The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
5 h 2 m
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
409 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
To travel from Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf you need to make at least one change.
IC 407 · ICE 720
EC 212 · ICE 722
EC 212 · ICE 880 · ICE 228
79014+
ICE 880 · ICE 228
ICE 210 · ICE 628
EC 212 · ICE 722
ICE 210 · ICE 628
IC 407 · ICE 720
EC 212 · ICE 880 · ICE 228
27974+
79024+
ICE 624Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £171.
Distance: 409 km
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£79 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £279 Average Price |
7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains for today, Friday 16 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h04 | 12:04 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:07 Salzburg Hbf | 6h29 | 13:36 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:56 Salzburg Hbf | 8h56 | 19:52 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h40 | 17:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 17 January | |||||
79014+ ICE 880 · ICE 228 | 06:04 Salzburg Hbf | 6h33 | 12:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
79014+ ICE 722 | 06:04 Salzburg Hbf | 5h58 | 12:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
79014+ ICE 722 | 06:04 Salzburg Hbf | 5h58 | 12:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Trains from Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:43, the last at 20:52. The fastest train covers the 409 km distance in 5h 4m.
Distance 409 km |
Average train duration 6h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 4m |
First train 03:43 |
Last train 20:52 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Meridian, BOB & BRB, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | InterCity, Transdev GmbH, ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn from Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Meridian, BOB & BRB, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | InterCity, Transdev GmbH, ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn trains will get you between Salzburg Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 | ICE
ÖBB
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Railjet
Westbahn
Meridian, BOB & BRB
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
Transdev GmbH
FAQs: Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
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