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DomQuartier Salzburg
A museum complex linking the Cathedral, Residenz state rooms, galleries, and terraces. It is one of the best places to understand Salzburg’s prince-archbishop history and baroque heritage.
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
114 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich Hbf to Salzburg Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich Hbf to Salzburg Airport will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 2 trains that leave Munich Hbf for Salzburg Airport on Fri, Jun 26, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct trains cover the 114 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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 Munich Hbf to Salzburg Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 70 miles (114 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $1 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Munich Hbf to Salzburg Airport:
A bus is $14 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich Hbf to Salzburg Airport costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Salzburg Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 49m.
You'll arrive about 33m sooner (1h 45m by train vs 2h 18m by car). Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $1 (€0.91) 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Westbahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, ÖBB.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Munich Hbf to Salzburg Airport trains for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:15 AM Munich Hbf | 1h44 | 8:59 AM Salzburg Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Munich Hbf to Salzburg Airport run on average 28 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 16:48. The fastest train covers the 70 miles (114 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 70 miles (114 km) |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 6:15 AM |
Last train 4:48 PM |
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Austria is pricier than many nearby countries. Airport food and drinks cost more than in town, while city restaurants are moderate to expensive.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service; round up for taxis. Small tips are appreciated in cafes and bars.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich Hbf to Salzburg Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Munich Hbf to Salzburg Airport trains use the München Hbf to Salzburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Munich Hbf and Salzburg Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
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