The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich HB to Salzburg Hbf
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£110
Fastest journey
5 h 23 m
Average duration
5 h 23 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
341 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich HB to Salzburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich HB to Salzburg Hbf will cost around £110 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Of the 27 trains that leave Zurich HB for Salzburg Hbf every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 341 km distance in an average of 5 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 23 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.
RJX 36918:405h23Zurich HB0:03Salzburg Hbf£501One-way0 changes
IR 2395 · IR 3256 · RJX 863+
S 20:2310h39Zurich HB11:02Salzburg Hbf£591One-way3 changes
IR 2206 · RJX 863+
S 2 · S 170:2410h38Zurich HB11:02Salzburg Hbf£591One-way4 changes
EC 163+
RJX 7678:405h23Zurich HB14:03Salzburg Hbf£911One-way1 change
IC 575+
IR 3278 · RJX 663+
S 215:385h26Zurich HB21:04Salzburg Hbf£911One-way3 changes
EC 163+
RJX 7678:405h23Zurich HB14:03Salzburg Hbf£911One-way1 change
RJX 16712:405h23Zurich HB18:03Salzburg Hbf£1051One-way0 changes
RJX 16510:405h23Zurich HB16:03Salzburg Hbf£1051One-way0 changes
RJX 16914:405h23Zurich HB20:03Salzburg Hbf£1051One-way0 changes
RJX 1616:405h23Zurich HB12:03Salzburg Hbf£1051One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich HB to Salzburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich HB to Salzburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £118.
Distance: 341 km
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£71 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest | £398 Average Price |
6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich HB to Salzburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich HB to Salzburg Hbf trains for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 167 | 12:40 Zurich HB | 5h23 | 18:03 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 193 · RJX 261 | On time 13:32 Zurich HB | 5h26 | 18:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 193+ RJX 261 | On time 13:32 Zurich HB | 5h26 | 18:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 169 | 14:40 Zurich HB | 5h23 | 20:03 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 195+ 79041 | On time 15:32 Zurich HB | 6h10 | 21:42 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 195+ RE5 | On time 15:32 Zurich HB | 6h10 | 21:42 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IR 3278+ S 2+ RJX 663+ IC 575 | 15:38 Zurich HB | 5h26 | 21:04 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX 367 | 16:40 Zurich HB | 5h25 | 22:05 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 197+ 79045 | On time 17:32 Zurich HB | 6h13 | 23:45 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 197+ RE5 | On time 17:32 Zurich HB | 6h13 | 23:45 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 369 | 18:40 Zurich HB | 5h23 | 0:03 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 199+ RE5 | 19:32 Zurich HB | 6h15 | 1:47 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EN 40465+ NJ 447 | 20:40 Zurich HB | 6h15 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EN 40467 | 21:40 Zurich HB | 5h42 | 3:22 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 3 June | |||||
IR 2395 · IR 3256 · RJX 863+ S 2 | 0:23 Zurich HB | 10h39 | 11:02 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IR 2206 · RJX 863+ S · S 2 | 0:24 Zurich HB | 10h38 | 11:02 Salzburg Hbf | 4 changes | |
EC 95+ RE5 | 5:35 Zurich HB | 6h11 | 11:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 161 | 6:40 Zurich HB | 5h23 | 12:03 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 2210+ S 2+ RJX 865+ IC 1057 | 7:07 Zurich HB | 5h55 | 13:02 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 97+ RE5 | 7:32 Zurich HB | 6h14 | 13:46 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 163+ RJX 767 | 8:40 Zurich HB | 5h23 | 14:03 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 99 · RJX 67 | On time 9:32 Zurich HB | 5h26 | 14:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 99+ RJX 67 | On time 9:32 Zurich HB | 5h26 | 14:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 165 | 10:40 Zurich HB | 5h23 | 16:03 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 2218+ S 2+ RJX 869+ ICE 275 | 11:07 Zurich HB | 5h55 | 17:02 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 191 · RJX 69 | On time 11:32 Zurich HB | 5h26 | 16:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 191+ RJX 69 | On time 11:32 Zurich HB | 5h26 | 16:58 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich HB to Salzburg Hbf
Trains from Zurich HB to Salzburg Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 341 km distance in 5h 23m.
Distance 341 km |
Average train duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 23m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 23:24 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Deutsche Bahn, EuroNight, ÖBB | Nightjet, Bayerische Regiobahn, ÖBB | Railjet from Zurich HB to Salzburg Hbf trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Deutsche Bahn, EuroNight, ÖBB | Nightjet, Bayerische Regiobahn, ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Zurich HB and Salzburg Hbf from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
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.
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | Railjet
EuroNight
Bayerische Regiobahn
FAQs: Zurich HB to Salzburg Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich HB to Salzburg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich HB and Salzburg Hbf
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 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
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