The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Berchtesgaden
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Berchtesgaden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Berchtesgaden will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
It's difficult to get from Salzburg to Berchtesgaden without transferring at least once.
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BRB S4+
Bus EV
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BRB S4+
Bus EV
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BRB S4+
Bus EV
S 2+
BRB S4+
Bus EV
S 3+
BRB RE5+
BRB S4+
Bus EV
S 3+
BRB S4+
Bus EV
S 3+
BRB S4+
Bus EV
S 3+
BRB RE5+
BRB S4+
Bus EV
S 3+
BRB S4+
Bus EV
S 3+
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Berchtesgaden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, and a bus costs an average of €22.
Distance: 19 km
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price |
1h 33m Average total duration 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Berchtesgaden train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S 3+ BRB S4+ Bus EV | 7:12 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1h22 | 8:34 AM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S 3+ BRB S4+ Bus EV | 7:14 AM Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt | 2h20 | 9:34 AM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S 2+ BRB S4+ Bus EV | 7:30 AM Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt | 2h04 | 9:34 AM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S 3+ Bus EV | 7:42 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1h52 | 9:34 AM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S 3+ BRB S4+ Bus EV | 7:44 AM Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt | 1h50 | 9:34 AM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S 3+ BRB RE5+ BRB S4+ Bus EV | 7:46 AM Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt | 1h48 | 9:34 AM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
S 3+ BRB S4+ Bus EV | 8:12 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1h22 | 9:34 AM Berchtesgaden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Berchtesgaden
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:08 |
Train companies: ÖBB, Bayerische Regiobahn, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | S-Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen from Salzburg to Berchtesgaden trainsÖBB, Bayerische Regiobahn, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | S-Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen trains will get you between Salzburg and Berchtesgaden from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB
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 | S-Bahn
Bayerische Regiobahn
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
FAQs: Trains from Salzburg to Berchtesgaden

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salzburg to Berchtesgaden
- 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
- Gasthof zur Schießstätte
- Gasthof Watzmann
- Cafeteria
- Osteria al Parco
- Hotel Alpina Ros Demming
- Die schlafende Goass
- Kulturhof Stanggass
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