The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£95
Fastest journey
5 h 2 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
409 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
Of the 36 trains that leave Salzburg for Frankfurt am Main every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 409 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 19 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.
RJX 60 · ICE 562 · ICE 57413:005h40Salzburg Hbf18:40Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£511One-way2 changes
RJX 64 · ICE 52417:005h19Salzburg Hbf22:19Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£511One-way1 change
ICE 11812:005h39Salzburg Hbf17:39Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£521One-way0 changes
RJX 62 · ICE 52815:005h02Salzburg Hbf20:02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£601One-way1 change
ICE 11614:005h44Salzburg Hbf19:44Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£601One-way0 changes
RJX 260 · ICE 7209:005h02Salzburg Hbf14:02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£1051One-way1 change
RJX 62 · ICE 52815:005h02Salzburg Hbf20:02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£601One-way1 change
RJX 262 · ICE 62611:005h02Salzburg Hbf16:02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£1311One-way1 change
RJX 262 · ICE 596 · ICE 10611:005h09Salzburg Hbf16:09Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£1311One-way2 changes
RJX 260 · ICE 7209:005h19Salzburg Hbf14:19Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£1051One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £171.
Distance: 409 km
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Live departures
Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 3 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
79010+ ICE 724 | On time 6:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 12:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
79010+ ICE 724 | On time 6:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 12:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
79010+ ICE 1010 | On time 6:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h37 | 11:42 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
RE5+ ICE 724 | On time 6:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 12:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
79012+ ICE 568 · ICE 770 | On time 6:46 Salzburg Hbf | 5h58 | 12:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJ 1298 · ICE 722 | On time 7:08 Salzburg Hbf | 5h54 | 13:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 1298 · ICE 610 | On time 7:08 Salzburg Hbf | 6h05 | 13:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
EC 212 · ICE 880 · ICE 1228 | On time 8:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h37 | 13:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
79016+ ICE 918 | On time 8:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h37 | 13:42 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
RJX 260 · ICE 720 | On time 9:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h19 | 14:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
RJX 260 · ICE 720 | On time 9:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h02 | 14:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
79020+ ICE 628 | On time 9:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 15:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
79020+ ICE 518 | On time 9:05 Salzburg Hbf | 6h03 | 15:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ICE 210 · S5 · ICE 788 · ICE 28 | On time 10:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h37 | 15:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
79022+ ICE 916 | On time 10:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h37 | 15:42 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
RJX 262 · ICE 626 | On time 11:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h19 | 16:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
RJX 262 · ICE 626 | On time 11:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h02 | 16:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 262 · ICE 596 · ICE 106 | On time 11:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h09 | 16:09 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
ICE 118 | 12:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h39 | 17:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 118 · S5 · ICE 786 · ICE 1224 | On time 12:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h37 | 17:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
79026+ ICE 224 | Delayed 12:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h34 | 15:44 15:44Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
79026+ ICE 224+ 24346 | 12:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h53 | 17:58 Frankfurt South station | 2 changes | |
RJX 60 · ICE 562 · ICE 574 | Delayed 13:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h40 | 16:44 16:44Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 60 · ICE 562 · ICE 574 | On time 13:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h44 | 18:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
79030+ ICE 514 | On time 13:05 Salzburg Hbf | 6h03 | 19:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ICE 116 · S5 · ICE 784 · ICE 24 | On time 14:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h37 | 19:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 116 | 14:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h44 | 19:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79032+ ICE 912 | Delayed 14:07 Salzburg Hbf | 5h31 | 17:42 17:42Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
79032+ ICE 912 | On time 14:07 Salzburg Hbf | 5h35 | 19:42 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
79032+ ICE 912+ 24359 | 14:07 Salzburg Hbf | 5h51 | 19:58 Frankfurt South station | 2 changes | |
RJX 62 · ICE 528 | On time 15:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h02 | 20:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 62 · ICE 528 | On time 15:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h19 | 20:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
79034+ ICE 526 | On time 15:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 21:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
79034+ ICE 512 | On time 15:05 Salzburg Hbf | 6h03 | 21:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
79036+ ICE 910 | Delayed 16:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h33 | 19:43 19:43Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
RJX 64 · ICE 524 | On time 17:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h19 | 22:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main
Trains from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 409 km distance in 5h 1m.
Distance 409 km |
Average train duration 6h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:42 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Meridian, BOB & BRB, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Transdev GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Meridian, BOB & BRB, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Transdev GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn trains will get you between Salzburg and Frankfurt am Main from £23. 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 | ICE
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Railjet
Westbahn
Meridian, BOB & BRB
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
Transdev GmbH
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Frankfurt am Main
- 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
- 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.
- 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 long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and S-Bahn platforms
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
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