1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£104
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£118
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
6 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
6 h 6 m
Trains on 17 Sept
7
Distance
402 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Strasbourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Strasbourg will cost around £118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £104.
To travel from Salzburg to Strasbourg you need to make at least 2 changes.
S 2 · 27086 · 27004 · ICE 690
ICE 568 · ICE 9590+
79012
ICE 690+
TGV 9574+
79010
ICE 518+
TGV 9580+
79020
RJX 260 · ICE 566 · ICE 371+
87438
RJX 260+
ICE 566 · ICE 371+
RS4
RJX 260 · ICE 566 · ICE 371+
87438
ICE 568 · ICE 9590+
79012
S 2 · 27086 · 27004 · ICE 690
ICE 690+
TGV 9574+
79010Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Strasbourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, while a flight costs an average of £1073.
Distance: 402 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£71 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £1073 Average Price | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 17m Average total duration 8h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Salzburg to Strasbourg:
A coach is £39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Strasbourg costing on average £71.
A coach is £1041 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg to Strasbourg costing on average £1073.
Other travel options to Strasbourg take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 22m.
Coach takes on average 8h 47m.
Tickets start at around £71 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-17.58. The journey takes 6h 22m versus 5h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Strasbourg trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
79010+ ICE 690+ TGV 9574 | On time 6:05 Salzburg Hbf | 6h10 | 12:15 Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
79010+ ICE 690 · ICE 568 · ICE 9590 | 6:05 Salzburg Hbf | 6h46 | 12:51 Strasbourg station | 3 changes | |
S 2 · 27086 · 27004 · ICE 690 | On time 6:08 Salzburg Hbf | 6h07 | 12:15 Strasbourg station | 4 changes | |
79012+ ICE 568 · ICE 9590 | 6:46 Salzburg Hbf | 6h05 | 12:51 Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
RJX 260 · ICE 566 · ICE 371+ 87438 | On time 9:00 Salzburg Hbf | 6h04 | 15:04 Strasbourg station | 3 changes | |
RJX 260+ ICE 566 · ICE 371+ RS4 | On time 9:00 Salzburg Hbf | 6h04 | 15:04 Strasbourg station | 3 changes | |
79020+ ICE 518+ TGV 9580 | On time 9:05 Salzburg Hbf | 7h00 | 16:05 Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Salzburg to Strasbourg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 402 km distance in 6h 4m.
Distance 402 km |
Average train duration 6h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 4m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:42 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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Discover the best of Strasbourg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Strasbourg trip today.
Set in the cathedral’s former cellar, it explains the building’s history, sculpture and stained glass with original fragments.
Housed in the Rohan Palace, this museum presents paintings from the Middle Ages to 1870 in grand historic rooms.
A richly atmospheric museum of Alsatian domestic life, crafts and interiors spread across historic Renaissance buildings.
Strasbourg’s most atmospheric quarter, with canals, timber-framed houses and scenic lanes ideal for walking and photography.
This large central square is a lively meeting point framed by historic buildings, shops and seasonal events such as the Christmas market.
A broad pedestrian square beside the cathedral, admired for its lively atmosphere, façades and excellent views of the west front.
A hearty Alsatian tart with crème fraîche, onions and lardons on thin dough. It is a regional classic, especially in Strasbourg winstubs and brasseries.
Slow-cooked sauerkraut served with sausages and cured pork. This emblematic Alsatian dish reflects the region’s Germanic culinary heritage.
A baked terrine of mixed meats, often pork and veal, wrapped in pastry. It is a festive Alsatian speciality commonly found in traditional eateries.
Popular traditional restaurant specialising in Alsatian dishes, especially choucroute and pork specialities, with a rustic local feel.
Traditional winstub serving Alsatian classics such as choucroute and baeckeoffe in a warm, historic setting in the city centre.
Historic brasserie known for tarte flambée, sauerkraut and local beer. Lively and classic atmosphere near Place Kléber.
Moderate for France: hotels and restaurants are mid-priced, while trams keep local transport fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salzburg to Strasbourg trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Strasbourg station pair, with some services arriving at Krimmeri-Meinau. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Strasbourg 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.
Strasbourg 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Kuhn, Brasserie Flo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Strasbourg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Strasbourg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Strasbourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Strasbourg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Strasbourg: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Strasbourg Centre Gare, Ibis Strasbourg Centre Gare, Le Grand Hotel.
Krimmeri-Meinau is 2 km from Strasbourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Krimmeri-Meinau has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Krimmeri-Meinau.
ATMs are available at Krimmeri-Meinau.
Available at Krimmeri-Meinau: Parking.
Available at Krimmeri-Meinau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Krimmeri-Meinau.
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