Travelling by train from Salzburg to Bacharach

Ready to travel from Salzburg to Bacharach by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost for travel between Salzburg and Bacharach

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is AU$100.74, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Departure frequency and timetable from Salzburg to Bacharach

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Salzburg to Bacharach:

  • 00:51 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:08 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 00:51 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:00 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 1 hour and 5 minutes from Salzburg toward Bacharach.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 16 trains serving this route each day.

How long is the train journey from Salzburg to Bacharach?

This journey covers a total of 459 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 6 hours and 20 minutes.

When are tickets between Salzburg and Bacharach available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Salzburg and Bacharach can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

More information on train travel from Salzburg to Bacharach

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Bacharach city guide to get you started.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Salzburg to Bacharach by train?

The train journey between Salzburg and Bacharach spans 459 kilometres.

What is the Salzburg to Bacharach train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs AU$100.74. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

How far in advance can I book my Salzburg to Bacharach train tickets?

You can start booking tickets for this route 5 months in advance.

How long does it take to get from Salzburg to Bacharach?

The fastest jouney takes 6 hours and 20 minutes.