The cheapest and fastest trains from Zagreb to Salzburg
Cheapest price
€38
Average price
€185
Fastest journey
6 h 42 m
Average duration
7 h 17 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zagreb to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Salzburg will cost around €185 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
Of the 40 trains that leave Zagreb for Salzburg on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 314 km distance in an average of 7 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 42 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 7 h 40 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.
318+
ICE 1185:11 AM6h42Zagreb Main Station11:53 AMSalzburg Hbf€381One-way1 transfer
EC 214 · EC 1148:16 AM7h37Zagreb Main Station3:53 PMSalzburg Hbf€471One-way1 transfer
EN 4147:39 PM7h06Zagreb Main Station2:45 AMSalzburg Hbf€501One-way0 transfers
1472 · D 310+
RJ 6582:13 PM7h40Zagreb Main Station9:53 PMSalzburg Hbf€761One-way2 transfers
R 434+
D 38+
ICE 2108:38 PM13h15Zagreb Main Station9:53 AMSalzburg Hbf€761One-way2 transfers
318+
ICE 1185:11 AM6h42Zagreb Main Station11:53 AMSalzburg Hbf€381One-way1 transfer
EN 4147:39 PM7h06Zagreb Main Station2:45 AMSalzburg Hbf€501One-way0 transfers
R 432+
D 314+
RJ 11210:34 AM7h19Zagreb Main Station5:53 PMSalzburg Hbf€831One-way2 transfers
EC 214 · EC 1148:16 AM7h37Zagreb Main Station3:53 PMSalzburg Hbf€471One-way1 transfer
1472 · D 310+
RJ 6582:13 PM7h40Zagreb Main Station9:53 PMSalzburg Hbf€761One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Zagreb to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 314 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€40 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest |
7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration Fastest 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zagreb to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Salzburg trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
· + IR 610+ REX 3 | 12:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 9h49 | 9:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 12:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 13h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 12:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 13h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 12:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 13h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 12:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 13h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 12:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 13h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 12:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 13h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 1:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 12h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 1:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 12h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 1:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 12h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 1:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 12h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 1:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 12h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 1:15 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 12h38 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 1:15 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 12h38 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 1:15 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 12h38 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 1:15 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 12h38 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 1:15 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 12h38 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 2:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 11h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 2:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 11h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 2:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 11h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 2:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 11h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 3:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 10h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 3:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 10h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 3:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 10h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 3:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 10h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 3:25 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 10h28 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 3:25 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 10h28 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 3:25 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 10h28 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 3:25 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 10h28 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 4:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 9h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 4:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 9h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + ICE 116 | 4:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 9h53 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
· + RJX 131+ IC 796 | 4:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 8h53 | 12:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
318+ ICE 118 | 5:11 AM Zagreb Main Station | 6h42 | 11:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 78+ IR 514+ REX 3 | 7:06 AM Zagreb Main Station | 8h43 | 3:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 214 · EC 114 | 8:16 AM Zagreb Main Station | 7h37 | 3:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
R 432+ D 314+ RJ 112 | 10:34 AM Zagreb Main Station | 7h19 | 5:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
1472 · D 310+ RJ 658 | 2:13 PM Zagreb Main Station | 7h40 | 9:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EN 414 | 7:39 PM Zagreb Main Station | 7h06 | 2:45 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 434+ D 38+ ICE 210 | 8:38 PM Zagreb Main Station | 13h15 | 9:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zagreb to Salzburg
Trains from Zagreb to Salzburg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 314 km distance in 7h 3m.
Distance 314 km |
Average train duration 7h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 7h 3m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 10:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, EuroNight, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE, HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP) from Zagreb to Salzburg trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, EuroNight, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE, HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP) trains will get you between Zagreb and Salzburg from €20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | ICE
EuroNight
ÖBB | Regionalzug
HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP)
FAQs: Trains from Zagreb to Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb 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 Zagreb to Salzburg
- 5:30 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Trg kralja Tomislava
- Zinfandel's Restaurant
- Le Bistro Esplanade
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- HRK 3
- Esplanade Zagreb Hotel
- Hotel Central
- Palace Hotel Zagreb
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Slovenia, Austria, Hungary, Serbia, and domestic destinations
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6, Line 13
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
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