The cheapest and fastest trains from Melk to Salzburg
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- S$23
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- S$50
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 2 h 28 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 2 h 34 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 5
- Distance
- 177 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Melk to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Melk to Salzburg will cost around S$50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only S$23.
To travel from Melk to Salzburg you need to make at least one change.
CJX 5+
IC 548+
RJX 6010:21 AM 2h32 Melk 12:53 PM Salzburg Hbf S$23 1 One-way 2 changes
CJX 5+
IC 5448:21 AM 2h28 Melk 10:49 AM Salzburg Hbf S$31 1 One-way 1 change
CJX 5+
IC 64011:21 AM 2h28 Melk 1:49 PM Salzburg Hbf S$46 1 One-way 1 change
CJX 5+
IC 5469:21 AM 2h28 Melk 11:49 AM Salzburg Hbf S$61 1 One-way 1 change
R 52+
RJX 6010:01 AM 2h52 Melk 12:53 PM Salzburg Hbf S$90 1 One-way 1 change
CJX 5+
IC 5448:21 AM 2h28 Melk 10:49 AM Salzburg Hbf S$31 1 One-way 1 change
CJX 5+
IC 5469:21 AM 2h28 Melk 11:49 AM Salzburg Hbf S$61 1 One-way 1 change
CJX 5+
IC 64011:21 AM 2h28 Melk 1:49 PM Salzburg Hbf S$46 1 One-way 1 change
CJX 5+
IC 548+
RJX 6010:21 AM 2h32 Melk 12:53 PM Salzburg Hbf S$23 1 One-way 2 changes
R 52+
RJX 6010:01 AM 2h52 Melk 12:53 PM Salzburg Hbf S$90 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Melk to Salzburg
Trains from Melk to Salzburg run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at S$31 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 177 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 177 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price S$31 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 11:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
Live departures
Melk to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Melk to Salzburg trains for tomorrow, Friday, 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CJX 5+ IC 544 | 8:21 AM Melk | 2h28 | 10:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
CJX 5+ IC 546 | 9:21 AM Melk | 2h28 | 11:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 60+ R 52 | 10:01 AM Melk | 2h52 | 12:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
CJX 5+ IC 548+ RJX 60 | 10:21 AM Melk | 2h32 | 12:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
CJX 5+ IC 640 | 11:21 AM Melk | 2h28 | 1:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Melk and Salzburg
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Melk to Salzburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Melk to Salzburg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Melk and Salzburg
Most Melk to Salzburg trains use the Melk to Salzburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Melk and Salzburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Melk station do trains to Salzburg leave from?
Getting to Melk from Melk city centre
Melk train station facilities and services
Melk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant zur Post, Wachauerhof
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Melk. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Melk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Melk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Melk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Melk: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Wachau, Hotel Stadt Melk, Hotel Restaurant zur Post.
Which Salzburg station do trains from Melk arrive at?
Getting to Salzburg Hbf from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
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