How much does a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg cost?

The average train ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg is $81. The best way to find train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg?

A train trip between Frankfurt am Main and Salzburg is around 5h 51m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 255 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Frankfurt am Main and Salzburg?

The number of trains from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg?

When taking the train from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg?

Trains traveling between Frankfurt am Main and Salzburg leave from Südbahnhof or Frankfurt Airport and arrive at Hbf, P+R Süd, Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt.

What are the best sights and things to do in Salzburg?

Once in Salzburg, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Mozarts Geburtshaus, Salzburg Card, Salzburg Cathedral, Festung Hohensalzburg, Salzburg Festival.

Train Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg on September 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn + S-Bahn	8:40pm	Frankfurt Süd	9h 37m	6:17am	Salzburg Train Station	Cheapest
	8:22am	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 37m	1:59pm	Salzburg Train Station	Fastest
Regionalbahn + EuroCity Train	8:08am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	5h 51m	1:59pm	Salzburg Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	9:28am	Frankfurt Süd	6h 31m	3:59pm	Salzburg Train Station	No tags
	8:22am	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 37m	1:59pm	Salzburg Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg on September 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn + S-Bahn	8:40pm	Frankfurt Süd	10h 53m	7:33am	Salzburg Train Station	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train	6:19am	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 40m	11:59am	Salzburg Train Station	Fastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train	6:00am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	5h 59m	11:59am	Salzburg Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train	6:19am	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 40m	11:59am	Salzburg Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regionalbahn	8:30pm	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	11h 3m	7:33am	Salzburg Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg on September 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:22am	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 37m	1:59pm	Salzburg Train Station	CheapestFastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train	6:00am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	5h 59m	11:59am	Salzburg Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn + EuroCity Train	8:00am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	5h 59m	1:59pm	Salzburg Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train	6:19am	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 40m	11:59am	Salzburg Train Station	No tags
	8:22am	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 37m	1:59pm	Salzburg Train Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$28 - $129	Average Duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$21 - $200	Average Duration5h 51m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Carpool	Average Price$30 - $51	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Salzburg. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 30mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest ticket

17kgCO₂ emissions

Train Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$81

Average train trip duration5h 51m

Number of daily trains12

Earliest train departure6:00am

Distance255 miles (411 km)

Latest train departure11:23pm

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/55 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3

Wifi4

FlixTrain

3/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi0

FlixBus

3.5/510,568 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in AT:Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Slovak Rail, WESTbahn, OBB Eurocity

Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Frankfurt am Main and Salzburg?

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A - Südbahnhof

B - Frankfurt Airport

Stops in Salzburg

A - Hbf

B - P+R Süd

C - Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt

D - Salzburg Gnigl

E - Salzburg Aiglhof

Frequently asked questions for your trip Frankfurt am Main - Salzburg

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/17

$65

09/18

$80

Today

$141

09/20

$33

09/21

$98

09/22

$45

09/23

$46

09/24

$34

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg was searched and found on Sep 20, 2025 with a price of $33

To 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 $33 to $296 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 $33 which is on 2025-09-20.

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Salzburg, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Frankfurt am Main and Salzburg, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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