- 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
$85
Average price
$139
Fastest journey
8 h 29 m
Average duration
10 h 8 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
563 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kraków to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Salzburg will cost around $139 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
Of the 4 trains that leave Kraków for Salzburg on Fri, Jun 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct trains cover the 563 km distance in an average of 10 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 29 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest trains will take 11 h 34 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.
IC 417
EC 207+
IC 748
EN 40417
EC 205+
IC 740
EC 205+
IC 740
EC 207+
IC 748
IC 417
EN 40417Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $156.
Distance: 349 miles (563 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$124 Average price | $69 Average price Cheapest | $559 Average price | $182 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 14m Average total duration 9h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 38m Average total duration 12h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration Fastest 6h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Kraków to Salzburg:
A bus is $54 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kraków to Salzburg costing on average $124 (€100).
A bus is $489 (€395) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kraków to Salzburg costing on average $559 (€451).
Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 44m.
Bus takes on average 12h 8m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, PKP Intercity.
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 Kraków to Salzburg trains for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EN 40417 | 8:56 PM Kraków Główny | 11h34 | 8:30 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 417 | 8:56 PM Kraków Główny | 11h34 | 8:30 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 5 | |||||
EC 205+ IC 740 | 10:20 AM Kraków Główny | 8h29 | 6:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 207+ IC 748 | 1:56 PM Kraków Główny | 8h53 | 10:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Kraków to Salzburg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 349 miles (563 km) distance in 8h 28m.
Distance 349 miles (563 km) |
Average train duration 9h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 28m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 11:11 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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