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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Salzburg
Cheapest price on Oct 23
€47
Average ticket price on Oct 23
€67
Fastest journey on Oct 23
4 h 1 m
Average journey duration on Oct 23
4 h 3 m
Trains on Oct 23
15
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Salzburg will cost around €67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
On Fri, Oct 23, we found 15 trains from Stuttgart to Salzburg, including 6 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 23 the direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 4 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 1 m .
On Fri, Oct 23 the slowest trains will take 4 h 7 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.
ICE 517+
790332:17 PM4h29Stuttgart Hbf6:46 PMSalzburg Hbf€471One-way1 transfer- ICE 593+7902311:17 AM4h29Stuttgart Hbf3:46 PMSalzburg Hbf€471One-way1 transfer
- ICE 515+7902512:17 PM4h29Stuttgart Hbf4:46 PMSalzburg Hbf€471One-way1 transfer
- ICE 513+7902110:17 AM4h29Stuttgart Hbf2:46 PMSalzburg Hbf€471One-way1 transfer
- ICE 11911:58 AM4h01Stuttgart Hbf3:59 PMSalzburg Hbf€521One-way0 transfers
- ICE 11911:58 AM4h01Stuttgart Hbf3:59 PMSalzburg Hbf€521One-way0 transfers
- ICE 2111:58 PM4h01Stuttgart Hbf5:59 PMSalzburg Hbf€581One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1179:58 AM4h01Stuttgart Hbf1:59 PMSalzburg Hbf€581One-way0 transfers
- ICE 267 · RJX 658:51 AM4h07Stuttgart Hbf12:58 PMSalzburg Hbf€921One-way1 transfer
- ICE 563 · RJX 6710:51 AM4h07Stuttgart Hbf2:58 PMSalzburg Hbf€801One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Salzburg
Germany
Austria
Trains from Stuttgart to Salzburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:51, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 306 km distance in 3h 27m.
Distance 306 km |
Average train duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 12:51 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Live departures
Stuttgart to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Salzburg trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 963 | 7:12 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h09 | 11:21 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 511+79015 | On time 8:17 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h29 | 12:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1215 | On time 8:36 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 5h19 | 1:55 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 267 · RJX 65 | On time 8:51 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h07 | 12:58 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 913 · ICE 1215 | On time 9:46 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h09 | 1:55 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 117 | On time 9:58 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h01 | 1:59 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 513+79021 | On time 10:17 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h29 | 2:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 563 · RJX 67 | On time 10:51 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h07 | 2:58 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 593+79023 | On time 11:17 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h29 | 3:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 119 | On time 11:58 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h01 | 3:59 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 515+79025 | On time 12:17 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h29 | 4:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 565 · RJX 69 | On time 12:51 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h07 | 4:58 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 211 | On time 1:58 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h01 | 5:59 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 517+79033 | On time 2:17 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h29 | 6:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 969 | 3:12 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h09 | 7:21 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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.
Westbahn
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB
TGV
Bayerische Regiobahn
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Stuttgart and Salzburg
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FAQs: Trains from Stuttgart to Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart to Salzburg 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 Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stuttgart to Salzburg
Most Stuttgart to Salzburg trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Salzburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Salzburg Liefering. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Salzburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stuttgart station do trains to Salzburg leave from?
Getting to Stuttgart Hbf from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart Hbf train station facilities and services
Stuttgart Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Getting to Stuttgart Hbf (tief) from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart Hbf (tief) train station facilities and services
Stuttgart Hbf (tief) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Amici, Block House Stuttgart
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof, Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten.
Getting to Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt is 3 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt train station facilities and services
Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Sailer, Café 44, Schnell Imbiss, Cafe am Rathaus
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. ATMs are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. Information desks are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Attimo Hotel Stuttgart, Attimo Dependance Zimmer, Hotel Krone, Hotel Lamm.
Which Salzburg station do trains from Stuttgart arrive at?
Getting to Salzburg Hbf from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Getting to Salzburg Liefering from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Liefering is 4 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Liefering train station facilities and services
Salzburg Liefering has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Salzburg Liefering.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Liefering: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Liefering: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Liefering.
Getting to Salzburg Taxham Europark from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Taxham Europark is 3 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Taxham Europark train station facilities and services
Salzburg Taxham Europark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
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