Train from Düsseldorf to Salzburg: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Düsseldorf to Salzburg on 5 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Duesseldorf Central
Salzburg Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Duesseldorf Central
Salzburg Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Duesseldorf Central
Salzburg Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Duesseldorf Central
Salzburg Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Duesseldorf Central
Salzburg Train StationNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Düsseldorf to Salzburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Salzburg. The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 919, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
7h 50mAverage duration
591 kmDistance
25kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 689 - R 1 763Average duration13h 45m
15kg CO₂e
Average priceR 806 - R 4 830Average duration8h 5m
14kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 919 - R 945Average duration7h 50m
25kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Düsseldorf 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Düsseldorf to Salzburg?

    The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Salzburg start from R 806. The average price for this train route is around R 1 504. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Düsseldorf to Salzburg?

    The average train journey time from Düsseldorf to Salzburg is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 589 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 37m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Düsseldorf to Salzburg route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Düsseldorf to Salzburg?

    The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Salzburg departs at 06:18. And the latest train departs at 22:54.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Düsseldorf to Salzburg?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Düsseldorf to Salzburg?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Düsseldorf to Salzburg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Düsseldorf to Salzburg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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