The cheapest and fastest buses from Salzburg to Zell am See
Cheapest price
€3
Average price
€4
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
45 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salzburg to Zell am See is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Zell am See will cost around €4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
Of the 2 buses that leave Salzburg for Zell am See on Wed, Feb 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 11 the direct buses cover the 56 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Wed, Feb 11 the slowest buses will take 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Salzburg to Zell am See
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Zell am See among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €42.
Distance: 56 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €46 Average price |
2h 7m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Salzburg to Zell am See bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Zell am See buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:00 AM Salzburg | 0h40 | 7:40 AM Zell am See | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 AM Salzburg | 0h50 | 8:40 AM Zell am See | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salzburg to Zell am See
Buses from Salzburg to Zell am See run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:38, the last at 21:46. The fastest bus covers the 56 km distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 56 km |
Average bus duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 37m |
First bus 06:38 |
Last bus 21:46 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, ÖBB, Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh from Salzburg to Zell am SeeYou can travel by bus between Salzburg to Zell am See with BlaBlaCar, ÖBB, Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh for as low as €14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Salzburg to Zell am See
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Zell am See by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zell am See, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- ÖBB
- Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance, and special seating areas
- ÖBB
- Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
- ÖBB
- 2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 piece of larger luggage included
- ÖBB
- Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs need ticket (50% of regular fare), guide dogs free
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