The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Salzburg
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Salzburg will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 17 trains that leave Stuttgart for Salzburg every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 59 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.
ICE 1063+
790116:244h22Stuttgart Hbf10:46Salzburg Hbf£271One-way1 change
ICE 21113:584h01Stuttgart Hbf17:59Salzburg Hbf£361One-way0 changes
ICE 517+
7903314:174h29Stuttgart Hbf18:46Salzburg Hbf£371One-way1 change
ICE 991 · RJX 637:163h42Stuttgart Hbf10:58Salzburg Hbf£441One-way1 change
ICE 567 · RJX 26114:514h07Stuttgart Hbf18:58Salzburg Hbf£451One-way1 change
ICE 991 · RJX 637:163h42Stuttgart Hbf10:58Salzburg Hbf£441One-way1 change
ICE 563+
7902110:533h53Stuttgart Hbf14:46Salzburg Hbf£841One-way1 change
ICE 267+
790158:513h55Stuttgart Hbf12:46Salzburg Hbf£621One-way1 change
ICE 225+
7902913:483h58Stuttgart Hbf17:46Salzburg Hbf£461One-way1 change
ICE 913+
790199:473h59Stuttgart Hbf13:46Salzburg Hbf£541One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Stuttgart to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £129.
Distance: 306 km
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Live departures
Stuttgart to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Salzburg trains for today, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 619 · RJX 265 | Delayed 1:50 3:39Stuttgart Hbf | 4h19 | 7:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 619 · RJX 265 | Delayed 1:50 3:41Stuttgart Hbf | 4h17 | 7:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1063+ 79011 | On time 6:24 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h22 | 10:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
963 | 7:12 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h09 | 11:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 991 · RJX 63 | Delayed 7:16 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h42 | 9:00 9:00Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 911+ 79013 | On time 7:47 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h59 | 11:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 267+ 79015 | On time 8:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h55 | 12:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 913+ 79019 | On time 9:47 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h59 | 13:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 563+ 79021 | On time 10:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h55 | 14:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 563+ 79021 | On time 10:53 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h53 | 14:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 915+ 79023 | On time 11:47 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h59 | 15:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 515+ 79025 | On time 12:17 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h29 | 16:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 565 · RJX 69 | On time 12:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h07 | 16:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 225+ 79029 | On time 13:48 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h58 | 17:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 211 | On time 13:58 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h01 | 17:59 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 517+ 79033 | On time 14:17 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h29 | 18:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 567 · RJX 261 | On time 14:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h07 | 18:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
969 | 15:12 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h09 | 19:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Salzburg
Trains from Stuttgart to Salzburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:51, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 306 km distance in 3h 42m.
Distance 306 km |
Average train duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 0:51 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Westbahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Stuttgart to Salzburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Westbahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Stuttgart and Salzburg from £17. 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.
Westbahn
ÖBB | ICE
Bayerische Regiobahn
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Stuttgart to Salzburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart to Salzburg 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 Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stuttgart and Salzburg
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the north entrance.
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- Kamps Backstube
- Le Crobag
- Dunkin' Donuts
- min min
- Starbucks
- Yorma's
- Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart
- Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf
- Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
- Located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Arnulf-Klett-Platz.
- Restaurant Amici
- Block House Stuttgart
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
- Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof
- Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-16 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 101-116
- Hall 3: U-Bahn connections
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S6
- U-Bahn: Lines U5, U6, U7, U12, U15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Café le Théatre
- Maison Banh Mi
- Bangkok Express
- Graf Eberhard
- Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
- Hansa Hotel
- Novum Hotel Boulevard
- Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
- 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
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