- 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
$49
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
6 h 9 m
Average duration
6 h 9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
421 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Friedberg (Hessen) to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Friedberg (Hessen) to Salzburg will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 1 trains that leave Friedberg (Hessen) for Salzburg on Thu, Jun 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct trains cover the 421 km distance in an average of 6 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 9 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest trains will take 6 h 9 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 Friedberg (Hessen) to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $382.
Distance: 261 miles (421 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$112 Average price | $424 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 1m Average total duration Fastest 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 15m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Friedberg (Hessen) to Salzburg:
A bus is $73 (€59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Friedberg (Hessen) to Salzburg costing on average $112 (€91).
A bus is $385 (€311) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Friedberg (Hessen) to Salzburg costing on average $424 (€343).
Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 15m.
Bus takes on average 8h 23m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (5h 31m by train vs 5h 33m by car). Tickets start at around $112 (€91) compared to roughly $16 (€13) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Friedberg (Hessen) to Salzburg run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€39) but you can travel from only $34 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 21:08. The fastest train covers the 261 miles (421 km) distance in 6h 9m.
Distance 261 miles (421 km) |
Average train duration 5h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€39) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 6h 9m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 9:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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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 Friedberg (Hessen) 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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