Winterthur to Salzburg by train

Winterthur to Salzburg train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Winterthur to Salzburg by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Winterthur to Salzburg take around 5 hours, covering a distance of approximately 326 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Winterthur is scheduled to depart at around  00:05. The last departure is usually at around 23:42 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Winterthur at around 00:35, with the last train leaving at around 23:06. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 12 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 hour and 25 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £32.88.

We think any time is a great time to visit Salzburg, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Salzburg.

Is there a direct train from Winterthur to Salzburg?

The journey between Winterthur and Salzburg usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Winterthur to Salzburg every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Winterthur to Salzburg?

The Winterthur to Salzburg train travel takes about 5 hours, no matter when you leave.

What are the Winterthur to Salzburg train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Salzburg leaving Winterthur at around 00:05 and the last train leaving at around 23:42 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Winterthur at around 00:35, with the final departure at 23:06.