The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
5 h 2 m
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Trains per day
40
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 £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
To travel from Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf you need to make at least one change.
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ICE 62013:055h57Salzburg Hbf19:02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£271One-way1 change
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ICE 52217:056h00Salzburg Hbf23:05Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£271One-way1 change
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ICE 888 · ICE 102222:558h42Salzburg Hbf7:37Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£271One-way2 changes
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ICE 82222:559h07Salzburg Hbf8:02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£271One-way1 change
RJ 110 · ICE 618 · S920:009h28Salzburg Hbf5:28Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£441One-way2 changes
RJX 262 · ICE 62611:005h02Salzburg Hbf16:02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£1241One-way1 change
RJX 260 · ICE 7209:005h02Salzburg Hbf14:02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£911One-way1 change
RJX 62 · ICE 52815:005h02Salzburg Hbf20:02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£1091One-way1 change
RJX 64 · ICE 52417:005h02Salzburg Hbf22:02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£1091One-way1 change
RJ 1290 · ICE 7265:435h19Salzburg Hbf11:02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£911One-way1 change
Travel 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 £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £170.
Distance: 409 km
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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, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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RJX 64 · ICE 590 | Delayed 15:01 17:00Salzburg Hbf | 5h09 | 22:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
79038+ ICE 1000 · ICE 522 | 17:05 Salzburg Hbf | 6h00 | 23:05 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
27986+ 79038+ ICE 1000 · ICE 522 | 17:08 Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 23:05 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
79040+ ICE 1500 · ICE 520 | On time 18:07 Salzburg Hbf | 5h56 | 0:03 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
27988+ 79040+ ICE 1500 · ICE 520 | On time 18:10 Salzburg Hbf | 5h53 | 0:03 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX 66 · ICE 908 · ICE 699 | 19:00 Salzburg Hbf | 7h11 | 2:11 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 66 · ICE 698 | 19:00 Salzburg Hbf | 8h19 | 3:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 68 · ICE 618 · S8 | 21:00 Salzburg Hbf | 7h43 | 4:43 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
79048+ ICE 888 · ICE 1022 | 22:55 Salzburg Hbf | 8h42 | 7:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
79048+ ICE 822 | 22:55 Salzburg Hbf | 9h07 | 8:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
79000+ ICE 728 | 3:47 Salzburg Hbf | 6h15 | 10:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RE5+ TGV 9576+ ICE 772 | On time 3:47 Salzburg Hbf | 6h57 | 10:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
79000+ TGV 9576+ ICE 772 | On time 3:47 Salzburg Hbf | 6h57 | 10:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE5+ ICE 728 | 3:47 Salzburg Hbf | 6h15 | 10:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
79004+ ICE 726 | On time 5:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 11:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
79004+ ICE 882 · ICE 926 | 5:05 Salzburg Hbf | 6h32 | 11:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJ 1290 · ICE 726 | On time 5:43 Salzburg Hbf | 5h19 | 11:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 1290 · ICE 882 · ICE 926 | On time 5:43 Salzburg Hbf | 5h54 | 11:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
S 3+ 79008+ ICE 882 · ICE 926 | 5:47 Salzburg Hbf | 5h50 | 11:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
79010+ ICE 724 | On time 6:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 12:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
79012+ ICE 568 · ICE 770 | On time 6:46 Salzburg Hbf | 5h58 | 12:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJ 1298 · ICE 722 | On time 7:08 Salzburg Hbf | 5h54 | 13:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 212 · ICE 880 · ICE 1228 | On time 8:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h37 | 13:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 260 · ICE 720 | On time 9:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h02 | 14:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
79020+ ICE 628 | On time 9:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 15:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 210 · S5 · ICE 788 · ICE 28 | On time 10:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h37 | 15:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 210 · S2 · ICE 626 | On time 10:00 Salzburg Hbf | 6h02 | 16:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
79022+ ICE 626 | On time 10:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 16:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 262 · ICE 626 | On time 11:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h02 | 16:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
79024+ ICE 624 | On time 11:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 17:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 118 · S5 · ICE 786 · ICE 1224 | On time 12:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h37 | 17:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX 60 · ICE 620 | On time 13:00 Salzburg Hbf | 6h02 | 19:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 60 · ICE 784 · ICE 24 | On time 13:00 Salzburg Hbf | 6h37 | 19:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
79030+ ICE 620 | 13:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 19:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
79030+ ICE 784 · ICE 24 | 13:05 Salzburg Hbf | 6h32 | 19:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 116 · S5 · ICE 784 · ICE 24 | On time 14:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h37 | 19:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX 62 · ICE 528 | On time 15:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h02 | 20:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
79034+ ICE 526 | On time 15:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 21:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 114 · ICE 782 · ICE 1220 | On time 16:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h37 | 21:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
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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 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:55, the last at 20:55. The fastest train covers the 409 km distance in 5h 2m.
Distance 409 km |
Average train duration 6h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 2m |
First train 1:55 |
Last train 20:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Meridian, BOB & BRB, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Transdev GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), 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), Transdev GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn trains will get you between Salzburg Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from £22. 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 | Railjet
Westbahn
Meridian, BOB & BRB
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
Transdev GmbH
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
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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