How to get to Salzburg from Füssen

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Compare train and coach for Füssen to Salzburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Füssen to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £42.

Distance: 177 km

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£42

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£27

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£32

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4h 32m

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4h 45m

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4h 15m

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3h 5m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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Compare ways to travel from Füssen to Salzburg

Compare the available ways to get from Füssen to Salzburg, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Füssen to Salzburg is a coach with an average price of £27.

This is compared to other travel options from Füssen to Salzburg:

A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Füssen to Salzburg costing on average £42.

The fastest way to travel from Füssen to Salzburg is by train with an average journey time of 4h 32m.

Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Füssen and Salzburg including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £42 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£10. The journey takes 4h 2m versus 3h 5m 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.

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from Füssen to Salzburg

How to get to Salzburg from Füssen by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Füssen to Salzburg is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Deutsche Bahn78938 · EC 213+Bayerische Regiobahn62767
    2 changes

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn78938 · EC 213+Bayerische Regiobahn62767
    2 changes

Fastest

  • Bayerische Regiobahn62791+Deutsche Bahn58145+Bayerische Regiobahn79043
    2 changes

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn59693 · RJ 1293+Bayerische Regiobahn62777
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnS6+Bayerische Regiobahn79047 · 62713
    2 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn78918 · ICE 1215+Bayerische Regiobahn62741
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
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Best day trips from Salzburg by bus

The most popular day trips by bus from Salzburg are Hallstatt, Vienna, Linz, Bad Ischl and Innsbruck. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Salzburg on Omio.

A view of Hallstatt

Day trip from Salzburg to Hallstatt by bus

Why visit Hallstatt for the day?

Hallstatt is a small lakeside village in Austria’s Salzkammergut, known for historic salt mining and Alpine scenery. Its narrow streets, steep slopes and houses beside Hallstätter See give it a calm, distinctive character.

A view of Vienna

Day trip from Salzburg to Vienna by bus

Why visit Vienna for the day?

Vienna is known for its imperial palaces, classical music heritage and enduring coffeehouse culture. Beneath its formal elegance, the city has lively districts, museums and green spaces that make it feel relaxed and easy to explore.

A view of Linz

Day trip from Salzburg to Linz by bus

Why visit Linz for the day?

Linz blends an industrial heritage with a forward-looking cultural scene on the Danube. It is best known for Ars Electronica, while the Altstadt and Pöstlingberg give the city a more traditional character.

A view of Bad Ischl

Day trip from Salzburg to Bad Ischl by bus

Why visit Bad Ischl for the day?

Bad Ischl is a spa town in the Salzkammergut, known for its imperial history and relaxed café culture. Framed by rivers, villas and nearby mountains, it feels refined yet unhurried.

A view of Innsbruck

Day trip from Salzburg to Innsbruck by bus

Why visit Innsbruck for the day?

Innsbruck is a compact Tyrolean city known for its imperial Old Town, the Golden Roof and its striking Alpine backdrop. It combines Habsburg history with a lively student atmosphere and a strong connection to skiing and hiking.

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FAQs: Füssen to Salzburg

Travel to Salzburg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Füssen to Salzburg.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Füssen and Salzburg including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Füssen to Salzburg is a coach with an average price of £27.

This is compared to other travel options from Füssen to Salzburg:

A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Füssen to Salzburg costing on average £42.

The fastest way to travel from Füssen to Salzburg is by train with an average journey time of 4h 32m.

Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 45m.

The Füssen to Salzburg distance is approximately 177 km.
The average frequency per day from Füssen to Salzburg is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Füssen and Salzburg as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Füssen to Salzburg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Füssen station and arrive in Salzburg Hbf.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Füssen, Kemptener Straße and arrive in Salzburg, P+R Süd.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Füssen to Salzburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, Westbahn, ÖBB to go to Salzburg by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Salzburg by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Füssen to Salzburg:
  • 0 direct trains per day with Westbahn.
Omio customers who travel from Füssen to Salzburg often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Hallstatt, Munich, Prague, Innsbruck. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Salzburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Füssen to Salzburg, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Salzburg, you can explore the Hohensalzburg Fortress, a medieval stronghold offering breathtaking views of the city and the Alps. Visit the Mirabell Palace and Gardens, known for their baroque style and as a famous filming spot for The Sound of Music. Discover Mozart's Birthplace, a museum celebrating the life and works of the renowned composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Admire the stunning architecture of the Salzburg Cathedral, a baroque masterpiece with significant historical importance. Stroll along Getreidegasse, a charming shopping street filled with historic buildings, boutiques, and cafes.
To fully experience Salzburg, including its historic sites, cultural landmarks, and surrounding natural beauty, a stay of three to four days is recommended.

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