The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Passau
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Passau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Passau will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
To travel from Salzburg to Passau you need to make at least one change.
IC 545+
R 50
RJX 761+
R 50
IC 547+
REX 50
RJX 761+
REX 50
RJX 761+
ICE 1228
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ICE 1228
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REX 50
RJX 761+
R 50
IC 543+
ICE 1228
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R 50Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Salzburg to Passau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Passau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 35m. 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 £10, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 91 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£23 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Passau train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Passau trains for tomorrow, Sunday 8 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
+ REX 50 | 04:18 Salzburg Hbf | 3h54 | 08:12 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
+ R 50 | 04:18 Salzburg Hbf | 3h04 | 07:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
+ ICE 1228 | 04:18 Salzburg Hbf | 3h16 | 07:34 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
+ ICE 1228 | 04:52 Salzburg Hbf | 2h42 | 07:34 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
+ REX 50 | 04:52 Salzburg Hbf | 3h20 | 08:12 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
+ R 50 | 04:52 Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 07:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 761+ R 50 | 05:01 Salzburg Hbf | 2h21 | 07:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 761+ REX 50 | 05:01 Salzburg Hbf | 3h11 | 08:12 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 761+ ICE 1228 | 05:01 Salzburg Hbf | 2h33 | 07:34 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 543+ ICE 1228 | 05:11 Salzburg Hbf | 2h23 | 07:34 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 543+ REX 50 | 05:11 Salzburg Hbf | 3h01 | 08:12 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
+ R 50 | 05:22 Salzburg Hbf | 4h00 | 09:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
+ ICE 1228 | 05:22 Salzburg Hbf | 2h12 | 07:34 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
+ REX 50 | 05:22 Salzburg Hbf | 2h50 | 08:12 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
+ R 50 | 05:52 Salzburg Hbf | 3h30 | 09:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
+ REX 50 | 05:52 Salzburg Hbf | 2h20 | 08:12 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 545+ R 50 | 06:11 Salzburg Hbf | 3h11 | 09:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
+ R 50 | 06:22 Salzburg Hbf | 3h00 | 09:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
+ R 50 | 06:52 Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 09:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 547+ REX 50 | 07:11 Salzburg Hbf | 3h01 | 10:12 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 549+ R 51 · R 50 | 08:11 Salzburg Hbf | 3h14 | 11:25 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Passau
Trains from Salzburg to Passau run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 91 km distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 91 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 00:13 |
Last train 23:13 |
Train companies: ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity, Westbahn, ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Salzburg to Passau trainsÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity, Westbahn, ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) trains will get you between Salzburg and Passau from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | REX
ÖBB
ÖBB | InterCity
Westbahn
ÖBB | ICE
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 | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | S-Bahn
ÖBB | Regionalzug
FAQs: Salzburg to Passau train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Passau 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 Passau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Passau
- 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
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking options in the vicinity.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Hotel Schloss Mönchstein
- Hotel Villa Carlton
- Hotel & Villa Auersperg
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Monday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 13:30
- Ava Restaurant & Cocktailbar
- Gastronomie Innsteg
- Café Kowalski
- Lecorner
- IBB Hotel Passau
- Hotel Atrium
- Hotel Herdegen Garni
- Hotel König
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