The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund to Salzburg
Cheapest price
€148
Average price
€188
Fastest journey
7 h 17 m
Average duration
7 h 52 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
576 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Salzburg will cost around €188 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €148.
It's difficult to get from Dortmund to Salzburg without transferring at least once.
ICE 515+
BRB 79025
ICE 517+
BRB 79033
IC 2155 · ICE 537 · RJX 261
RE 26712 · ICE 627 · RJX 261
ICE 1223 · RJX 69
ICE 1223 · RJX 69
RE 26712 · ICE 627 · RJX 261
ICE 515+
BRB 79025
ICE 517+
BRB 79033
IC 2155 · ICE 537 · RJX 261Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Dortmund to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a flight costs an average of €184.
Distance: 576 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€106 Average price | €49 Average price Cheapest | €184 Average price |
9h 17m Average total duration 8h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 27m Average total duration 9h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration Fastest 5h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Dortmund to Salzburg train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 515+ BRB 79025 | Delayed 7:54 AM 7:36 AMDortmund Hbf | 8h06 | 3:42 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1223 · RJX 69 | Delayed 8:41 AM Dortmund Hbf | 7h17 | 4:13 PM 4:13 PMSalzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 517+ BRB 79033 | Delayed 9:37 AM 9:36 AMDortmund Hbf | 8h06 | 5:42 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2155 · ICE 537 · RJX 261 | Delayed 9:43 AM Dortmund Hbf | 8h15 | 6:13 PM 6:13 PMSalzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE 26712 · ICE 627 · RJX 261 | Delayed 10:21 AM Dortmund Hbf | 7h37 | 6:13 PM 6:13 PMSalzburg Hbf | 2 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund to Salzburg
Distance 576 km |
Average train duration 8h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 7h 17m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:20 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE from Dortmund to Salzburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE trains will get you between Dortmund and Salzburg from €27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | ICE
FAQs: Trains from Dortmund to Salzburg

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dortmund to Salzburg
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Subway
- Caliente
- Ong Bui Asia Fusion
- Kleimann
- Cityhotel Dortmund
- Esplanade
- Drei Kronen
- Hotel Unique Novum
- Strobels
- Rosenterassen
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking options in the vicinity.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Hotel Schloss Mönchstein
- Hotel Villa Carlton
- Hotel & Villa Auersperg
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and S-Bahn platforms
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
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