The cheapest and fastest trains from Passau to Salzburg
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Passau to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Passau to Salzburg will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
To travel from Passau to Salzburg you need to make at least one change.
R 50+
IC 8484:203h29Passau Hbf7:49Salzburg Hbf£91One-way1 change
R 50+
IC 4075:392h51Passau Hbf8:30Salzburg Hbf£141One-way1 change
R 50+
IC 5447:522h57Passau Hbf10:49Salzburg Hbf£271One-way1 change
R 50+
91611:404h28Passau Hbf16:08Salzburg Hbf£371One-way1 change
R 50+
9728:402h58Passau Hbf11:38Salzburg Hbf£381One-way1 change
REX 50+
91010:482h20Passau Hbf13:08Salzburg Hbf£381One-way1 change
ICE 21+
RJX 86010:292h24Passau Hbf12:53Salzburg Hbf£451One-way1 change
R 50+
91211:402h28Passau Hbf14:08Salzburg Hbf£381One-way1 change
R 50+
9068:402h28Passau Hbf11:08Salzburg Hbf£381One-way1 change
R 50 · R 51+
9089:362h32Passau Hbf12:08Salzburg Hbf£381One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Passau to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Passau to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. 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 £9, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 91 km
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2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Passau to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Passau 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 50+ IC 407 | 5:39 Passau Hbf | 2h51 | 8:30 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 50+ 900 | 5:39 Passau Hbf | 2h29 | 8:08 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 50+ 960 | 5:39 Passau Hbf | 2h59 | 8:38 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 50+ 902 | 5:39 Passau Hbf | 3h29 | 9:08 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
REX 50+ IC 540 | 6:02 Passau Hbf | 2h47 | 8:49 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
REX 50+ 960 | 6:02 Passau Hbf | 2h36 | 8:38 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
REX 50+ 902 | 6:02 Passau Hbf | 3h06 | 9:08 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
REX 50+ 970 | 6:02 Passau Hbf | 3h36 | 9:38 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 50+ 904 | 6:50 Passau Hbf | 3h18 | 10:08 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 50+ 906 | 6:50 Passau Hbf | 4h18 | 11:08 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 50+ 970 | 6:50 Passau Hbf | 2h48 | 9:38 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 50+ IC 544 | 7:52 Passau Hbf | 2h57 | 10:49 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 50+ 962 | 7:52 Passau Hbf | 2h46 | 10:38 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 50+ 906 | 7:52 Passau Hbf | 3h16 | 11:08 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 50+ 908 | 7:52 Passau Hbf | 4h16 | 12:08 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 50+ IC 546 | 8:40 Passau Hbf | 3h09 | 11:49 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 548+ R 50 · R 51 | 9:36 Passau Hbf | 3h13 | 12:49 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 860+ ICE 21 | 10:29 Passau Hbf | 2h24 | 12:53 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
REX 50+ IC 640 | 10:48 Passau Hbf | 3h01 | 13:49 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 50+ IC 642 | 11:40 Passau Hbf | 3h09 | 14:49 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 644+ ICE 1221 | 13:27 Passau Hbf | 2h22 | 15:49 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 646+ R 51 · R 50 | 13:36 Passau Hbf | 3h13 | 16:49 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
REX 50+ IC 648 | 14:48 Passau Hbf | 3h01 | 17:49 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 50+ IC 740 | 15:40 Passau Hbf | 3h09 | 18:49 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 742+ ICE 1225 | 17:35 Passau Hbf | 2h14 | 19:49 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 50+ IC 848 | 4:20 Passau Hbf | 3h29 | 7:49 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Passau to Salzburg
Trains from Passau to Salzburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 91 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 91 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 0:13 |
Last train 23:11 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, Westbahn, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Passau to Salzburg trainsÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, Westbahn, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Passau and Salzburg from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
ÖBB | Regionalzug
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Passau to Salzburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Passau 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Passau and Salzburg
- Monday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 13:30
- Ava Restaurant & Cocktailbar
- Gastronomie Innsteg
- Café Kowalski
- Lecorner
- IBB Hotel Passau
- Hotel Atrium
- Hotel Herdegen Garni
- Hotel König
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking options in the vicinity.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Hotel Schloss Mönchstein
- Hotel Villa Carlton
- Hotel & Villa Auersperg
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Line S3
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