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Compare 3 ways to travel from Leipzig to Salzburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Salzburg. The journey takes about 10 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 566, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Leipzig and Salzburg?
Salzburg
- AHellbrunner Straße, 5020 Kleingmain, Austria
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Hbf
Lastenstraße 12, 5020 Salzburg, Austria - CSalzburg Aiglhof, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
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Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt, 5020 Salzburg, Austria - E
Salzburg Gnigl
Salzburg Gnigl, 5023 Salzburg, Austria
Train Companies
Based on 13 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained about the value for money. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 230
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Salzburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Leipzig to Salzburg start from R 1 230. The average price for this train route is around R 1 230. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leipzig to Salzburg?
The average train journey time from Leipzig to Salzburg is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 396 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Leipzig to Salzburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leipzig to Salzburg?
The earliest train from Leipzig to Salzburg departs at 08:49. And the latest train departs at 08:49.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Salzburg was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 596To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leipzig to Salzburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 596 to R 3 770 for a train ticket from Leipzig to Salzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 596, which is on 2026-01-29.
