB 79033
ICE 703+
BRB 79025
ICE 509 · RJX 261
ICE 507 · RJX 69
ICE 1005+
BRB 79033
ICE 509 · RJX 261
ICE 507 · RJX 69
ICE 1005+
BRB 79033
ICE 703+
BRB 79025
ICE 705+
BRB 79033Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Berlin to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £63.
Distance: 526 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£138 Average Price | £221 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 27m Average total duration 6h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Salzburg trains for today, Monday 24 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 703+ BRB 79025 | On time 07:36 Berlin Hbf | 8h06 | 15:42 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 507 · RJX 69 | On time 08:45 Berlin Hbf | 7h13 | 15:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1005+ BRB 79033 | On time 10:04 Berlin Hbf | 7h38 | 17:42 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 509 · RJX 261 | On time 10:45 Berlin Hbf | 7h13 | 17:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Salzburg
Trains from Berlin to Salzburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 526 km distance in 5h 54m.
Distance 526 km |
Average train duration 6h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 54m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB Nightjet, Westbahn, BVG, FlixTrain from Berlin to Salzburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB Nightjet, Westbahn, BVG, FlixTrain trains will get you between Berlin and Salzburg from £27. 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.
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB Nightjet
Westbahn
FlixTrain
BVG
Trains from Berlin to Salzburg, Austria
Germany's national train company, Deutsche Bahn, provides regular services between Berlin and Salzburg in Austria. Trains depart from Berlin Hauptbahnhof roughly every hour between the hours of 4 a.m. and 4 p.m. on weekdays and Saturdays and from around 7 a.m. on Sundays. There are also several overnight trains which depart later in the evening. The journey involves at least 1 change at Munich Hauptbahnhof and takes between 8 and 9 hours, or 12 to 14 hours for overnight services. Passengers arrive at Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, which is conveniently located in the city centre.
FAQs: Berlin to Salzburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin 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 Berlin and Salzburg
- AVCI Bistro
- Restaurant Athos
- Yoko Sushi
- Payamlino Bistro
- Hotel Nova
- Pension Adamshof
- Pension Zum Lichtenberger
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
- Haus der 100 Biere
- Ach!NikO!Ach!
- Ristorante Salve
- Mommsen-Eck
- Hotel Orion
- Come Inn Berlin Kurfürstendamm Opera
- Ku’ Damm 101 Design-Hotel Berlin
- EnergieHotel
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Unvernunft
- Taverna Teloneio
- Burger King
- Hasir
- Hotel Benn
- Hotel Herbst
- Hotel Lindenufer
- Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau
- Fook Lam Mun
- Schützen-Wirtin
- Loretta am Wannsee
- Lorettas Almhütte
- Bonverde am Wannsee
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Kouzina
- Aida
- Madame Ngo
- Thanh Long
- Air in Berlin Hotel
- City Ansbach
- Hotel Pullman Berlin Schweizerhof
- Hotel Classic
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- La Femme
- Insel Snack
- Curry-Baude
- BAK Breakfast House
- Hotel am Luisenbad
- Citylight Hotel
- Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Potsdamer Straße.
- Vapiano
- Lindenbräu am Potsdamer Platz
- The Curtain Club
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Crowne Plaza Berlin – Potsdamer Platz
- The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin
- Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: shopping and dining area
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S25, S26
- Bus: Several lines available
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Mammam
- Der Alte Fritz
- Carambar
- Da Vincenzo
- Art’otel Berlin Mitte
- Radisson Collection Hotel Berlin
- Hotel ibis Berlin Mitte
- Hotel Casa Camper Berlin
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Dante
- Dalinji
- Addis Abeba
- Phan Gia
- Econtel Berlin Charlottenburg
- Aparotel Berlin
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Soul Sushi Berlin Mitte
- Witty's Bio-Currywurst
- Starbucks
- Hotel Neuer Fritz Berlin
- Meliá Berlin
- NH Collection
- Maritim proArte Hotel Berlin
- Pizzeria Dilara
- Asia Snack
- Il Nuovo
- El Buen Gusto
- India Spice
- Jelänger Jelieber
- JAS
- Schneeweiß
- Hotel Victoria
- A&O Berlin Friedrichshain
- Lara Beach
- Bica Billard & Café
- Asia & Sushi
- Miran Bistro
- Ibis Budget
- AapHotel.com
- Berlin Hostel
- Witty's Bio-Currywurst
- Starbucks
- Espresso House
- Hotel Neuer Fritz Berlin
- Meliá Berlin
- NH Collection
- Maritim proArte Hotel Berlin
- McDonald's
- Risa Chicken
- Betriebskantine
- Birecik Döner Kebab
- Hotel Alt-Tempelhof
- Appartements Eisemann
- Schleusenkrug
- Weinwirtschaft in der Akademie der Künste
- Café Viktoria
- Marjan Grill
- Hansablick Garni
- Hotel Indigo Berlin Ku'damm
- Novum Style Hotel Berlin-Centrum
- SO/ Berlin Das Stue
- Fünf & Sechzig
- Scorpion
- Arema
- Lichtblick
- Gästehaus Axel Springer
- Hotel garni Aaberna
- Mercure Hotel Moa Berlin
- Imbiss Olympische Brücke
- Preußisches Landwirtshaus
- Café Benjamine
- Wurstmax
- 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
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking options in the vicinity.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Hotel Schloss Mönchstein
- Hotel Villa Carlton
- Hotel & Villa Auersperg
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- 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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