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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 10 Oct
£40
Average ticket price on 10 Oct
£81
Fastest journey on 10 Oct
7 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 10 Oct
7 h 27 m
Trains on 10 Oct
12
Distance
366 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Salzburg will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
To travel from Lucerne to Salzburg you need to make at least one change.
IR 2125+
EC 195+
RJX19937
IR 2117 · EC 191 · BUS 10191 · S3
IR 2117 · EC 191 · BUS 10191 · S3
IR 2123 · RJX13483
IR 2109+
EC 97+
RJX19977
IR 2117 · EC 191 · BUS 10191 · S3
IR 2115 · RJX13479
IR 2111 · RJX13477
IR 2107+
EC 13473+
RJX19985
IR 2113+
EC 99+
RJX19915Trains from Lucerne to Salzburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 366 km distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 366 km |
Average train duration 6h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 50m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 23:35 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Salzburg trains for today, Friday 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 2571+ EC 99+ RJX19915 | 8:35 Lucerne station | 7h28 | 16:03 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IR 2312 · ICE 372 · ICE 565 · RJX 69 | On time 8:54 Lucerne station | 8h04 | 16:58 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IR 2115 · RJX13479 | 9:35 Lucerne station | 7h27 | 17:02 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IR 2117+ EC 191+ REX 1+ RJX19957 | 10:35 Lucerne station | 7h28 | 18:03 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IR 2316 · ICE 370 · ICE 567 · RJX 261 | On time 10:54 Lucerne station | 8h04 | 18:58 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IR 2121 · EC 193 · EC 213 · S 3 | On time 12:35 Lucerne station | 7h29 | 20:04 Salzburg Liefering | 3 changes | |
IR 2121+ EC 193+ Bus10193 · DB S3 | On time 12:35 Lucerne station | 7h24 | 19:59 Salzburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
IR 2121+ EC 193+ REX 1+ RJX19919 | On time 12:35 Lucerne station | 7h28 | 20:03 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IR 2320 · ICE 278 · ICE 569 · RJ 1293 | On time 12:54 Lucerne station | 8h07 | 21:01 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IR 2320 · ICE 278 · ICE 569 · RJ 1293 | 12:54 Lucerne station | 8h10 | 21:04 Salzburg Liefering | 4 changes | |
IR 2123 · RJX13483 | 13:35 Lucerne station | 7h29 | 21:04 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IR 2125+ EC 195+ RJX19937 | 14:35 Lucerne station | 7h30 | 22:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 10 October | |||||
RE N7+ EC 95+ RJX19911 | 3:35 Lucerne station | 8h28 | 12:03 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IR 2107+ EC 13473+ RJX19985 | 5:35 Lucerne station | 7h27 | 13:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IR 2109+ EC 97+ RJX19977 | 6:35 Lucerne station | 7h28 | 14:03 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IR 2111 · RJX13477 | 7:35 Lucerne station | 7h27 | 15:02 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne 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 Lucerne to Salzburg trains use the Luzern Bhf to Salzburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Salzburg Liefering. Use this guide to compare Lucerne and Salzburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Luzern Bhf 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 La Cucina, Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Luzern Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Luzern Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luzern Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luzern Bhf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Bhf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Monopol Luzern, Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel, Hotel Central Luzern.
Luzern, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern, Bahnhof.
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.
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