- Must visit
Deutsches Museum
Vast science and technology museum with interactive displays, historic aircraft and hands-on exhibits for all ages.
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
70
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Munich will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 70 trains that leave Salzburg for Munich every day 68 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 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 37 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.
RJ 1296
RJX 68
RJ 1292
ICE 1212
EC 212
ICE 116
ICE 118
ICE 210
966
964Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 116 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£22 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Munich trains for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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79048 | 22:55 Salzburg Hbf | 2h10 | 1:05 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 22:55 Salzburg Hbf | 2h10 | 1:05 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
27998 · 27008 | 23:08 Salzburg Hbf | 6h16 | 5:24 Munich Ost | 1 change | |
| Monday 24 August | |||||
79000 | 3:47 Salzburg Hbf | 2h02 | 5:49 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 3:47 Salzburg Hbf | 2h02 | 5:49 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79004 | 5:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h08 | 7:13 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 5:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h08 | 7:13 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1296 | On time 5:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h51 | 7:30 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S 3+ 79008 | 5:47 Salzburg Hbf | 2h09 | 7:56 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
79010 | 6:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h11 | 8:16 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 6:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h11 | 8:16 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1292 | On time 6:31 Salzburg Hbf | 2h11 | 8:42 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79012 | 6:46 Salzburg Hbf | 2h05 | 8:51 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 6:46 Salzburg Hbf | 2h05 | 8:51 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
R 25798+ 79014 | On time 6:54 Salzburg Hbf | 2h19 | 9:13 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 212 | On time 8:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1h43 | 9:43 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79016 | 8:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h16 | 10:21 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 8:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h16 | 10:21 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
960 | 8:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h54 | 10:33 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
960 | 8:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h43 | 10:22 Munich Ost | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 260 | On time 9:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1h43 | 10:43 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79020 | 9:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h04 | 11:09 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 9:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h04 | 11:09 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 210 | On time 10:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1h34 | 11:34 Munich Ost | 0 changesdirect | |
79022 | 10:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h16 | 12:21 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 10:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h16 | 12:21 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
962 | 10:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h56 | 12:35 München Pasing | 0 changesdirect | |
962 | 10:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h38 | 12:17 Munich Ost | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 262 | On time 11:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1h43 | 12:43 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79024 | 11:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h04 | 13:09 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 11:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h04 | 13:09 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 118 | On time 12:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1h32 | 13:32 Munich Ost | 0 changesdirect | |
79026 | 12:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 14:20 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 12:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 14:20 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
964 | 12:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h37 | 14:16 Munich Ost | 0 changesdirect | |
964 | 12:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h49 | 14:28 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 60 | On time 13:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1h44 | 14:44 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79030 | 13:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h04 | 15:09 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 13:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h04 | 15:09 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 116 | On time 14:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1h31 | 15:31 Munich Ost | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1214 | On time 14:04 Salzburg Hbf | 1h50 | 15:54 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79032 | 14:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 16:22 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 14:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 16:22 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 62 | On time 15:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1h43 | 16:43 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79034 | 15:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h04 | 17:09 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 15:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h04 | 17:09 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 114 | On time 16:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1h42 | 17:42 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79036 | 16:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h16 | 18:21 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 16:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h16 | 18:21 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 64 | On time 17:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1h43 | 18:43 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 17:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h04 | 19:09 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79038 | 17:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h04 | 19:09 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 112 | On time 18:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1h46 | 19:46 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1212 | On time 18:04 Salzburg Hbf | 1h52 | 19:56 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79040 | 18:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h13 | 20:20 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 18:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h13 | 20:20 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
966 | 18:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h37 | 20:16 Munich Ost | 0 changesdirect | |
966 | 18:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h56 | 20:35 München Pasing | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 66 | On time 19:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1h47 | 20:47 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79042 | 19:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h16 | 21:21 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 19:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h16 | 21:21 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 110 | On time 20:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1h51 | 21:51 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 20:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h16 | 22:21 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79044 | 20:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h16 | 22:21 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
968 | 20:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h49 | 22:28 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
968 | 20:39 Salzburg Hbf | 1h38 | 22:17 Munich Ost | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 68 | On time 21:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1h51 | 22:51 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79046 | 21:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h13 | 23:20 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 21:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h13 | 23:20 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 22:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h11 | 0:18 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79404 | 22:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h11 | 0:18 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Salzburg to Munich run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 116 km distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 116 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Munich — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Munich trip today.
Vast science and technology museum with interactive displays, historic aircraft and hands-on exhibits for all ages.
Major art museum showing European paintings from the Middle Ages to the Rococo, including many celebrated masters.
Leading modern art museum with works from classic modernism to contemporary pieces in a spacious, light-filled building.
Munich's central square, surrounded by historic buildings and markets, and a practical starting point for sightseeing.
Large urban park with riverside paths, meadows and beer gardens, perfect for walks, cycling and people-watching.
Elegant square and pedestrian area known for high-end shops, arcades and a refined city-centre atmosphere.
White veal and pork sausages traditionally eaten before noon with sweet mustard and pretzels; a classic Munich speciality tied to Bavarian beer culture.
Roast pork with crisp crackling, usually served with dark beer gravy and potato dumplings; a hearty staple in Bavarian inns and beer halls.
Slow-roasted pork knuckle with crisp skin, often paired with dumplings and gravy; one of Munich’s most iconic beer hall dishes.
Large traditional beer hall and restaurant known for roast pork, dumplings and its own beer, with a bustling old-Munich atmosphere.
Historic beer hall near Marienplatz serving classic Bavarian dishes, Munich beer and lively communal dining in a traditional setting.
Well-known Bavarian restaurant by Viktualienmarkt, popular for weisswurst, schnitzel and seasonal dishes in a polished but local setting.
Munich is pricier than many German cities, with higher hotel, dining and central transport costs, though day tickets and budget eats help manage spending.
Round up in cafés and taxis; in restaurants, 5-10% is customary for good service. Tell the server the total when paying rather than leaving coins on the table.
Official public transport app
Munich Hbf -> Marienplatz, Munich
Trains from Salzburg to Munich run very frequently each day including at weekends. The journey takes around 1.5 to 2 hours and trains depart from the very early hours until late in the evening. The service is operated by DB Bahn German railways and some trains are the high-speed OBB rail jet service.
Those taking trains from Salzburg to Munich will depart from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof - the city's main railway station. The station is in the New Town of Salzburg just to the north of the Salzach River. Passengers travelling from the Oberndorf and Lamprechtshausen areas can take a the Lokalbahn train service while those travelling from other areas can take bus services to the station such as the Postbus or Statdtbus.
Munich has something to appeal to everyone and its annual Oktoberfest beer festival attracts visitors from all over the world. Impressive buildings like the Neues Rathaus and the Frauenkirche dominate the city centre and there excellent shopping and entertainment suit all tastes. Trains from Salzburg to Munich arrive at the main railway station in the centre of the city. The station is within walking distance of most city centre hotels and attractions. It is just west of Marienplatz where 2 S-Bahn stations take passengers to all parts of the city. There are also U-Bahn and Tram stops nearby and local buses are also available. Visitors to the city should note that there is no U-Bahn service between 2.00 am 5.00 am and buses and trams run less frequently. The last S-Bahn train each day is at around 2.30 am to 3.30 am from any of the city's stations. Taxis are also available close to the concourse and can take passengers to any part of the city.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Munich 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salzburg to Munich trains use the Salzburg Hbf to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München Ost. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Munich 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.
Salzburg Taxham Europark is 3 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Taxham Europark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
ATMs are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
Salzburg Aiglhof is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Aiglhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Aiglhof.
ATMs are available at Salzburg Aiglhof.
Available at Salzburg Aiglhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Aiglhof: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Aiglhof.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
München-Pasing is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München-Pasing has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, McDonald's, Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans, Orexi Taverna
Wi-Fi is available at München-Pasing. ATMs are available at München-Pasing.
Ticket office support is available at München-Pasing. Information desks are available at München-Pasing.
Luggage storage is available at München-Pasing. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München-Pasing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München-Pasing: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München-Pasing.
Nearby hotels include Guenstigwohnen24.de, Jagdschloss Residenz, Hotel Miano.
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