The cheapest and fastest trains from Buchs to Salzburg
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
4 h 43 m
Average duration
4 h 56 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Buchs to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Buchs to Salzburg will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 4 trains that leave Buchs for Salzburg on Wed, Nov 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 277 km distance in an average of 4 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 43 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 5 h 14 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Buchs to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Buchs to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 17m. 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 €20, and a flight costs an average of €148.
Distance: 172 miles (277 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | 
|---|---|---|
€50 Average price  | €31 Average price Cheapest | €414 Average price  | 
4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time*  | 5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time*  | 8h 23m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*  | 
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions  | - CO2 emissions  | 
Direct Options  | Direct Options  | Direct Options  | 
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Buchs to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Buchs to Salzburg trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets  | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]()  | 4:17 AM Buchs | 4h45   | 9:02 AM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]()  | 6:15 AM Buchs | 4h43   | 10:58 AM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]()  | 6:19 AM Buchs | 5h14   | 11:33 AM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]()  | 8:00 AM Buchs | 5h02   | 1:02 PM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day.  | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Buchs to Salzburg
Distance 172 miles (277 km)  | 
Average train duration 4h 17m  | 
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25)  | 
Trains per day 4  | 
Direct trains 1  | 
Fastest train 4h 3m  | 
First train 00:21  | 
Last train 23:05  | 
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, EuroNight, Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Buchs to Salzburg trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, EuroNight, Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Buchs and Salzburg from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | Railjet
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.
EuroNight
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Buchs to Salzburg

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Buchs to Salzburg
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
 - 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
 - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
 
- Free
 
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Bahnhofstrasse.
 
- Restaurant Buchserhof
 - Restaurant City Buchs
 
- Outside the main entrance.
 
- CHF 1
 
- Hotel Buchserhof
 - Hotel City Buchs
 - Hotel Restaurant Landgasthof Werdenberg
 
- Located in the main hall
 
- 320 places, covered
 
- Europcar
 
- Located in the main hall
 
- Free
 
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Austria, Liechtenstein, and regional destinations
 
- Bus: Several lines available
 - Train: Connections to Zurich, Chur, and beyond
 
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
 
- Free
 
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
 
- Restaurant Imlauer
 - Stieglitz
 
- Outside the main entrance.
 
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
 
- €1
 
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
 - Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
 - H+ Hotel Salzburg
 
- Located in the main hall
 
- Located in the main hall
 
- Avis
 - Europcar
 - Hertz
 
- Located in the main hall
 
- Free
 
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
 - Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
 
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
 - S-Bahn: Line S3
 - Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
 
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking options in the vicinity.
 
- Outside the main entrance.
 
- Ramps.
 
- Free of charge
 
- Hotel Schloss Mönchstein
 - Hotel Villa Carlton
 - Hotel & Villa Auersperg
 
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
 
- Bus: Several lines available
 - S-Bahn: Line S3
 
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
 
- Free
 
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
 
- Restaurant Imlauer
 - Stieglitz
 
- Outside the main entrance.
 
- Ramps, restrooms.
 
- €1
 
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
 - Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
 - H+ Hotel Salzburg
 
- Located in the main hall
 
- Located in the main hall
 
- Avis
 - Europcar
 - Hertz
 
- Located in the main hall
 
- Free
 
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for long-distance trains
 - Hall 2: regional and S-Bahn platforms
 
- Bus: Several lines available
 - S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
 - Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
 
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