- Must visit
Mozart's Birthplace
Historic townhouse museum on Getreidegasse where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in 1756, displaying original rooms, instruments, and family memorabilia.
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 48 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
236 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ulm to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ulm to Salzburg will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 4 buses that leave Ulm for Salzburg on Tue, Jun 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 236 km distance in an average of 4 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 5 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $171.
Distance: 146 miles (236 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price | $447 Average price | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration 4h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ulm to Salzburg:
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ulm to Salzburg costing on average $65 (€52).
A bus is $417 (€338) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ulm to Salzburg costing on average $447 (€363).
Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 9m.
Flight takes on average 4h 59m.
You'll arrive about -1h -54m sooner (4h 9m by bus vs 3h 15m by car) and save roughly $-4.45 (€-3.61) compared to fuel and tolls ($30 (€24) vs $26 (€21)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
The table below shows live departures for Ulm to Salzburg buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:50 PM Ulm | 4h40 | 7:30 PM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:50 PM Ulm | 4h40 | 8:30 PM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Ulm | 3h50 | 11:30 PM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ulm to Salzburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 21:40. The fastest bus covers the 146 miles (236 km) distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 146 miles (236 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 9:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Salzburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Salzburg trip today.
Historic townhouse museum on Getreidegasse where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in 1756, displaying original rooms, instruments, and family memorabilia.
Baroque museum complex linking the State Rooms, Cathedral Museum, and St. Peter’s areas, offering a strong introduction to Salzburg’s princely-archiepiscopal history.
Museum in the Mozart family’s later Salzburg home with exhibitions on Mozart’s life, manuscripts, and historical instruments.
Salzburg’s most famous old-town shopping street, known for wrought-iron guild signs, narrow passageways, and Mozart associations.
Formal palace gardens with geometric flower beds, statues, and iconic views toward the fortress; especially popular for photos.
Wooded hill with panoramic walking paths and classic viewpoints over the old town, popular for sunsets and elevated city photos.
A famous Salzburg dessert of sweet soufflé-like dumplings, traditionally baked to resemble the city’s surrounding hills. It is one of Salzburg’s signature specialties.
Small Alpine egg dumplings tossed with melted cheese and topped with fried onions. A hearty Austrian dish commonly eaten in Salzburg and the surrounding region.
Breaded and fried veal cutlet served with lemon and potato salad or parsley potatoes. While associated with Austria broadly, it is a classic dish widely enjoyed in Salzburg.
A famous traditional beer hall with a lively local atmosphere, house beer, and classic Austrian dishes served in a communal setting.
Historic restaurant in the St. Peter district, known for refined Austrian cuisine, elegant dining rooms, and a long culinary tradition.
Established traditional restaurant near the old town, appreciated for Salzburg and Austrian specialties in a cozy, rustic setting.
Prices are high by Central European standards, especially for hotels and tourist-area dining, though bakeries and lunch specials help cut costs.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis; in restaurants, 5-10% is common for good service by handing the total directly to the server.
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