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Munich to Salzburg Train

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12/07/2026
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Munich to Salzburg by train

The journey from Munich to Salzburg by train is 71.92 mi and takes 1 hr 50 mins. There are 25 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:43 and the last at 18:55. It is possible to travel from Munich to Salzburg by train for as little as £7.70 or as much as £47.09. The best price for this journey is £7.70.

Lowest Price £7.70
Journey Duration 1 hr 50 mins
Connection per Day 25
Lowest Price £7.70
Highest Price £47.09
First Departure 00:43
Last Departure 18:55
Distance 71.92 mi
Departure Munich
Arrival Salzburg
Carriers Railjet, DB - InterCity Express (ICE)

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Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £11.98 to £26.38 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 55% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Munich to Salzburg

The cheapest Munich - Salzburg train tickets can be found for as low as £10.96 if you’re lucky, or £14.56 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £17.98.

Find the best day to travel to Salzburg by train

When travelling to Salzburg by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Railjet, DB - InterCity Express (ICE) and Bayerische Regiobahn from Munich to Salzburg
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Munich to Salzburg CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
8.1kg
Bus
8.68kg
Flight
23.15kg
Car
18.52kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Munich to Salzburg by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Munich and Salzburg are 8.1kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Munich and Salzburg? By taking the train between Munich and Salzburg you will save 15.05kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.58kg compared to a bus and 10.42kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Munich to Salzburg?
A train ticket from Munich to Salzburg is £27.67. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £7.70.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Munich to Salzburg?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Munich to Salzburg is £7.70. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Munich and Salzburg by train?
Munich to Salzburg is 71.92 mi.
How long does the train between Munich and Salzburg take?
Munich to Salzburg is on average 1 hr 50 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 23 mins.
Which companies operate from Munich to Salzburg?
The train journey from Munich to Salzburg is covered by 5 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Railjet, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), Bayerische Regiobahn, ÖBB, WESTbahn and ÖBB - Railjet Xpress.
How many train connections per day go from Munich to Salzburg?
Munich to Salzburg has 25 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Munich to Salzburg leave?
The earliest train from Munich to Salzburg departs at 00:43. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Munich to Salzburg depart?
The latest train from Munich to Salzburg departs at 18:55. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Munich to Salzburg in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £7.70 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Munich to Salzburg?
There are on average 24 direct connection(s) from Munich to go to Salzburg.
What's the fastest journey time between Munich to Salzburg by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Munich and Salzburg is 1 hr 23 mins.
Is there a direct train from Munich to Salzburg?
Yes, there is a direct train between Munich and Salzburg.
What are the CO2 emissions for Munich to Salzburg by train?
The train journey from Munich to Salzburg creates 8.1kg of CO2 emissions.