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Mozarts Geburtshaus
Mozart’s birthplace presents family rooms, period objects and musical history. It is the essential museum for visitors interested in Salzburg’s most famous resident.
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£108
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£143
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
13 h 37 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
14 h 32 m
Trains on 30 Aug
9
Distance
876 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Salzburg will cost around £143 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £108.
To travel from Copenhagen to Salzburg you need to make at least 3 changes.
ECE 1191 · S1 · ICE 509+
79037
ECE 1191 · S1 · ICE 73 · ICE 587
ECE 395 · S3 · ICE 885 · S8
ECE 395 · S3 · ICE 885+
79569
ECE 395 · S3 · ICE 885 · 27077
RJ 13463 · S5 · ICE 789 · EC 213
ECE 1191 · S1 · ICE 73 · ICE 587
RJ 13465 · S5 · ICE 883 · ICE 1603
ECE 1191 · S1 · ICE 509+
79037
IC 50121 · IC 5755 · 11167 · S3Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £70 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £70, while a flight costs an average of £242.
Distance: 876 km
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£85 Average Price | £242 Average Price | £70 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 36m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 19h 39m Average total duration 19h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Salzburg trains for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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RJ 13463 · S5 · ICE 789 · EC 213 | On time 6:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 13h37 | 19:59 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
ECE 393 · S3 · ICE 881 · RJ 215 | On time 8:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 13h39 | 22:01 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
ECE 2603 · S3 · ICE 881 · RJ 215 | On time 8:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 13h39 | 22:01 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJ 13465 · S5 · ICE 883 · ICE 1603 | On time 10:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 14h20 | 0:42 Salzburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
ECE 2605 · S3 · ICE 885 · S8 | On time 12:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 19h11 | 7:33 Salzburg Hbf | 6 changes | |
ECE 395 · S3 · ICE 885 · S8 | On time 12:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 19h11 | 7:33 Salzburg Hbf | 6 changes | |
ECE 395 · S3 · ICE 885+ 79005 | On time 12:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 19h28 | 7:50 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
ECE 395 · S3 · ICE 885 · 27077 | On time 12:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 19h11 | 7:33 Salzburg Hbf | 6 changes | |
| Sunday 30 August | |||||
ECE 1191 · S1 · ICE 73 · ICE 587 | On time 5:08 Copenhagen Central Station | 13h50 | 18:58 Salzburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
ECE 1191 · S1 · ICE 509+ 79037 | On time 5:08 Copenhagen Central Station | 14h38 | 19:46 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 50121 · IC 5755 · 11167 · S3 | On time 5:45 Copenhagen Central Station | 16h16 | 22:01 Salzburg Hbf | 5 changes | |
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Trains from Copenhagen to Salzburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £48 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 876 km distance in 13h 20m.
Distance 876 km |
Average train duration 9h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 13h 20m |
First train 0:12 |
Last train 23:35 |
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Discover the best of Salzburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Salzburg trip today.
Mozart’s birthplace presents family rooms, period objects and musical history. It is the essential museum for visitors interested in Salzburg’s most famous resident.
Mozart’s later residence displays original documents, instruments and domestic interiors. It gives a fuller picture of his life in the city beyond the old town crowds.
A modern art museum on Mönchsberg with changing exhibitions and a terrace overlooking Salzburg. It suits travellers seeking contemporary culture and views together.
Salzburg’s best-known shopping street is lined with historic façades, wrought-iron signs and landmark buildings. It is ideal for a first walk through the old centre.
These formal gardens feature geometric flower beds, statues and views towards the fortress. They are a pleasant open-air stop close to Mirabell Palace.
A spacious Baroque square beside the cathedral, framed by major historic buildings. It works well for orientation, photos and joining key old town routes.
Nockerl baked into a sweet soufflé-like dessert, dusted with sugar to resemble Salzburg’s hills. It is the city’s signature pudding.
A soft pretzel ring from Salzburg, usually topped with salt and caraway. It is a long-standing local bakery speciality often eaten as a snack.
Marinated beef with onions and spices, traditionally served cold with bread. It reflects Salzburg tavern cooking and Alpine preserving methods.
Refined Austrian dining with seasonal produce and polished service in a smart but approachable setting on the Mönchsberg side.
Historic beer hall serving Augustiner beer from wooden barrels with simple Austrian food in a lively communal setting.
Popular inn near the fortress serving hearty Austrian dishes, dumplings and beer in a rustic, relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for Austria: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and many casual meals and cafés remain manageable for tourists.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants add about 5-10% for good service; round up in cafés and taxis.
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Salzburg Hbf -> Mozartsteg, Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen 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.

Most Copenhagen to Salzburg trains use the København Hovedb. to Salzburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Salzburg Aiglhof. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen and Salzburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
København Hovedb. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.
Oerestad st is 5 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:
Oerestad st has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Rasoi - Indian Cuisine, Brasserie Storm
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Oerestad st. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Oerestad st. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oerestad st: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oerestad st: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oerestad st: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include AC Hotel by Marriott Bella Sky Copenhagen, Crowne Plaza Copenhagen Towers, Cabinn Metro Hotel.
København, Tietgensgade (Hovedbanegården togbus) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at København, Tietgensgade (Hovedbanegården togbus).
ATMs are available at København, Tietgensgade (Hovedbanegården togbus).
Available at København, Tietgensgade (Hovedbanegården togbus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at København, Tietgensgade (Hovedbanegården togbus): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at København, Tietgensgade (Hovedbanegården togbus).
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Salzburg Aiglhof is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Aiglhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Aiglhof.
ATMs are available at Salzburg Aiglhof.
Available at Salzburg Aiglhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Aiglhof: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Aiglhof.
Salzburg Taxham Europark is 3 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Taxham Europark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
ATMs are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
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