The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Salzburg
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Salzburg will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Of the 18 trains that leave Munich for Salzburg every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 116 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 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.
96511:581h23Munich Ost13:21Salzburg Hbf£391One-way0 changes
96511:451h36Munich Hbf13:21Salzburg Hbf£391One-way0 changes
790139:551h51Munich Hbf11:46Salzburg Hbf£391One-way0 changes
9639:471h34Munich Hbf11:21Salzburg Hbf£461One-way0 changes
9639:581h23Munich Ost11:21Salzburg Hbf£461One-way0 changes
96511:581h23Munich Ost13:21Salzburg Hbf£391One-way0 changes
9639:581h23Munich Ost11:21Salzburg Hbf£461One-way0 changes
9617:581h23Munich Ost9:21Salzburg Hbf£461One-way0 changes
96917:581h23Munich Ost19:21Salzburg Hbf£461One-way0 changes
96715:581h23Munich Ost17:21Salzburg Hbf£581One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Munich to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 116 km
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2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Munich to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Salzburg trains for today, Wednesday 1 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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EC 213 | On time 16:17 Munich Hbf | 1h42 | 17:59 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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961 | 5:48 Munich Hbf | 1h33 | 7:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
961 | 5:58 Munich Ost | 1h23 | 7:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 113 | On time 6:15 Munich Hbf | 1h44 | 7:59 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 6:55 Munich Hbf | 1h51 | 8:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79011 | 6:55 Munich Hbf | 1h51 | 8:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 63 | On time 7:28 Munich Hbf | 1h30 | 8:58 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
963 | 7:28 München Pasing | 1h53 | 9:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
963 | 7:47 Munich Hbf | 1h34 | 9:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 | 7:55 Munich Hbf | 1h51 | 9:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79013 | 7:55 Munich Hbf | 1h51 | 9:46 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
963 | 7:58 Munich Ost | 1h23 | 9:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
965 | 9:45 Munich Hbf | 1h36 | 11:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
965 | 9:58 Munich Ost | 1h23 | 11:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
967 | 13:45 Munich Hbf | 1h36 | 15:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
967 | 13:58 Munich Ost | 1h23 | 15:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
969 | 15:28 München Pasing | 1h53 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
969 | 15:48 Munich Hbf | 1h33 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
969 | 15:58 Munich Ost | 1h23 | 17:21 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Salzburg
Trains from Munich to Salzburg run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 116 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 116 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, Westbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, EuroNight, ÖBB | Railjet, Meridian, BOB & BRB, Transdev GmbH from Munich to Salzburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, Westbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, EuroNight, ÖBB | Railjet, Meridian, BOB & BRB, Transdev GmbH trains will get you between Munich and Salzburg from £8. 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
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | Railjet
EuroNight
Bayerische Regiobahn
Meridian, BOB & BRB
Transdev GmbH
Trains from Munich to Salzburg: Journey Details
The first train from Munich to Salzburg departs at 5:46 a.m., with the last service departing at 11:56 p.m. Services tend to run around three times an hour, though exact service times can vary. This schedule is consistent seven days a week. Most services run direct with Deutsche Bahn, though some require a change.
Taking the Train from Munich
Trains from Munich to Salzburg depart from Munchen Marienplatz station. This station is in a convenient city centre location, being less than a five minute walk from anywhere in the city centre. If you are travelling from outside the city centre, suburban rail lines S1 through to S8 and underground lines U3 and U6 all serve Munich Marienplatz, with services running seven days a week around every ten minutes until late. Taxi services are also available and should take less than two minutes if you are travelling from within the city centre.
Getting into Salzburg by Train
Salzburg's architecture is an intriguing juxtaposition of modern buildings with Baroque-style churches and squares. The birthplace of Mozart, Salzburg is also renowned for its rich musical culture. The Salzburg Festival has been running since 1920 and draws over 250,000 guests a year. Trains from Munich to Salzburg arrive at Salzburg Hauptbahnhof station, which is located just over a mile north-west of the city centre. Bus services run every ten minutes from outside the station, with lines 2 and 120 serving the city centre., the journey time tends to be around nine minutes. Alternatively, you can walk from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to the city centre in under fifteen minutes.
FAQs: Munich to Salzburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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 Munich and Salzburg
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Cantina Estación Mediterrano
- Rischart Bakery
- Ditsch Pretzels
- backWERK
- Cafe-Shop
- Le Crobag
- Yorma's
- Coffee Fellows
- Dunkin Donuts
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- a&o München Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel München
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
- There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Haidhauser Augustiner
- Burger King
- Tassilogarten
- Mitani
- Hilton Munich City
- MOMA1890
- Mk Hotel
- Hotel Pension Christl
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Haidhauser Augustiner
- Burger King
- Tassilogarten
- Mitani
- Hilton Munich City
- MOMA1890
- Mk Hotel
- Hotel Pension Christl
- 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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