- 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
$119
Average price
$175
Fastest journey
8 h 39 m
Average duration
9 h 55 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
678 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eindhoven to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Eindhoven to Salzburg will cost around $175 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $119.
Of the 3 trains that leave Eindhoven for Salzburg on Tue, Jun 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 678 km distance in an average of 9 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 39 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 10 h 38 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eindhoven to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, and a train costs an average of $60.
Distance: 421 miles (678 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$153 Average price | $146 Average price | $80 Average price Cheapest | $190 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration Fastest 4h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 5m Average total duration 13h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Eindhoven to Salzburg:
A bus is $66 (€54) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Eindhoven to Salzburg costing on average $146 (€118).
A bus is $73 (€59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Eindhoven to Salzburg costing on average $153 (€124).
Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 14m.
Bus takes on average 13h 35m.
The journey is about 3h 11m faster (5h 14m by train vs 8h 25m by car) and roughly $37 (€30) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($153 (€124) vs $190 (€154)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Eindhoven to Salzburg trains for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 3521 · 20073 · 10617 · IC 2013 | 8:19 AM Eindhoven station | 10h27 | 6:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 5 transfers | |
IC 3525 · 20075 · ICE 625+ 79033 | 9:19 AM Eindhoven station | 9h27 | 6:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3525 · 20075 · 10619 · ICE 29 | On time 9:19 AM Eindhoven station | 10h40 | 7:59 PM Salzburg Hbf | 5 transfers | |
IC 3529 · 20077 · ICE 627+ 79037 | 10:19 AM Eindhoven station | 9h27 | 7:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 3529 · 20077 · 10621 · ICE 1644 | On time 10:19 AM Eindhoven station | 10h42 | 9:01 PM Salzburg Hbf | 6 transfers |
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Trains from Eindhoven to Salzburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€48) but you can travel from only $54 (€44) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 421 miles (678 km) distance in 8h 39m.
Distance 421 miles (678 km) |
Average train duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€48) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 39m |
First train 12:19 AM |
Last train 11:08 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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