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 442. The average price for this train route is around R 1 346. 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 40m, 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 7 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.

Train Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg from R 418 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg on 7 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:21	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 38m	13:59	Salzburg Train Station	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train	08:22	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 37m	13:59	Salzburg Train Station	Fastest
S-Bahn + EuroCity Train	07:58	Frankfurt Süd	6h 1m	13:59	Salzburg Train Station	No tags
	08:21	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 38m	13:59	Salzburg Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train	08:22	Frankfurt Hbf	5h 37m	13:59	Salzburg Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg on 8 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus		15:37	Südbahnhof	9h 53m	01:30	P+R Süd	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 3:37 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main 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 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 564, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 30mAverage duration

410 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 553 - R 2 768	Average duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 442 - R 3 468	Average duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 564 - R 1 026	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

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

Frankfurt am Main

A
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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B
Frankfurt Airport
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Salzburg

A
P+R Süd
Hellbrunner Straße, 5020 Kleingmain, Austria
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B
Hbf
Lastenstraße 12, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
C
Salzburg Aiglhof
Salzburg Aiglhof, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
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D
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
E
Salzburg Gnigl
Salzburg Gnigl, 5023 Salzburg, Austria

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

FlixBus

3.5/511 504 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

AT train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

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 442. The average price for this train route is around R 1 346. 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 40m, 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 7 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.

Best price found

01/12

R 589

02/12

R 1 817

Today

R 418

04/12

R 921

05/12

R 1 664

06/12

R 764

07/12

R 1 249

08/12

R 590

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg was searched and found on 03 Dec 2025 with a price of R 418

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 R 418 to R 3 931 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 590, which is on 2025-12-08.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.