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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Salzburg Train Station | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Salzburg Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Salzburg Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn EuroCity | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Salzburg Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn EuroCity | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Salzburg Train Station | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Heidelberg to Salzburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Salzburg. The journey takes about 5 hours, and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Heidelberg and Salzburg?
Heidelberg
- A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany
Salzburg
- AHellbrunner Straße, 5020 Kleingmain, Austria
- B
Hbf
Lastenstraße 12, 5020 Salzburg, Austria - CSalzburg Aiglhof, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
- D
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt, 5020 Salzburg, Austria - E
Salzburg Gnigl
Salzburg Gnigl, 5023 Salzburg, Austria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Heidelberg to Salzburg by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Heidelberg to Salzburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Salzburg start at $172. The average price for this train route is around $172. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Heidelberg to Salzburg?
The average train trip from Heidelberg to Salzburg takes 4h 46m and covers 367 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 46m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Heidelberg to Salzburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Heidelberg to Salzburg?
The earliest train from Heidelberg to Salzburg departs at 1:13pm. The latest train departs at 1:13pm.
What is the best train operator from Heidelberg to Salzburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Salzburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Heidelberg to Salzburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Heidelberg to Salzburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Heidelberg to Salzburg was searched and found on Dec 23, 2025 with a price of $164To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Heidelberg to Salzburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $164 to $248 for a train ticket from Heidelberg to Salzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $164 which is on 2025-12-23.
