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Compare train, coach and flight for Meiningen to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Meiningen to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £180.
Distance: 362 km
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6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 55m Average total duration 12h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Meiningen to Salzburg
Germany
Austria
Trains from Meiningen to Salzburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £34
Distance 362 km |
Average train duration 5h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 24m |
First train 00:51 |
Last train 22:52 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £34
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Preßnitztalbahn from Meiningen to Salzburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Preßnitztalbahn trains will get you between Meiningen and Salzburg from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 40m
Cheapest Price
£62
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Preßnitztalbahn
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 16m
Preßnitztalbahn frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Meiningen to Salzburg train
FAQs: Travel by train from Meiningen to Salzburg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Meiningen to Salzburg.
To fully experience Salzburg, including its historic sites, cultural landmarks, and surrounding natural beauty, a stay of three to four days is recommended.
Booking trains from Meiningen to Salzburg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Meiningen to Salzburg is 362 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Meiningen to Salzburg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £50, while the average price tends to be around £50.
The cheapest way to get from Meiningen to Salzburg is by coach, costing approximately £34.
The train journey from Meiningen to Salzburg covers a distance of 362 km and takes approximately 6h 24m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train station in Meiningen that goes to Salzburg is Meiningen station, and it arrives at Salzburg Hbf.
The first train from Meiningen to Salzburg leaves at 0:51.
The last train from Meiningen to Salzburg departs at 22:52.
Trains from Meiningen to Salzburg run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Meiningen to Salzburg.
There is no night train service from Meiningen to Salzburg.
Yes, you can take the train from Meiningen to Salzburg.
In Salzburg, you can explore the Hohensalzburg Fortress, a medieval stronghold offering breathtaking views of the city and the Alps. Visit the Mirabell Palace and Gardens, known for their baroque style and as a famous filming spot for The Sound of Music. Discover Mozart's Birthplace, a museum celebrating the life and works of the renowned composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Admire the stunning architecture of the Salzburg Cathedral, a baroque masterpiece with significant historical importance. Stroll along Getreidegasse, a charming shopping street filled with historic buildings, boutiques, and cafes.
To get from Meiningen to Salzburg, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Meiningen and Salzburg
Meiningen
Salzburg
The major train station for departures in Meiningen is Meiningen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Meiningen for your trip from Meiningen to Salzburg.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Dining
- Goldener Zwinger
- Schloss-Stuben
- Zum Sonnegarten
- Lava Java
Hotel
- Hotel an der Kapelle
- Hotel Kaiserpark
- Schlundhaus
- Zum Sonnegarten
The major train station for arrivals in Salzburg is Salzburg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salzburg Hbf for your journey to Salzburg from Meiningen.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
11Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
Dining
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
Public transport options for Salzburg Hbf
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
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