- Must visit
Mozart's Birthplace
Historic townhouse museum on Getreidegasse where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in 1756, displaying original rooms, instruments, and family memorabilia.
Cheapest price
$162
Average price
$178
Fastest journey
6 h 31 m
Average duration
6 h 50 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
591 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Salzburg will cost around $178 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $162.
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Salzburg without transferring at least once.
ICE 103 · ICE 593 · ICE 583 · RJX 67
ICE 915+
79023
ICE 515+
79025
ICE 103 · ICE 593 · ICE 583 · RJX 67
ICE 915+
79023
ICE 515+
79025Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $88.
Distance: 367 miles (591 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$149 Average price | $230 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $151 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 4m Average total duration 11h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Salzburg:
A bus is $86 (€70) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Salzburg costing on average $149 (€121).
A bus is $168 (€137) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Salzburg costing on average $230 (€188).
Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 5m.
Bus takes on average 11h 34m.
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Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Salzburg trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 103 · ICE 593 · ICE 583 · RJX 67 | On time 8:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h31 | 2:58 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 915+ 79023 | On time 9:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h40 | 3:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 515+ 79025 | On time 9:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h20 | 4:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Salzburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€31) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 367 miles (591 km) distance in 6h 36m.
Distance 367 miles (591 km) |
Average train duration 9h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€31) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 36m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
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Historic townhouse museum on Getreidegasse where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in 1756, displaying original rooms, instruments, and family memorabilia.
Baroque museum complex linking the State Rooms, Cathedral Museum, and St. Peter’s areas, offering a strong introduction to Salzburg’s princely-archiepiscopal history.
Museum in the Mozart family’s later Salzburg home with exhibitions on Mozart’s life, manuscripts, and historical instruments.
Salzburg’s most famous old-town shopping street, known for wrought-iron guild signs, narrow passageways, and Mozart associations.
Formal palace gardens with geometric flower beds, statues, and iconic views toward the fortress; especially popular for photos.
Wooded hill with panoramic walking paths and classic viewpoints over the old town, popular for sunsets and elevated city photos.
A famous Salzburg dessert of sweet soufflé-like dumplings, traditionally baked to resemble the city’s surrounding hills. It is one of Salzburg’s signature specialties.
Small Alpine egg dumplings tossed with melted cheese and topped with fried onions. A hearty Austrian dish commonly eaten in Salzburg and the surrounding region.
Breaded and fried veal cutlet served with lemon and potato salad or parsley potatoes. While associated with Austria broadly, it is a classic dish widely enjoyed in Salzburg.
A famous traditional beer hall with a lively local atmosphere, house beer, and classic Austrian dishes served in a communal setting.
Historic restaurant in the St. Peter district, known for refined Austrian cuisine, elegant dining rooms, and a long culinary tradition.
Established traditional restaurant near the old town, appreciated for Salzburg and Austrian specialties in a cozy, rustic setting.
Prices are high by Central European standards, especially for hotels and tourist-area dining, though bakeries and lunch specials help cut costs.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis; in restaurants, 5-10% is common for good service by handing the total directly to the server.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.

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