The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Prague
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
5 h 28 m
Average duration
5 h 29 m
Trains per day
68
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Prague will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
To travel from Salzburg to Prague you need to make at least one change.
IC 543 · Sp 3800 · R 7226:115h59Salzburg Hbf12:10Prague hlavní nádraží£191One-way2 changes
RJX 769+
EC 3365:015h38Salzburg Hbf10:39Prague hlavní nádraží£211One-way1 change
EC 463 · EC 3363:506h49Salzburg Hbf10:39Prague hlavní nádraží£261One-way1 change
RJX 761+
S 3+
R 7226:016h09Salzburg Hbf12:10Prague hlavní nádraží£261One-way2 changes
RJX 769+
S 3+
IC 5345:019h38Salzburg Hbf14:39Prague hlavní nádraží£261One-way2 changes
IC 641 · EC 33410:115h28Salzburg Hbf15:39Prague hlavní nádraží£341One-way1 change
IC 649 · EC 33214:115h28Salzburg Hbf19:39Prague hlavní nádraží£331One-way1 change
IC 641+
EC 33410:115h28Salzburg Hbf15:39Prague hlavní nádraží£841One-way1 change
IC 649+
EC 33214:115h28Salzburg Hbf19:39Prague hlavní nádraží£841One-way1 change
IC 747+
EC 33018:115h31Salzburg Hbf23:42Prague hlavní nádraží£671One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Salzburg to Prague
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £111.
Distance: 274 km
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Live departures
Salzburg to Prague train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Prague trains for tomorrow, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NJ 19947+ RJ 256 | 3:19 Salzburg Hbf | 8h04 | 11:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
NJ 19947+ S 3+ R 722 | 3:19 Salzburg Hbf | 8h51 | 12:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
NJ 19947+ EC 336 | 3:19 Salzburg Hbf | 7h20 | 10:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
EC 463+ S 3+ R 722 | 3:50 Salzburg Hbf | 8h20 | 12:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
EC 463 · EC 336 | 3:50 Salzburg Hbf | 6h49 | 10:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
EC 463+ RJ 256 | 3:50 Salzburg Hbf | 7h33 | 11:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
NJ 13487+ S 3+ IC 534 | 4:33 Salzburg Hbf | 10h06 | 14:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
NJ 40236+ EC 336 | 4:33 Salzburg Hbf | 6h06 | 10:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
NJ 13487+ S 3+ R 722 | 4:33 Salzburg Hbf | 7h37 | 12:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
NJ 13487+ S 3+ R 659 · R 326 | 4:33 Salzburg Hbf | 9h37 | 14:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
EC 336+ NJ 13487 | 4:33 Salzburg Hbf | 6h06 | 10:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJX 769+ EC 336 | 5:01 Salzburg Hbf | 5h38 | 10:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJX 769+ S 3+ R 659 · R 326 | 5:01 Salzburg Hbf | 9h09 | 14:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
RJX 769+ S 3+ IC 534 | 5:01 Salzburg Hbf | 9h38 | 14:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
RJX 769+ S 3+ R 722 | 5:01 Salzburg Hbf | 7h09 | 12:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
rjx 769 · EC 336 | 5:01 Salzburg Hbf | 5h38 | 10:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJX 761+ EC 334 | 6:01 Salzburg Hbf | 9h38 | 15:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJX 761+ S 3+ R 722 | 6:01 Salzburg Hbf | 6h09 | 12:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 543+ RJX 254 | 6:11 Salzburg Hbf | 7h12 | 13:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 543+ S 3+ R 722 | 6:11 Salzburg Hbf | 5h59 | 12:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 543+ EC 334 | 6:11 Salzburg Hbf | 9h28 | 15:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 543 · Sp 3800 · R 722 | 6:11 Salzburg Hbf | 5h59 | 12:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 543 · rj 254 | 6:11 Salzburg Hbf | 7h12 | 13:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
R 25798 · 27088+ 355 | On time 6:54 Salzburg Hbf | 7h27 | 14:21 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
NJ 40421+ EC 334 | 7:02 Salzburg Hbf | 8h37 | 15:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJX19979+ EC 334 | 7:07 Salzburg Hbf | 8h32 | 15:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 545+ EC 334 | 7:11 Salzburg Hbf | 8h28 | 15:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJX19973+ EC 332 | 8:07 Salzburg Hbf | 11h32 | 19:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 547+ S 3+ IC 534 | 8:11 Salzburg Hbf | 6h28 | 14:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 547+ RJ 252 | 8:11 Salzburg Hbf | 7h12 | 15:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 547+ S 3+ R 659 · R 326 | 8:11 Salzburg Hbf | 5h59 | 14:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
IC 547+ EC 334 | 8:11 Salzburg Hbf | 7h28 | 15:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 547 · rj 252 | 8:11 Salzburg Hbf | 7h12 | 15:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 547+ EC 332 | 8:11 Salzburg Hbf | 11h28 | 19:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 547 · Sp 3802 · R 659 · R 326 | 8:11 Salzburg Hbf | 5h59 | 14:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
IC 547 · Sp 3802 · IC 534 | 8:11 Salzburg Hbf | 6h28 | 14:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
960+ 363 | 8:39 Salzburg Hbf | 13h43 | 22:22 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
960+ 361 | 8:39 Salzburg Hbf | 11h42 | 20:21 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
960+ 359 | 8:39 Salzburg Hbf | 9h42 | 18:21 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJX19981+ S 3+ R 708 | 9:07 Salzburg Hbf | 9h03 | 18:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
RJX19981+ EC 332 | 9:07 Salzburg Hbf | 10h32 | 19:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJX19981+ EC 334 | 9:07 Salzburg Hbf | 6h32 | 15:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
ICE 1211+ EC 334 | 10:00 Salzburg Hbf | 5h39 | 15:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
ICE 1211+ EC 332 | 10:00 Salzburg Hbf | 9h39 | 19:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
ICE 1211+ S 3+ R 708 | 10:00 Salzburg Hbf | 8h10 | 18:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 641+ EC 334 | 10:11 Salzburg Hbf | 5h28 | 15:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 641 · EC 334 | 10:11 Salzburg Hbf | 5h28 | 15:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 645+ RJX 56 | 12:11 Salzburg Hbf | 7h12 | 19:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 645 · Sp 3804 · R 708 | 12:11 Salzburg Hbf | 5h59 | 18:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 645+ S 3+ R 708 | 12:11 Salzburg Hbf | 5h59 | 18:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
964+ ICE 500 · ICE 2506 · RJ 479 | On time 12:39 Salzburg Hbf | 16h46 | 5:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
964+ 361 | 12:39 Salzburg Hbf | 7h42 | 20:21 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
964+ 363 | 12:39 Salzburg Hbf | 9h43 | 22:22 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 649+ EC 332 | 14:11 Salzburg Hbf | 5h28 | 19:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 649 · EC 332 | 14:11 Salzburg Hbf | 5h28 | 19:39 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 743+ RJX 52 | 16:11 Salzburg Hbf | 7h21 | 23:32 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 743+ S 3+ R 702 | 16:11 Salzburg Hbf | 5h59 | 22:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 743 · Sp 3806 · R 702 | 16:11 Salzburg Hbf | 5h59 | 22:10 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 743 · rj 52 | 16:11 Salzburg Hbf | 7h21 | 23:32 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 747+ EC 330 | 18:11 Salzburg Hbf | 5h31 | 23:42 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 747 · EC 330 | 18:11 Salzburg Hbf | 5h31 | 23:42 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJX 261+ NJ 456 | On time 19:07 Salzburg Hbf | 8h02 | 3:09 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 749 · NJ 456 | On time 19:11 Salzburg Hbf | 7h58 | 3:09 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 406+ RJ 576 | 20:30 Salzburg Hbf | 11h53 | 8:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
968+ ICE 904 · EC 459 | On time 20:39 Salzburg Hbf | 12h46 | 9:25 Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 843+ RJ 258 | 21:11 Salzburg Hbf | 12h12 | 9:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJX19937+ RJ 258 | 22:07 Salzburg Hbf | 11h16 | 9:23 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
M 79048 · EC 351 | 22:55 Salzburg Hbf | 11h26 | 10:21 Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Prague
Trains from Salzburg to Prague run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 274 km distance in 5h 28m.
Distance 274 km |
Average train duration 6h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 28m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH, ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug from Salzburg to Prague trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH, ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug trains will get you between Salzburg and Prague from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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 | InterCity
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | S-Bahn
ÖBB | Regionalzug
České dráhy
FAQs: Salzburg to Prague train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Prague 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 Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Prague
Most Salzburg to Prague trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Salzburg station do trains to Prague leave from?
Getting to Salzburg Hbf from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Getting to Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt train station facilities and services
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schloss Mönchstein, Hotel Villa Carlton, Hotel & Villa Auersperg.
Getting to Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn) from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn) is 3 km from Salzburg city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn) train station facilities and services
Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn).
Which Prague station do trains from Salzburg arrive at?
Getting to Praha hlavní nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Getting to Praha Masarykovo Nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Kotleta, Café Imperial
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
Getting to Praha-Holesovice from Prague city centre
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice train station facilities and services
Praha-Holesovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
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