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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
£39
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
3 h 48 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
To travel from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg you need to make at least one change.
5408 · S6 · ICE 1215
59448 · S6 · EC 115
59456 · S6 · RJX 65
5410 · S6+
967
5408 · S6+
967
5408 · S6 · ICE 1215
59456 · S6 · RJX 65
59448 · S6 · EC 115
S6 · RJX 186
5413 · RJX 19977Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 150 km
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£33 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg trains for today, Thursday 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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S6 · RJX 186 | 8:02 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 4h01 | 12:03 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
DB 6 · RJX 186 | 8:02 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 4h01 | 12:03 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
59448 · S6 · EC 115 | On time 8:07 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 3h52 | 11:59 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
59456 · S6 · RJX 65 | On time 9:07 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 3h51 | 12:58 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
59456 · S6+ 967 | 9:07 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 8h14 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
5413 · RJX 19977 | 10:02 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 4h01 | 14:03 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
6 · RJX19977 | 10:02 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 4h01 | 14:03 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
5408 · S6 · ICE 1215 | On time 10:07 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 3h48 | 13:55 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
5408 · S6+ 967 | 10:07 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 7h14 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
5410 · S6 · RJX 67 | On time 11:07 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 3h51 | 14:58 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
5410 · S6+ 967 | 11:07 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 6h14 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
S6 · RJX 19915 | 12:02 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 4h01 | 16:03 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
DB 6 · RJX19915 | 12:02 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 4h01 | 16:03 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
59450 · S6 · ICE 119 | On time 12:07 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 3h52 | 15:59 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
59450 · S6+ 967 | 12:07 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 5h14 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
59458 · S6+ 79025 | 12:24 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 4h22 | 16:46 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:51, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 0:51 |
Last train 22:55 |
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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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg trains use the Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Salzburg Süd. Use this guide to compare Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Salzburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Subway, Hubertus, Sausalitos, Ritzmann's Zugspitzstube
Wi-Fi is available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. ATMs are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Ticket office support is available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Information desks are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Luggage storage is available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten, Biohotel Garmischer Hof, Die Werdenfelserei, Roter Hahn.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Lodge am Hausberg, Restaurant Alpenhof
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Zugspitze, Hotel Königshof, Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten.
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 Liefering is 4 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Liefering has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food options include: McDonald's
ATMs are available at Salzburg Liefering.
Available at Salzburg Liefering: Parking.
Available at Salzburg Liefering: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Liefering.
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt.
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schloss Mönchstein, Hotel Villa Carlton, Hotel & Villa Auersperg.
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