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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 07 Sept
£56
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£70
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
4 h 17 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
4 h 31 m
Trains on 07 Sept
12
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Würzburg to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Würzburg to Salzburg will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
To travel from Würzburg to Salzburg you need to make at least one change.
ICE 527+
79021
ICE 525+
965
ICE 527+
967
ICE 525+
967
ICE 783 · ICE 1215
ICE 525+
965
ICE 783 · ICE 1215
ICE 581 · RJX 65
ICE 527+
79021
ICE 523+
79015Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Würzburg to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £28 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, while a flight costs an average of £196.
Distance: 317 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest | £196 Average Price | £15 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg 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 Würzburg to Salzburg:
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Würzburg to Salzburg costing on average £37.
A coach is £168 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Würzburg to Salzburg costing on average £196.
Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 36m.
Coach takes on average 6h 0m.
Tickets start at around £37 compared to roughly £15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-22.18. The journey takes 4h 36m versus 4h 36m 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 Würzburg to Salzburg trains for tomorrow, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 523+ 79015 | On time 8:04 Würzburg Hbf | 4h42 | 12:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 523+ 967 | On time 8:04 Würzburg Hbf | 9h17 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 523+ 965 | On time 8:04 Würzburg Hbf | 5h17 | 13:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 581 · RJX 65 | On time 8:29 Würzburg Hbf | 4h29 | 12:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 581+ 965 | On time 8:29 Würzburg Hbf | 4h52 | 13:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 581+ 967 | On time 8:29 Würzburg Hbf | 8h52 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 525+ 965 | On time 9:04 Würzburg Hbf | 4h17 | 13:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 525+ 967 | On time 9:04 Würzburg Hbf | 8h17 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 783 · ICE 1215 | On time 9:29 Würzburg Hbf | 4h26 | 13:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 783+ 967 | On time 9:29 Würzburg Hbf | 7h52 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 527+ 79021 | On time 10:04 Würzburg Hbf | 4h42 | 14:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 527+ 967 | On time 10:04 Würzburg Hbf | 7h17 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Würzburg to Salzburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:51, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 317 km distance in 4h 26m.
Distance 317 km |
Average train duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 26m |
First train 0:51 |
Last train 23:08 |
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Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Salzburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Salzburg trip today.
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 Würzburg 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 Würzburg to Salzburg trains use the Würzburg Hbf to Salzburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt. Use this guide to compare Würzburg and Salzburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Würzburg Hbf is 1 km from Würzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Würzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Anatolia Kebap Haus, Schönborn, Cafe am Dom
Wi-Fi is available at Würzburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Würzburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Würzburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Würzburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Würzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Würzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Würzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Würzburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Schönleber, Hotel Amberger, Pension Siegel, Dorint Hotel Würzburg.
Würzburg Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Casa, Bei Peppino, Karthäuser
Wi-Fi is available at Würzburg Süd. ATMs are available at Würzburg Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Würzburg Süd. Information desks are available at Würzburg Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Würzburg Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Würzburg Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Würzburg Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Würzburg Süd.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Amberger, Dorint Hotel Würzburg, Till Eulenspiegel, Franziskaner.
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 Mülln-Altstadt is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt.
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schloss Mönchstein, Hotel Villa Carlton, Hotel & Villa Auersperg.
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.
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