The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg Hbf to Munich Hbf
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
16
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 £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 16 trains that leave Salzburg Hbf for Munich Hbf every day 14 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 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 45 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.
IC 268
RJX 64
BRB 79040
RB 27986+
BRB 79038
BRB 79038

RJX 64
IC 268
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 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 116 km
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£27 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m 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, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h29 | 19:08 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h50 | 21:29 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 2 December | |||||
BRB 79016 | On time 07:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h01 | 09:06 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
BRB RE5 | 07:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h01 | 09:06 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h46 | 09:25 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
BRB 79020 | On time 08:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h01 | 10:06 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RB 27970+ BRB 79020 | On time 08:08 Salzburg Hbf | 1h58 | 10:06 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h24 | 11:03 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h45 | 13:24 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 8 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:05, the last at 21:52. The fastest train covers the 116 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 116 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 03:05 |
Last train 21:52 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, Westbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Transdev GmbH from Salzburg Hbf to Munich Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, Westbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Transdev GmbH trains will get you between Salzburg Hbf and Munich Hbf from £6. 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
Transdev GmbH
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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