The cheapest and fastest trains from Göttingen to Salzburg
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
5 h 57 m
Average duration
6 h 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
472 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Göttingen to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Göttingen to Salzburg will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
Of the 2 trains that leave Göttingen 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 472 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 37 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.
9:096h37Göttingen15:46Salzburg£601One-way0 changes
4:025h57Göttingen9:59Salzburg£1031One-way0 changes
4:025h57Göttingen9:59Salzburg£1031One-way0 changes
9:096h37Göttingen15:46Salzburg£601One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Göttingen to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Göttingen to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £141.
Distance: 472 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£96 Average Price | £440 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 4m Average total duration Fastest 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 42m Average total duration 8h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 31m Average total duration 12h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Göttingen to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Göttingen to Salzburg trains for tomorrow, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:02 Göttingen | 5h57 | 9:59 Salzburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:09 Göttingen | 6h37 | 15:46 Salzburg | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Göttingen to Salzburg
Trains from Göttingen to Salzburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:51, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 472 km distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 472 km |
Average train duration 5h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 50m |
First train 0:51 |
Last train 23:08 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet from Göttingen to Salzburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet trains will get you between Göttingen and Salzburg from £30. 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 | Nightjet
FAQs: Göttingen to Salzburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Göttingen 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 Göttingen and Salzburg
Most Göttingen to Salzburg trains use the Göttingen to Salzburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Use this guide to compare Göttingen and Salzburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Göttingen station do trains to Salzburg leave from?
Getting to Göttingen from Göttingen city centre
Göttingen train station facilities and services
Göttingen 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 and drink
Food options include: Mannamia, Europic, Efes Döner, Bratwurst Glöckle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Göttingen. ATMs are available at Göttingen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Göttingen. Information desks are available at Göttingen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Göttingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Göttingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Göttingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Göttingen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Kasseler Hof, Hotel Schiffer, B&B Hotel Göttingen-City.
Getting to Göttingen, ZOB from Göttingen city centre
Göttingen, ZOB train station facilities and services
Göttingen, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Kartoffelhaus, Zum Szültenbürger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Göttingen, ZOB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Göttingen, ZOB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Göttingen, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Göttingen, ZOB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Göttingen, ZOB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Stadt Hannover, Hotel Central, Romantik Hotel Gebhards.
Which Salzburg station do trains from Göttingen arrive at?
Getting to Salzburg Hbf from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Getting to Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) train station facilities and services
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Getting to Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt train station facilities and services
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schloss Mönchstein, Hotel Villa Carlton, Hotel & Villa Auersperg.
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