The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Schärding
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Schärding is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Schärding will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
It's difficult to get from Salzburg to Schärding without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Salzburg to Schärding
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Schärding among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 78 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€28 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Schärding train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Schärding trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:53 AM Salzburg | 3h19 | 7:12 AM Schaerding | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:01 AM Salzburg | 2h07 | 8:08 AM Schaerding | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:52 AM Salzburg | 2h04 | 8:56 AM Schaerding | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:22 AM Salzburg | 2h23 | 9:45 AM Schaerding | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:52 AM Salzburg | 2h16 | 10:08 AM Schaerding | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Schärding
Trains from Salzburg to Schärding run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:11, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 03:11 |
Last train 22:11 |
Train companies: ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Westbahn from Salzburg to Schärding trainsÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Westbahn trains will get you between Salzburg and Schärding from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Westbahn
ÖBB | S-Bahn
ÖBB | Regionalzug
FAQs: Trains from Salzburg to Schärding
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Schärding by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Schärding, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salzburg to Schärding
- 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
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