- Must visit
Bündner Kunstmuseum
Chur’s main art museum, showing regional and Swiss works in a historic villa and modern extension near the old town.
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£93
Fastest journey
6 h 14 m
Average duration
6 h 17 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Chur is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Chur will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
To travel from Salzburg to Chur you need to make at least 4 changes.
RJX19910+
REX 1+
IR 2219+
EC 192
RJX19976 · IR 2227+
EC 98
RJX19912 · IR 2223+
EC 190
DB S8 · Bus10194 · IR 2215+
EC 194
ICE 210+
DB S8 · Bus10192 · IR 2219
ICE 1214+
DB S8 · Bus10098 · IR 2227
DB S8 · Bus10194 · IR 2215+
EC 194
ICE 210+
DB S8 · Bus10192 · IR 2219
DB S8 · Bus10096 · IR 2231+
EC 96
ICE 118+
DB S8 · Bus10190 · IR 2223Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Chur among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £151.
Distance: 285 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£50 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £230 Average Price |
5h 43m Average total duration Fastest 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Chur trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1214+ DB S8 · Bus10098+ EC 98 | 14:04 Salzburg Hbf | 6h14 | 20:18 Chur station | 4 changes | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
EC 212+ DB S8 · Bus10194+ EC 194 | 8:00 Salzburg Hbf | 6h18 | 14:18 Chur station | 4 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Salzburg to Chur run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:31, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 285 km distance in 4h 52m.
Distance 285 km |
Average train duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 52m |
First train 0:31 |
Last train 21:31 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Chur — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chur trip today.
Chur’s main art museum, showing regional and Swiss works in a historic villa and modern extension near the old town.
Museum on Graubünden’s history and culture, with objects from archaeology to everyday life in a fine baroque building.
Interactive natural history museum with local wildlife, geology and family-friendly displays about the canton’s landscapes.
Car-free old town lanes with painted houses, small squares and historic buildings, ideal for a leisurely walk in central Chur.
Popular mountain viewpoint above Chur with panoramic city and Alpine views, reached by cableway or on foot.
Main square in the old town, framed by historic facades and often used for markets and local events.
Air-dried beef from Graubünden, cured with Alpine herbs and thinly sliced. It is one of the canton’s best-known specialities and a classic snack or starter.
A rich barley soup with vegetables and usually bacon or beef. It is a traditional Graubünden mountain dish valued for warmth and sustenance.
Potato dumplings filled with bread cubes and dried fruit, often served with melted butter and cheese. A classic Graubünden comfort dish.
Well-known restaurant and wine bar focusing on seasonal Swiss cuisine with a refined but relaxed ambience in Chur’s old town.
Historic café in central Chur known for Bündner pastries, coffee and light meals in a traditional, elegant setting.
Traditional Graubünden restaurant serving regional classics such as capuns and barley soup in a cosy old-town atmosphere.
Chur is costly by European standards. Hotels, restaurant meals and local transport are pricier than in nearby countries, though supermarkets and simple lunches help control spending.
Service is usually included. Round up in restaurants, cafés and taxis, or leave about CHF 1-5 for good service; large tips are not expected.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Chur 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 Chur, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salzburg to Chur trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Chur station pair. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Chur train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Chur has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Va Bene, Restaurant Zunfthaus zur Rebleuten
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Chur. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Chur. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chur: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chur: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chur: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel ABC, Hotel Chur, Romantik Hotel Stern.
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