The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Zell am See
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€42
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
Of the 1 trains that leave Salzburg for Zell am See on Mon, Nov 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 24 the direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Mon, Nov 24 the slowest trains will take 1 h 30 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 train and bus 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 €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 56 km
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2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Salzburg to Zell am See train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Zell am See trains for today, Sunday, November 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:12 PM Salzburg | 1h30 | 3:42 PM Zell am See | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Zell am See
Trains from Salzburg to Zell am See run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 56 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 56 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 00:13 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Regionalzug, Deutsche Bahn from Salzburg to Zell am See trainsÖBB | REX, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Regionalzug, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Salzburg and Zell am See from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | REX
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB
ÖBB | ICE
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
ÖBB | Regionalzug
Trains from Salzburg to Zell am See
Trains from Salzburg to Zell am See take, on average, an hour and 42 minutes to cover a distance of roughly 36 miles. If passengers opt for a fast train, the route can be completed in as little as one hour and 36 minutes. Frequent trains are available between the two Austrian cities, starting very early in the morning on an almost hourly basis. Whenever passengers decide to travel, they're sure to find a route to suit their needs.
Which train companies travel from Salzburg to Zell am See?
OBB is the leading railway company for trains connecting Salzburg and Zell am See. The company has several subsidiaries that operate along the route. OBB Train Company also operates Railjet; a high-speed train that travels at average speeds of 142 mph. It connects main cities in Austria with Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, Italy, and the Czech Republic.
How long the train from Salzburg to Zell am See?
The average time from Salzburg Hbf to Zell am See is one hour 40 minutes, though journeys may be longer during weekends and holidays. The fastest direct train service can get passengers from Salzburg to Zell am See in just one hour and 30 minutes.
How many trains are there from Salzburg to Zell am See?
The timetable of trains from Salzburg to Zee am See usually consist of around 27 trains per day. Of these, passengers can expect at least 22 direct options. Out of season, this may drop to 18 direct departures per day. There is an almost hourly service throughout the day, providing passengers with flexibility when planning their travel.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Salzburg to Zell am See?
Departure train station: Salzburg Hbf is the most popular train station on this route. Train services depart from Salzburg Hbf station with the first train leaving at around 04: 35 a.m. The last train from Salzburg Hbf leaves for Zell am See at about 10: 15 p.m. The station is located approximately 10 minutes or less from the city center.
Arrival train station: Train services from Salzburg to Zell See, operated by OBB arrive at Zell am See station. The station is located a few minutes from the lake in the central part of the town.
FAQs: Trains from Salzburg to Zell am See
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Zell am See 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 Zell am See, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Salzburg, you have various train station options to start your route from including Salzburg Hbf, Salzburg Taxham Europark, Salzburg Aiglhof and Salzburg Gnigl. When arriving in Zell am See, you can end your trip in train stations like Zell am See and Zell am See, Bahnhof (Vorplatz).
Passengers board the train most frequently from Salzburg Hbf, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Zell am See, located 0.6 miles (884 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salzburg to Zell am See
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with direct access from the B311 road.
- Restaurant Kupferkessel
- Steinerwirt 1493
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Tirolerhof
- Grand Hotel Zell am See
- Hotel Salzburgerhof
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance and ticket office
- Platforms: 1-3 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
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