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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Salzburg
Cheapest price
$362
Average price
$362
Fastest journey
1 d 3 h 49 m
Average duration
1 d 3 h 49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Salzburg will cost around $362 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $362.
It's difficult to get from Barcelona to Salzburg without transferring at least 3 times.
8:14 AM27h49Barcelona12:03 PMSalzburg$3621One-way3 transfers
- 8:14 AM27h49Barcelona12:03 PMSalzburg$3621One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $74. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $74, and a train costs an average of $362.
Distance: 694 miles (1117 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$378 Average price | $282 Average price | $120 Average price Cheapest | $143 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
29h 55m Average total duration 29h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 30m Average total duration 25h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 3.3 - 6.7kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Barcelona to Salzburg:
A bus is $162 (€131) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Salzburg costing on average $282 (€228).
A bus is $258 (€209) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Salzburg costing on average $378 (€306).
Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 25h 0m.
Train takes on average 29h 25m.
Tickets start at around $378 (€306) compared to roughly $143 (€116) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-235.20 (€-190.15). The journey takes 29h 25m versus 15h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Barcelona to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Salzburg trains for today, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:14 AM Barcelona | 27h49 | 12:03 PM Salzburg | 3 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Barcelona to Salzburg
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Trains from Barcelona to Salzburg run on average 1 times per day, taking around 29h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $362 (€293) but you can travel from only $64 (€51) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 18:50. The fastest train covers the 694 miles (1117 km) distance in 27h 49m.
Distance 694 miles (1117 km) |
Average train duration 29h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $362 (€293) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 27h 49m |
First train 5:35 AM |
Last train 6:50 PM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Renfe Viajeros from Barcelona to Salzburg trainsRenfe Viajeros trains will get you between Barcelona and Salzburg from $64 (€51). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barcelona to Salzburg
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