Munich Airport to Salzburg by train

Munich Airport to Salzburg train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Munich Airport to Salzburg take around 2 hours and 14 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 111 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Munich Airport is scheduled to depart at around  00:24. The last departure is usually at around 23:24. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 58 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 19 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$21.00.

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 Munich Airport to Salzburg?

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

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

Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

How long does it take to travel from Munich Airport to Salzburg?

The Munich Airport to Salzburg train travel takes about 2 hours and 14 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Munich Airport to Salzburg train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Salzburg leaving Munich Airport at around 00:24 and the last train leaving at around 23:24. This is the same at the weekend.