The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Prague
Cheapest price
22€
Average price
115€
Fastest journey
5 h 28 m
Average duration
5 h 38 m
Trains per day
46
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Prague will cost around 115€ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 22€.
To travel from Salzburg to Prague you need to make at least one change.
rjx 769 · EC 3365:01 AM5h38Salzburg Hbf10:39 AMPrague hlavní nádraží22 €1One-way1 change
rjx 761 · Sp 3800 · R 7226:01 AM6h09Salzburg Hbf12:10 PMPrague hlavní nádraží22 €1One-way2 changes
rjx 265 · Sp 3802 · IC 5348:07 AM6h32Salzburg Hbf2:39 PMPrague hlavní nádraží30 €1One-way2 changes
rjx 265 · Sp 3802 · R 659 · R 3268:07 AM6h03Salzburg Hbf2:10 PMPrague hlavní nádraží30 €1One-way3 changes
rjx 19915 · Sp 3806 · R 7024:07 PM6h03Salzburg Hbf10:10 PMPrague hlavní nádraží30 €1One-way2 changes
IC 641 · EC 33410:11 AM5h28Salzburg Hbf3:39 PMPrague hlavní nádraží89 €1One-way1 change
IC 649 · EC 3322:11 PM5h28Salzburg Hbf7:39 PMPrague hlavní nádraží38 €1One-way1 change
IC 747 · EC 3306:11 PM5h31Salzburg Hbf11:42 PMPrague hlavní nádraží38 €1One-way1 change
rjx 769 · EC 3365:01 AM5h38Salzburg Hbf10:39 AMPrague hlavní nádraží22 €1One-way1 change
rjx 186 · Sp 3804 · R 70812:07 PM6h03Salzburg Hbf6:10 PMPrague hlavní nádraží38 €1One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Salzburg to Prague
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from 22€. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. 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 train costs an average of 22€, and a flight costs an average of 125€.
Distance: 274 km
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Live departures
Salzburg to Prague train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Prague trains for today, Thursday, 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
925+ RJX 261+ NJ 456 | 4:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 10h17 | 3:09 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
925+ IC 406+ RJ 576 | 4:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 15h31 | 8:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
RJX13479 · RJX 261+ NJ 456 | 5:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 10h02 | 3:09 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 745+ RJX 261+ NJ 456 | 5:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 9h58 | 3:09 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 745 · IC 406+ RJ 576 | 5:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 15h12 | 8:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
967+ RJX 261+ NJ 456 | 5:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 9h47 | 3:09 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
967+ IC 406+ RJ 576 | 5:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 15h01 | 8:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
927+ RJX 261+ NJ 456 | 5:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 9h17 | 3:09 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
927+ IC 406+ RJ 576 | 5:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 14h31 | 8:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
RJX19957+ IC 406+ RJ 576 | 6:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 14h16 | 8:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
RJX19957 · RJX 261+ NJ 456 | 6:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 9h02 | 3:09 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 747 · EC 330 | 6:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 5h31 | 11:42 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
79221+ RJX 261+ NJ 456 | 6:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 8h47 | 3:09 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
79221+ IC 406+ RJ 576 | 6:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 14h01 | 8:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
929+ IC 406+ RJ 576 | 6:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 13h31 | 8:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
RJX 261+ NJ 456 | 7:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 8h02 | 3:09 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 749 · NJ 456 | 7:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 7h58 | 3:09 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
969+ IC 406+ RJ 576 | 7:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 13h01 | 8:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
931+ IC 406+ RJ 576 | 7:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 12h31 | 8:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 406+ RJ 576 | 8:30 PM Salzburg Hbf | 11h53 | 8:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
IC 843+ RJ 258 | 9:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 12h12 | 9:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJX19937+ RJ 258 | 10:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 11h16 | 9:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
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NJ 19947+ RJ 256 | 3:19 AM Salzburg Hbf | 8h04 | 11:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
NJ 19947+ RJX 254+ IC 543 | 3:19 AM Salzburg Hbf | 10h04 | 1:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
EC 463+ RJ 256 | 3:50 AM Salzburg Hbf | 7h33 | 11:23 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
EC 463+ RJX 254+ IC 543 | 3:50 AM Salzburg Hbf | 9h33 | 1:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
rjx 769 · EC 336 | 5:01 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h38 | 10:39 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJX 769 · RJX 254+ IC 543 | 5:01 AM Salzburg Hbf | 8h22 | 1:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
951+ IC 547+ RJ 252 | 5:18 AM Salzburg Hbf | 10h05 | 3:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
951+ IC 543+ RJX 254 | 5:18 AM Salzburg Hbf | 8h05 | 1:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
903+ IC 547+ RJ 252 | 5:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 9h31 | 3:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
903+ IC 543+ RJX 254 | 5:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 7h31 | 1:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
rjx 761 · Sp 3800 · R 722 | 6:01 AM Salzburg Hbf | 6h09 | 12:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
RJX 761+ IC 543+ RJX 254 | 6:01 AM Salzburg Hbf | 7h22 | 1:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 543 · rj 254 | 6:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 7h12 | 1:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJX 254+ IC 543 | 6:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 7h12 | 1:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
953+ IC 547+ RJ 252 | 6:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 9h01 | 3:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
905+ IC 547+ RJ 252 | 6:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 8h31 | 3:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
955+ IC 547+ RJ 252 | 7:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 8h01 | 3:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
907+ IC 547+ RJ 252 | 7:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 7h31 | 3:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
rjx 265 · Sp 3802 · IC 534 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 6h32 | 2:39 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
rjx 265 · Sp 3802 · R 659 · R 326 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 6h03 | 2:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
RJX19973+ RJ 252+ IC 547 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 7h16 | 3:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 547 · rj 252 | 8:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 7h12 | 3:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJ 252+ IC 547 | 8:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 7h12 | 3:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
960+ ICE 788 · 3569+ 359 | 8:39 AM Salzburg Hbf | 9h42 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
960+ ICE 786+ 84333+ 361 | 8:39 AM Salzburg Hbf | 11h42 | 8:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
960+ ICE 784 · 3577+ 363 | 8:39 AM Salzburg Hbf | 13h43 | 10:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
IC 641 · EC 334 | 10:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h28 | 3:39 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
rjx 186 · Sp 3804 · R 708 | 12:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 6h03 | 6:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 645 · rj 56 | 12:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 7h12 | 7:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJX 56+ IC 645 | 12:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 7h12 | 7:23 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
964+ ICE 784 · 3577+ 363 | 12:39 PM Salzburg Hbf | 9h43 | 10:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
IC 649 · EC 332 | 2:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 5h28 | 7:39 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
rjx 19915 · Sp 3806 · R 702 | 4:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 6h03 | 10:10 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
IC 743 · rj 52 | 4:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 7h21 | 11:32 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
RJX 52+ IC 743 | 4:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 7h21 | 11:32 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 1 change | |
79219+ RJX 261+ NJ 456 | On time 4:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 10h47 | 3:09 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Prague
Trains from Salzburg to Prague run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 22€ if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 274 km distance in 5h 28m.
Distance 274 km |
Average train duration 6h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price 22€ |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 28m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH, ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug from Salzburg to Prague trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH, ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug trains will get you between Salzburg and Prague from 22€. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | S-Bahn
ÖBB | Regionalzug
České dráhy
FAQs: Salzburg to Prague train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Prague 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 Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Prague
Most Salzburg to Prague trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Salzburg station do trains to Prague leave from?
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.
Getting to Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt train station facilities and services
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schloss Mönchstein, Hotel Villa Carlton, Hotel & Villa Auersperg.
Getting to Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn) from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn) is 3 km from Salzburg city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn) train station facilities and services
Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg, Vorplatz (Taxham Europark S-Bahn).
Which Prague station do trains from Salzburg arrive at?
Getting to Praha hlavní nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Getting to Praha Masarykovo Nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Kotleta, Café Imperial
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
Getting to Praha-Holesovice from Prague city centre
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice train station facilities and services
Praha-Holesovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
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