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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Salzburg
Cheapest price
£327
Average price
£327
Fastest journey
1 d 14 h 56 m
Average duration
1 d 14 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1564 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Salzburg will cost around £327 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £327.
To travel from Madrid to Salzburg you need to make at least 4 changes.
21:0738h56Madrid12:03Salzburg£3271One-way4 changes
- 21:0738h56Madrid12:03Salzburg£3271One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.6 - 3.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £77, and a train costs an average of £327.
Distance: 1564 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£341 Average Price | £282 Average Price | £115 Average Price Cheapest |
41h 36m Average total duration 41h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 30h 16m Average total duration 29h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 4.7 - 9.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Salzburg trains for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:27 Madrid | 47h36 | 20:03 Salzburg | 4 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Salzburg
Spain
Austria
Trains from Madrid to Salzburg run on average 1 times per day, taking around 41h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £327 but you can travel from only £77 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 17:07. The fastest train covers the 1564 km distance in 38h 56m.
Distance 1564 km |
Average train duration 41h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £327 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 38h 56m |
First train 5:55 |
Last train 17:07 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: AVE from Madrid to Salzburg trainsAVE trains will get you between Madrid and Salzburg from £77. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Madrid to Salzburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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.
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