The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg Hbf to Munich Hbf
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Munich 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 Munich Hbf will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 18 trains that leave Salzburg Hbf for Munich Hbf every day 18 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 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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.
EC 2128:001h41Salzburg Hbf9:41Munich Hbf£311One-way0 changes
7902411:052h01Salzburg Hbf13:06Munich Hbf£361One-way0 changes
9608:391h35Salzburg Hbf10:14Munich Hbf£361One-way0 changes
96820:391h50Salzburg Hbf22:29Munich Hbf£361One-way0 changes
790209:052h01Salzburg Hbf11:06Munich Hbf£361One-way0 changes
RJX 26211:001h32Salzburg Hbf12:32Munich Hbf£441One-way0 changes
RJX 2609:001h33Salzburg Hbf10:33Munich Hbf£411One-way0 changes
9608:391h35Salzburg Hbf10:14Munich Hbf£361One-way0 changes
96412:391h35Salzburg Hbf14:14Munich Hbf£411One-way0 changes
96210:391h35Salzburg Hbf12:14Munich Hbf£411One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Salzburg Hbf to Munich Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg Hbf to Munich Hbf 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 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 116 km
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£28 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Salzburg Hbf to Munich Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg Hbf to Munich Hbf trains for today, Wednesday 15 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE5 | 20:55 Salzburg Hbf | 2h03 | 22:58 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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EC 212 | On time 6:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1h41 | 7:41 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79016 | 6:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h01 | 8:06 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 6:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h01 | 8:06 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
960 | 6:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h35 | 8:14 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 260 | On time 7:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1h33 | 8:33 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 7:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h01 | 9:06 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79020 | 7:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h01 | 9:06 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 210 | On time 8:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1h41 | 9:41 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 8:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h01 | 10:06 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79022 | 8:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h01 | 10:06 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
962 | 8:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h35 | 10:14 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 262 | On time 9:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1h32 | 10:32 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79024 | 9:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h01 | 11:06 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 9:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h01 | 11:06 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 118 | On time 10:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1h41 | 11:41 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
964 | 10:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h35 | 12:14 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
966 | 16:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h37 | 18:16 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
968 | 18:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h50 | 20:29 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg Hbf to Munich Hbf
Trains from Salzburg Hbf to Munich Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 22:08. The fastest train covers the 116 km distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 116 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 4:43 |
Last train 22:08 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, Westbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Transdev GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Salzburg Hbf to Munich Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, Westbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Transdev GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Salzburg Hbf and Munich Hbf from £7. 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.
Westbahn
ÖBB
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Bayerische Regiobahn
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
Transdev GmbH
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Salzburg Hbf to Munich Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg Hbf to Munich 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 Munich Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg Hbf and Munich 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 - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Cantina Estación Mediterrano
- Rischart Bakery
- Ditsch Pretzels
- backWERK
- Cafe-Shop
- Le Crobag
- Yorma's
- Coffee Fellows
- Dunkin Donuts
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- a&o München Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel München
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
- There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
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