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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 08 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£54
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
3 h 11 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
3 h 23 m
Trains on 08 Sept
46
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Salzburg will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Tue 08 Sept, we found 46 trains from Nuremberg to Salzburg, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 234 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 29 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 527+
79021
ICE 621+
79025
ICE 621+
967
ICE 783 · ICE 1215
ICE 581 · RJX 65
NJ 40421
ICE 985 · ICE 1211
ICE 825+
961
ICE 783 · ICE 1215
ICE 581 · RJX 65Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a flight costs an average of £363.
Distance: 234 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£41 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £363 Average Price | £44 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nuremberg to Salzburg:
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Salzburg costing on average £41.
A coach is £343 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nuremberg to Salzburg costing on average £363.
Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 2m.
Flight takes on average 4h 6m.
The journey is about 4m faster (3h 21m by train vs 3h 25m by car) and roughly £4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£41 vs £44). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with ÖBB | Nightjet.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Salzburg trains for today, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 521+ 967 | Delayed 8:01 7:59Nuremberg Hbf | 9h22 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 521+ 965 | Delayed 8:01 7:59Nuremberg Hbf | 5h22 | 13:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 783 · ICE 1215 | On time 10:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h26 | 13:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 527+ 79021 | Delayed 9:54 11:01Nuremberg Hbf | 3h45 | 14:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 583 · RJX 67 | 11:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h29 | 14:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 505+ 79023 | Delayed 10:28 11:55Nuremberg Hbf | 3h51 | 15:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 529+ 79023 | On time 12:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h45 | 15:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 529+ 967 | On time 12:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h20 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1505+ 967 | On time 12:25 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h56 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 785 · S5 · ICE 119 | Delayed 12:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h30 | 14:00 14:00Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 785+ 967 | 12:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h52 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 621+ 79025 | Delayed 11:04 13:01Nuremberg Hbf | 3h45 | 16:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 621+ 967 | Delayed 11:04 13:01Nuremberg Hbf | 4h20 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1007+ 967 | 13:25 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h56 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 585 · RJX 69 | 13:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h29 | 16:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 787+ 79077+ ICE 211 | On time 14:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h30 | 17:59 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 625+ 79033 | On time 15:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h45 | 18:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1009 · RJX 261 | On time 15:25 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h33 | 18:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 587 · RJX 261 | On time 15:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h29 | 18:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 627+ 79037 | On time 16:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h45 | 19:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 789 · EC 213 | On time 16:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h30 | 19:59 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 629 · IC 406 | On time 17:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h25 | 20:26 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 589 · RJ 1293 | On time 17:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h32 | 21:01 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 723+ 79043 | On time 19:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h44 | 22:45 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 603+ 79045 | On time 19:55 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h50 | 23:45 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 725+ 79045 | On time 20:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h44 | 23:45 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 727+ 79047 | On time 21:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h41 | 0:42 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 729+ 79049 | On time 22:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h50 | 1:51 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 8 September | |||||
84113 · 84091+ S1+ 961 | 0:11 Nuremberg Hbf | 9h10 | 9:21 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
84113 · 84091+ S1+ 965 | 0:11 Nuremberg Hbf | 13h10 | 13:21 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
NJ 40421 | 3:35 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h11 | 6:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
NJ 40491+ RE5 | 4:17 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h29 | 8:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
4001 · RJX 61 | On time 5:09 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h49 | 8:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
4001+ 961 | 5:09 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h12 | 9:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
4001+ 965 | 5:09 Nuremberg Hbf | 8h12 | 13:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 825+ 961 | On time 5:56 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h25 | 9:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 825+ 965 | On time 5:56 Nuremberg Hbf | 7h25 | 13:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 985 · ICE 1211 | On time 6:30 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h25 | 9:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 985+ 965 | On time 6:30 Nuremberg Hbf | 6h51 | 13:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 985+ 967 | On time 6:30 Nuremberg Hbf | 10h51 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 827+ 79011 | On time 7:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h45 | 10:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 827+ 965 | On time 7:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 6h20 | 13:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 827+ 967 | On time 7:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 10h20 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 983 · RJX 63 | On time 7:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h29 | 10:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 983+ 965 | On time 7:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h52 | 13:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 983+ 967 | On time 7:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 9h52 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 521+ 967 | On time 7:59 Nuremberg Hbf | 9h22 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 521+ 965 | On time 7:59 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h22 | 13:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 501+ 79013 | On time 8:12 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h34 | 11:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 501+ 967 | On time 8:12 Nuremberg Hbf | 9h09 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 501+ 965 | On time 8:12 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h09 | 13:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1501+ 965 | On time 8:25 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h56 | 13:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 781 · EC 115 | On time 8:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h30 | 11:59 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 781+ 965 | On time 8:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h52 | 13:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 781+ 967 | On time 8:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 8h52 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 523+ 79015 | On time 9:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h45 | 12:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 523+ 965 | On time 9:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h20 | 13:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 523+ 967 | On time 9:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 8h20 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 581 · RJX 65 | On time 9:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h29 | 12:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Nuremberg to Salzburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 234 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 234 km |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 23:42 |
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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.
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Salzburg Hbf -> Mozartsteg, Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Salzburg trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to Salzburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg and Salzburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg 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: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Hbf: Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.
Nürnberg Flughafen is 5 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminal90, Mövenpick Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport, Hotel Alpha, Hotel Marienbad.
Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn) is 3 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn).
ATMs are available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn).
Available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Nordostbf. (U-Bahn).
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 Mülln-Altstadt is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt.
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schloss Mönchstein, Hotel Villa Carlton, Hotel & Villa Auersperg.
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.
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