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Mozarts Geburtshaus
Mozart’s birthplace presents family rooms, period objects and musical history. It is the essential museum for visitors interested in Salzburg’s most famous resident.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£71
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£113
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
10 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
11 h 15 m
Trains on 17 Sept
10
Distance
752 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warsaw to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warsaw to Salzburg will cost around £113 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 10 trains from Warsaw to Salzburg, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 752 km distance in an average of 11 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 h 40 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.
EC 107+
RJX 768
EN 40407
IC 131 · IC 742+
RJ 253
IC 131 · IC 742+
RJ 253
IC 407
EC 107+
RJX 768
EC 103+
IC 646
EC 103+
IC 646
IC 131 · IC 742+
RJ 253
IC 131 · IC 742+
RJ 253Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warsaw to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £47 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, while a flight costs an average of £243.
Distance: 752 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£62 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest | £243 Average Price | £160 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 20m Average total duration 11h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 47m Average total duration 16h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 2.3 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Warsaw to Salzburg:
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warsaw to Salzburg costing on average £62.
A coach is £196 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Warsaw to Salzburg costing on average £243.
Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 50m.
Coach takes on average 16h 17m.
Tickets start at around £62 compared to roughly £160 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £98. The journey takes 11h 50m versus 8h 55m 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.
Direct services run with PKP Intercity.
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 Warsaw to Salzburg 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 103+ IC 646 | 5:34 Warszawa Wschodnia Osobowa | 11h15 | 16:49 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 103+ IC 646 | 5:45 Warsaw Central | 11h04 | 16:49 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 131+ RJ 253+ IC 742 | 8:09 Warszawa Wschodnia Osobowa | 11h40 | 19:49 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 131+ RJ 253+ IC 742 | 8:28 Warsaw Central | 11h21 | 19:49 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 48 · 3309 · ICE 1101 · RJ 1293 | On time 9:00 Warsaw Central | 12h01 | 21:01 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 48 · ICE 1601 · RJ 215 | On time 9:00 Warsaw Central | 13h01 | 22:01 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 107+ RJX 768 | 14:04 Warsaw Central | 10h55 | 0:59 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 107+ NJ 19946 | 14:04 Warsaw Central | 11h45 | 1:49 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 407 | 19:52 Warsaw Central | 12h38 | 8:30 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EN 40407 | 19:52 Warsaw Central | 12h38 | 8:30 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Warsaw to Salzburg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 752 km distance in 10h 45m.
Distance 752 km |
Average train duration 11h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10h 45m |
First train 0:13 |
Last train 23:36 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
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Mozart’s birthplace presents family rooms, period objects and musical history. It is the essential museum for visitors interested in Salzburg’s most famous resident.
Mozart’s later residence displays original documents, instruments and domestic interiors. It gives a fuller picture of his life in the city beyond the old town crowds.
A modern art museum on Mönchsberg with changing exhibitions and a terrace overlooking Salzburg. It suits travellers seeking contemporary culture and views together.
Salzburg’s best-known shopping street is lined with historic façades, wrought-iron signs and landmark buildings. It is ideal for a first walk through the old centre.
These formal gardens feature geometric flower beds, statues and views towards the fortress. They are a pleasant open-air stop close to Mirabell Palace.
A spacious Baroque square beside the cathedral, framed by major historic buildings. It works well for orientation, photos and joining key old town routes.
Nockerl baked into a sweet soufflé-like dessert, dusted with sugar to resemble Salzburg’s hills. It is the city’s signature pudding.
A soft pretzel ring from Salzburg, usually topped with salt and caraway. It is a long-standing local bakery speciality often eaten as a snack.
Marinated beef with onions and spices, traditionally served cold with bread. It reflects Salzburg tavern cooking and Alpine preserving methods.
Refined Austrian dining with seasonal produce and polished service in a smart but approachable setting on the Mönchsberg side.
Historic beer hall serving Augustiner beer from wooden barrels with simple Austrian food in a lively communal setting.
Popular inn near the fortress serving hearty Austrian dishes, dumplings and beer in a rustic, relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for Austria: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and many casual meals and cafés remain manageable for tourists.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants add about 5-10% for good service; round up in cafés and taxis.
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Salzburg Hbf -> Mozartsteg, Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warsaw 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.

Most Warsaw to Salzburg trains use the Warszawa Centralna to Salzburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Salzburg Aiglhof. Use this guide to compare Warsaw and Salzburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Warszawa Centralna 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: Strefa Centralna, Restauracja Halka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Centralna. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Centralna. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Centralna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Centralna: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Centralna: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warsaw Marriott Hotel, InterContinental Warsaw, Novotel Warszawa Centrum.
Warszawa Wschodnia is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa Wschodnia 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 options include: Mateusz Gessler Restaurant, Bistro Praga
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Wschodnia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Wschodnia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hetman, Hotel Wiatraczna, Hotel Praski.
Warszawa Zachodnia is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa Zachodnia 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 options include: Restaurant Warszawski Lukier, Bistro Trojka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel, Campanile Varsovie, Golden Tulip Warsaw Centre.
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 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.
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.
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