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Mozart's Birthplace
Birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, displaying family items, instruments, and context on his early Salzburg years.
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 $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
On Sat, Oct 31, we found 4 buses from Ulm to Salzburg, including 4 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 31 the direct buses cover the 236 km distance in an average of 4 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Sat, Oct 31 the slowest buses will take 5 h 15 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.

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Buses from Ulm to Salzburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 but you can travel from only $9 by train.
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 45m.
Distance 146 miles (236 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 9:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Ulm to Salzburg.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $26 |
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 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Darojković Promet | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
The table below shows live departures for Ulm to Salzburg buses for today, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 8:15 AM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 4h45 | 1:00 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 5:30 PM Ulm | 4h15 | 9:45 PM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:25 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 4h30 | 11:55 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 3h50 | 1:30 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, displaying family items, instruments, and context on his early Salzburg years.
Science center with interactive exhibits on physics, biology, and technology; excellent for families and curious adults.
Historic residence rooms and state apartments illustrating the power and taste of Salzburg’s prince-archbishops.
Salzburg’s famous old shopping lane with wrought-iron guild signs, historic houses, and direct links to Mozart’s birthplace.
Formal gardens and walking area by Mirabell Palace, admired for baroque design, statues, and fortress views.
Tree-lined viewpoint hill with forest paths, old fortifications, and sweeping vistas over the Old Town and fortress.
Salzburg’s famous soufflé-like dessert of sweetened egg whites, baked and torn into pieces, then dusted with sugar. A classic from Hotel Sacher traditions.
A rustic farmer’s breakfast of pan-fried potatoes, onions, and meat, usually topped with a fried egg. Popular in Alpine inns across Salzburg state.
Thin slices of boiled beef in broth, usually served with horseradish, root vegetables, and potatoes. A classic Austrian dish common in Salzburg taverns.
Well-known fine dining restaurant focused on modern Austrian cuisine, seasonal ingredients, and polished service in an intimate setting.
Historic beer hall and monastery brewery known for Märzen beer, simple Austrian dishes, and lively communal tables in a classic Salzburg setting.
Traditional tavern near the old town serving schnitzel, Tafelspitz, and regional classics in elegant historic rooms with a refined local feel.
Moderate for Western Europe; hotels rise in peak season, dining is mid-priced, and public transport is reasonable for tourists.
Service is often included, but rounding up is customary. Tip restaurants about 5-10%, round up in cafes, and round up taxi fares.
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Most Ulm to Salzburg buses use the Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße to Salzburg, P+R Süd station pair, with some services arriving at Salzburg, Lastenstrasse / Weiserhofstraße. Use this guide to compare Ulm and Salzburg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße is 3 km from Ulm city centre. Public transport options include:
Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße. ATMs are available at Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße.
Ticket office support is available at Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße.
Available at Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße: Bus stop is accessible for persons with reduced mobility.
Salzburg, P+R Süd is 3 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg, P+R Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Süd (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg, P+R Süd.
Available at Salzburg, P+R Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg, P+R Süd: Elevators, ramps.
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