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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
£24
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
58
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Salzburg will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 58 trains that leave Munich for Salzburg every day 55 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 116 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 40 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.
ICE 1211
RJX 265
RJ 113
EC 115
ICE 211
ICE 119
ICE 211
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963
967Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. 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 £7, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 116 km
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£25 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Salzburg trains for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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RE5 | 23:51 Munich Hbf | 1h56 | 1:47 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79049 | 23:51 Munich Hbf | 1h56 | 1:47 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 25 August | |||||
RB54 · RE5 | 0:43 Munich Hbf | 5h50 | 6:33 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
79569 · 79001 | 0:43 Munich Hbf | 5h50 | 6:33 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
27077 · 27081 · S 2 | 0:58 Munich Ost | 5h30 | 6:28 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE5 | 5:46 Munich Hbf | 2h04 | 7:50 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79005 | 5:46 Munich Hbf | 2h04 | 7:50 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 265 | On time 6:04 Munich Hbf | 1h54 | 7:58 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 6:42 Munich Hbf | 2h04 | 8:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79007 | 6:42 Munich Hbf | 2h04 | 8:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 61 | On time 7:09 Munich Hbf | 1h49 | 8:58 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
961 | 7:32 Munich Hbf | 1h49 | 9:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
961 | 7:41 Munich Ost | 1h40 | 9:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 7:49 Munich Hbf | 1h57 | 9:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79009 | 7:49 Munich Hbf | 1h57 | 9:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1211 | On time 8:03 Munich Hbf | 1h52 | 9:55 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 113 | On time 8:06 Munich Hbf | 1h53 | 9:59 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 8:43 Munich Hbf | 2h03 | 10:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79011 | 8:43 Munich Hbf | 2h03 | 10:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 63 | On time 9:13 Munich Hbf | 1h45 | 10:58 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
963 | 9:41 Munich Ost | 1h40 | 11:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 9:47 Munich Hbf | 1h59 | 11:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79013 | 9:47 Munich Hbf | 1h59 | 11:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 115 | On time 10:16 Munich Hbf | 1h43 | 11:59 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 10:43 Munich Hbf | 2h03 | 12:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79015 | 10:43 Munich Hbf | 2h03 | 12:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 65 | On time 11:13 Munich Hbf | 1h45 | 12:58 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
965 | 11:30 Munich Hbf | 1h51 | 13:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
965 | 11:40 Munich Ost | 1h41 | 13:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 11:47 Munich Hbf | 1h59 | 13:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79019 | 11:47 Munich Hbf | 1h59 | 13:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1215 | On time 12:09 Munich Hbf | 1h46 | 13:55 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 117 | On time 12:16 Munich Hbf | 1h43 | 13:59 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 12:43 Munich Hbf | 2h03 | 14:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79021 | 12:43 Munich Hbf | 2h03 | 14:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 67 | On time 13:13 Munich Hbf | 1h45 | 14:58 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 13:47 Munich Hbf | 1h59 | 15:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79023 | 13:47 Munich Hbf | 1h59 | 15:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 119 | On time 14:24 Munich Ost | 1h35 | 15:59 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 14:44 Munich Hbf | 2h02 | 16:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79025 | 14:44 Munich Hbf | 2h02 | 16:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 69 | On time 15:13 Munich Hbf | 1h45 | 16:58 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
967 | 15:32 Munich Hbf | 1h49 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
967 | 15:41 Munich Ost | 1h40 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 15:47 Munich Hbf | 1h59 | 17:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79029 | 15:47 Munich Hbf | 1h59 | 17:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 211 | On time 16:22 Munich Ost | 1h37 | 17:59 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 16:44 Munich Hbf | 2h02 | 18:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79033 | 16:44 Munich Hbf | 2h02 | 18:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 261 | On time 17:12 Munich Hbf | 1h46 | 18:58 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
969 | 17:43 Munich Ost | 1h38 | 19:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 17:47 Munich Hbf | 1h59 | 19:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79037 | 17:47 Munich Hbf | 1h59 | 19:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 213 | On time 18:15 Munich Hbf | 1h44 | 19:59 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 18:44 Munich Hbf | 2h02 | 20:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 19:47 Munich Hbf | 1h55 | 21:42 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 20:37 Munich Hbf | 2h08 | 22:45 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 21:39 Munich Hbf | 2h06 | 23:45 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 22:38 Munich Hbf | 2h04 | 0:42 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Munich to Salzburg run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 116 km distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 116 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 91 days |
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.
Official public transport app
Salzburg Hbf -> Mozartsteg, Salzburg
The first train from Munich to Salzburg departs at 5:46 a.m., with the last service departing at 11:56 p.m. Services tend to run around three times an hour, though exact service times can vary. This schedule is consistent seven days a week. Most services run direct with Deutsche Bahn, though some require a change.
Trains from Munich to Salzburg depart from Munchen Marienplatz station. This station is in a convenient city centre location, being less than a five minute walk from anywhere in the city centre. If you are travelling from outside the city centre, suburban rail lines S1 through to S8 and underground lines U3 and U6 all serve Munich Marienplatz, with services running seven days a week around every ten minutes until late. Taxi services are also available and should take less than two minutes if you are travelling from within the city centre.
Salzburg's architecture is an intriguing juxtaposition of modern buildings with Baroque-style churches and squares. The birthplace of Mozart, Salzburg is also renowned for its rich musical culture. The Salzburg Festival has been running since 1920 and draws over 250,000 guests a year. Trains from Munich to Salzburg arrive at Salzburg Hauptbahnhof station, which is located just over a mile north-west of the city centre. Bus services run every ten minutes from outside the station, with lines 2 and 120 serving the city centre., the journey time tends to be around nine minutes. Alternatively, you can walk from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to the city centre in under fifteen minutes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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 Munich to Salzburg trains use the München Hbf to Salzburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Salzburg Taxham Europark. Use this guide to compare Munich and Salzburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost 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: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
München-Pasing is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München-Pasing 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: Burger King, McDonald's, Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans, Orexi Taverna
Wi-Fi is available at München-Pasing. ATMs are available at München-Pasing.
Ticket office support is available at München-Pasing. Information desks are available at München-Pasing.
Luggage storage is available at München-Pasing. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München-Pasing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München-Pasing: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München-Pasing.
Nearby hotels include Guenstigwohnen24.de, Jagdschloss Residenz, Hotel Miano.
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 Taxham Europark is 3 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Taxham Europark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
ATMs are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
Salzburg Aiglhof is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Aiglhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Aiglhof.
ATMs are available at Salzburg Aiglhof.
Available at Salzburg Aiglhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Aiglhof: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Aiglhof.
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