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Tomorrow15 Jun
from US$100
Mon16 Jun
Tue17 Jun
Wed18 Jun
from US$47
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 15 June at
    Departure city: Frankfurt am Main
    Departure location: Frankfurt Hbf
    Arrival time: 15 June at
    Destination city: Salzburg
    Destination location: Salzburg Train Station
    Operated by: EuroCity TrainEuroCity Train
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 15 June at
    Departure city: Frankfurt am Main
    Departure location: Frankfurt Hbf
    Arrival time: 15 June at
    Destination city: Salzburg
    Destination location: Salzburg Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 June at
    Departure city: Frankfurt am Main
    Departure location: Frankfurt Hbf
    Arrival time: 15 June at
    Destination city: Salzburg
    Destination location: Salzburg Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 June at
    Departure city: Frankfurt am Main
    Departure location: Frankfurt Hbf
    Arrival time: 15 June at
    Destination city: Salzburg
    Destination location: Salzburg Train Station
    Operated by: EuroCity TrainEuroCity Train
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 June at
    Departure city: Frankfurt am Main
    Departure location: Frankfurt Hbf
    Arrival time: 16 June at
    Destination city: Salzburg
    Destination location: Salzburg Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg

Bus
Average priceUS$25 - US$122Average duration9h 20m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$35 - US$281Average duration5h 38m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$32 - US$49Average duration5h 40m
17kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Salzburg. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1.8333333333333333carpool per day
5h 40mAverage duration
US$32Cheapest ticket
17kgCO₂ emissions

Train Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$75
Average train trip duration5h 38m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure06:07
Distance254 miles
Latest train departure20:54

Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Frankfurt am Main - Salzburg

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg cost?

    The average train ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg is US$75. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg?

    A train trip between Frankfurt am Main and Salzburg is around 5h 38m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 255 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Frankfurt am Main and Salzburg?

    The number of trains from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg?

    Trains travelling between Frankfurt am Main and Salzburg leave from Südbahnhof or Frankfurt Airport and arrive at Hbf, P+R Süd, Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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13/06
US$70
Today
US$90
15/06
US$95
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18/06
US$67
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg was searched and found on 18 Jun 2025 with a price of US$67

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$67 to US$189 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Salzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$67, which is on 2025-06-18.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Salzburg, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Frankfurt am Main and Salzburg, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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