Salzburg to Munich by train
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Overview: trains from Salzburg to Munich
Find the key information for travelling by train from Salzburg to Munich, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
Taking the train from Salzburg to Munich
So you’re considering going from Salzburg to Munich by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.
Train cost from Salzburg to Munich
Ready to book tickets from Salzburg to Munich? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:
The cheapest tickets between Salzburg and Munich typically run AU$12.41.
If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit AU$22.
If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to AU$22.
You can book travel between these two destinations 12 months in advance.
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Salzburg to Munich departure timetable
On this route, 33 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Salzburg at 00:51 and the last leaving at 23:00 during the week.
For weekend travel to Munich, the earliest departure is at 00:51 and the last one is at 23:00. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 40 minutes.
What are the travel time and distance for trains from Salzburg to Munich?
On this route spanning 117 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 1 hour and 29 minutes.
How early can you book train tickets between Salzburg and Munich?
Tickets along this route go on sale 12 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.
Additional information on train travel from Salzburg to Munich
Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Munich city guide to start planning your getaway.
FAQs about the train journey from Salzburg to Munich
Want to know more about your journey from Salzburg to Munich? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The train journey from Salzburg to Munich covers 117 kilometres in total.
The lowest price on this route is AU$12.41. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around AU$22, while those booked 7 days in advance are around AU$22.
You can start booking tickets for this route 12 months in advance.
The fastest journey is 1 hour and 29 minutes.
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