The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Düsseldorf
Cheapest price
£143
Average price
£152
Fastest journey
6 h 32 m
Average duration
6 h 57 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
591 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Düsseldorf will cost around £152 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £143.
To travel from Salzburg to Düsseldorf you need to make at least one change.
RJX 260 · ICE 598 · ICE 108
27970+
79020+
ICE 518 · IC 2012
EC 212 · ICE 722
79020+
ICE 518
27970+
79020+
ICE 518
RJX 260 · ICE 598 · ICE 108
EC 212 · ICE 722
79016+
ICE 918
27970+
79020+
ICE 518
79020+
ICE 518Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Salzburg to Düsseldorf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Düsseldorf 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £55.
Distance: 591 km
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£142 Average Price | £194 Average Price | £62 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 49m Average total duration 9h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 34m Average total duration 11h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Salzburg to Düsseldorf train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Düsseldorf trains for today, Friday 26 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:52 Salzburg | 9h40 | 06:32 Düsseldorf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 27 December | |||||
EC 212 · ICE 722 | On time 07:00 Salzburg Hbf | 6h36 | 13:36 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
79016+ ICE 918 | 07:05 Salzburg Hbf | 6h48 | 13:53 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 260 · ICE 598 · ICE 108 | On time 08:00 Salzburg Hbf | 6h32 | 14:32 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
79020+ ICE 518 | 08:05 Salzburg Hbf | 7h26 | 15:31 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
27970+ 79020+ ICE 518 | 08:08 Salzburg Hbf | 7h23 | 15:31 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
27970+ 79020+ ICE 518 · IC 2012 | 08:08 Salzburg Hbf | 8h24 | 16:32 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Düsseldorf
Trains from Salzburg to Düsseldorf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 591 km distance in 6h 32m.
Distance 591 km |
Average train duration 9h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 32m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Meridian, BOB & BRB, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Transdev GmbH, ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn from Salzburg to Düsseldorf trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Meridian, BOB & BRB, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Transdev GmbH, ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn trains will get you between Salzburg and Düsseldorf from £24. 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 Nightjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Railjet
Westbahn
Meridian, BOB & BRB
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
Transdev GmbH
FAQs: Salzburg to Düsseldorf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Düsseldorf
- 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
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- L'Osteria
- Bauernstube Deppe
- Luxor Grill
- McDonald's
- Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel
- Lindner Airport
- Hotel Maritim
- Telefónica Kantine
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- Snack Point
- Imbiss
- Novotel
- Ibis
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