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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£573
Average price
£590
Fastest journey
17 h
Average duration
20 h 32 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1431 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Edinburgh will cost around £590 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £573.
To travel from Salzburg to Edinburgh you need to make at least 5 changes.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Salzburg to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £89. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £89, and a train costs an average of £577.
Distance: 1431 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£596 Average Price | £231 Average Price | £128 Average Price Cheapest |
21h 0m Average total duration 20h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 36h 55m Average total duration 36h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Salzburg to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Edinburgh trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:47 Salzburg | 17h17 | 21:04 Edinburgh | 5 changes | |
| 06:05 Salzburg | 17h00 | 23:05 Edinburgh | 5 changes | |
| 11:00 Salzburg | 24h08 | 11:08 Edinburgh | 5 changes | |
| 15:00 Salzburg | 24h01 | 15:01 Edinburgh | 5 changes | |
| 22:52 Salzburg | 20h12 | 19:04 Edinburgh | 5 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Edinburgh
Austria
United Kingdom
Trains from Salzburg to Edinburgh run on average 3 times per day, taking around 20h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £577 but you can travel from only £89 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 15:50. The fastest train covers the 1431 km distance in 16h 59m.
Distance 1431 km |
Average train duration 20h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £577 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 16h 59m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 15:50 |
Train companies: Meridian, BOB & BRB, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Transdev GmbH, ÖBB | Railjet from Salzburg to Edinburgh trainsMeridian, BOB & BRB, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Transdev GmbH, ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Salzburg and Edinburgh from £89. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Railjet
Meridian, BOB & BRB
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
Transdev GmbH
FAQs: Salzburg to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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