Travelling from Erfurt to Salzburg by train

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

The fastest trains from Erfurt to Salzburg take around 4 hours and 8 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 380 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Erfurt is scheduled to depart at around  01:24. The last departure is usually at around 22:18 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Erfurt at around 01:24, with the last train leaving at around 22:11. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 43 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 18 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €47.56.

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 Erfurt to Salzburg?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Erfurt to Salzburg 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 Erfurt to Salzburg?

The Erfurt to Salzburg train travel takes about 4 hours and 8 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Erfurt to Salzburg train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Salzburg leaving Erfurt at around 01:24 and the last train leaving at around 22:18 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Erfurt at around 01:24, with the final departure at 22:11.