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Mozart's Birthplace
Birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, displaying family items, instruments, and context on his early Salzburg years.
Cheapest price on Oct 28
€113
Average ticket price on Oct 28
€131
Fastest journey on Oct 28
5 h 51 m
Average journey duration on Oct 28
6 h 8 m
Trains on Oct 28
5
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darmstadt to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darmstadt to Salzburg will cost around €131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €113.
It's difficult to get from Darmstadt to Salzburg without transferring at least once.
ICE 527+
24507+
79021
4659 · ICE 119
ICE 621+
79025+
24511
ICE 529+
24509+
79023
ICE 9556 · ICE 563 · RJX 67
ICE 9556 · ICE 563 · RJX 67
4659 · ICE 119
ICE 621+
79025+
24511
ICE 529+
24509+
79023
ICE 527+
24507+
79021Trains from Darmstadt to Salzburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €28 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 245 miles (395 km) distance in 4h 53m.
Distance 245 miles (395 km) |
Average train duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 53m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Darmstadt to Salzburg trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 527+ 79021+ 24507 | Delayed 8:25 AM 8:31 AMDarmstadt Hbf | 6h15 | 2:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9556 · ICE 563 · RJX 67 | On time 9:07 AM Darmstadt Hbf | 5h51 | 2:58 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 529+ 79023+ 24509 | Delayed 9:26 AM 9:31 AMDarmstadt Hbf | 6h15 | 3:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4659 · ICE 119 | On time 9:53 AM Darmstadt Hbf | 6h06 | 3:59 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 621+ 79025+ 24511 | Delayed 10:25 AM 10:31 AMDarmstadt Hbf | 6h15 | 4:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers |
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Birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, displaying family items, instruments, and context on his early Salzburg years.
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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 Darmstadt to Salzburg trains use the Darmstadt Hbf to Salzburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Darmstadt and Salzburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Darmstadt Hbf is 1 km from Darmstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Darmstadt Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Casa Algarve, Ristorante Mare e Monti, Rößler Eck
Wi-Fi is available at Darmstadt Hbf. ATMs are available at Darmstadt Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Darmstadt Hbf. Information desks are available at Darmstadt Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Darmstadt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Darmstadt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Darmstadt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Darmstadt Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Aspire Victory.
Darmstadt Nord is 2 km from Darmstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Darmstadt Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Schmackes, La Fezzo, Restaurant Konak Ocakbasi, Wurzlstubb
Wi-Fi is available at Darmstadt Nord. ATMs are available at Darmstadt Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Darmstadt Nord. Information desks are available at Darmstadt Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Darmstadt Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Darmstadt Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Darmstadt Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Darmstadt Nord.
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
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