Salzburg to Chur train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Salzburg to Chur take around 4 hours and 47 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 286 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Salzburg is scheduled to depart at around  00:51. The last departure is usually at around 21:00 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Salzburg at around 02:12, with the last train leaving at around 20:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 7 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 2 hours.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$117.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Chur, 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 Chur.

Is there a direct train from Salzburg to Chur?

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

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

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Salzburg to Chur train travel takes about 4 hours and 47 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Salzburg to Chur train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Chur leaving Salzburg at around 00:51 and the last train leaving at around 21:00 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Salzburg at around 02:12, with the final departure at 20:00.