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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Südbahnhof | P+R Süd | Cheapest | |||||
 | Frankfurt Hbf | Salzburg Train Station | Fastest | |||||
| Frankfurt Hbf | Salzburg Train Station | No tags | |||||
ÖBB + ÖBB | Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof | Salzburg Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Frankfurt Hbf | Salzburg Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Salzburg. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 558, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Frankfurt am Main and Salzburg?
Frankfurt am Main
- AHedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, 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
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg start from R 438. The average price for this train route is around R 1 294. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg?
The average train journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg is 5h 48m, covering a distance of 408 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 2m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg?
The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 20:54.
Which is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 585To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 585 to R 5 023 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 785, which is on 2025-12-13.
