The cheapest and fastest trains from Zermatt to Salzburg
Cheapest price
£69
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
9 h 26 m
Average duration
9 h 57 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zermatt to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zermatt to Salzburg will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £69.
Of the 2 trains that leave Zermatt for Salzburg every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 448 km distance in an average of 9 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 28 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Zermatt to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zermatt to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £51, and a flight costs an average of £175.
Distance: 448 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£97 Average Price Cheapest | £354 Average Price |
8h 49m Average total duration 8h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zermatt to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Zermatt to Salzburg trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:37 Zermatt | 11h17 | 17:54 Salzburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:37 Zermatt | 9h26 | 18:03 Salzburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:37 Zermatt | 10h28 | 20:05 Salzburg | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zermatt to Salzburg
Trains from Zermatt to Salzburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:30, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 448 km distance in 9h 26m.
Distance 448 km |
Average train duration 8h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 9h 26m |
First train 02:30 |
Last train 22:06 |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Zermatt to Salzburg trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) trains will get you between Zermatt and Salzburg from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
FAQs: Zermatt to Salzburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zermatt 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 Zermatt and Salzburg
- 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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