Trains tickets from Salzburg to Zürich

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Next departures for Salzburg to Zürich on October 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
InterCity + Regional-Express + EuroCity Train
Salzburg Train Station
Zurich HB (Main Station)Cheapest
S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + EuroCity Express
Salzburg Train Station
Zurich HB (Main Station)Fastest
S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + EuroCity Express
Salzburg Train Station
Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags
EuroCity Train
Salzburg Train Station
Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags
EuroCity Train + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
Salzburg Train Station
Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Salzburg to Zürich

busbud logoWe recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 9 hours, and with fares starting at just US$32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
9hAverage Duration
343 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average PriceUS$32 - US$219Average Duration9h
9kg CO₂e
Average PriceUS$46 - US$198Average Duration7h 17m
8kg CO₂e

Train Salzburg to Zürich: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$101
Average train trip duration7h 17m
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure6:08am
Distance341 km
Latest train departure8:00pm

Salzburg to Zürich Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Salzburg - Zürich

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Zürich cost?

    The average train ticket price from Salzburg to Zürich is US$101. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Salzburg to Zürich 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!

  2. How long is the trip from Salzburg to Zürich?

    A train trip between Salzburg and Zürich is around 7h 17m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 341 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Salzburg and Zürich?

    The number of trains from Salzburg to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Salzburg to Zürich by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Salzburg to Zürich?

    When taking the train from Salzburg to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Salzburg to Zürich?

    Trains travelling between Salzburg and Zürich leave from Hbf or P+R Süd and arrive at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, Zürich Airport, Zürich Stadelhofen.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10-27
US$168
10-28
US$163
Today
US$176
10-30
US$180
10-31
US$191
11-01
US$176
11-02
US$183
11-03
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salzburg to Zürich was searched and found on Oct 28, 2025 with a price of US$163

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Salzburg to Zürich, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$163 to US$191 for a train ticket from Salzburg to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$176 which is on 2025-11-01.

About Train Travel

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Zürich, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Salzburg and Zürich, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Salzburg to Zürich, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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 travelling more than 17,000 km.

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