Salzburg to Schärding by train

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Overview: trains from Salzburg to Schärding

Find the key information for travelling by train from Salzburg to Schärding, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 03:19 View journey
Last train 22:11 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 28m View journey
Distance (km) 78
Trains / day 25 View all
Cheapest journey €9.95 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 14m
Train operators 19

Travelling from Salzburg to Schärding by train

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

The fastest trains from Salzburg to Schärding take around 2 hours and 28 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 78 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Salzburg is scheduled to depart at around  03:19. The last departure is usually at around 22:11 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Salzburg at around 03:19, with the last train leaving at around 22:11. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 25 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 40 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €9.95.

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

Is there a direct train from Salzburg to Schärding?

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

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

The Salzburg to Schärding train travel takes about 2 hours and 28 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Salzburg to Schärding train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Schärding leaving Salzburg at around 03:19 and the last train leaving at around 22:11 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Salzburg at around 03:19, with the final departure at 22:11.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.