- Must visit
Mozart's Birthplace
Museum in the house where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born, displaying period rooms, instruments, and biographical exhibits.
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg Hbf to Salzburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg Hbf to Salzburg Hbf will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
It's difficult to get from Nuremberg Hbf to Salzburg Hbf without transferring at least once.
ICE 723+
79043
ICE 603+
79045
ICE 527+
79021
ICE 529+
79023
ICE 725+
79045
ICE 629 · IC 406
ICE 985 · ICE 1211
ICE 581 · RJX 65
ICE 583 · RJX 67
ICE 585 · RJX 69Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg Hbf to Salzburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $187.
Distance: 144 miles (232 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$68 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $540 Average price | $58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nuremberg Hbf to Salzburg Hbf:
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg Hbf to Salzburg Hbf costing on average $68 (€56).
A bus is $515 (€423) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nuremberg Hbf to Salzburg Hbf costing on average $540 (€444).
Other travel options to Salzburg Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 42m.
Flight takes on average 4h 57m.
Tickets start at around $68 (€56) compared to roughly $58 (€48) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-9.19 (€-7.56). The journey takes 3h 18m versus 3h 6m 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.
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 Nuremberg Hbf to Salzburg Hbf trains for today, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 827+ 79011 | Delayed 5:09 AM 7:06 AMNuremberg Hbf | 3h40 | 10:46 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 827 · RJX 63 | Delayed 5:09 AM 7:06 AMNuremberg Hbf | 3h52 | 10:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 827+ 965 | Delayed 5:09 AM 7:06 AMNuremberg Hbf | 6h15 | 1:21 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 827+ 967 | Delayed 5:09 AM 7:06 AMNuremberg Hbf | 10h15 | 5:21 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 521+ RE5 | Delayed 6:23 AM 7:59 AMNuremberg Hbf | 3h47 | 11:46 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 521+ RE5 | Delayed 6:23 AM 8:04 AMNuremberg Hbf | 3h42 | 11:46 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 521 · EC 115 | Delayed 6:23 AM 8:04 AMNuremberg Hbf | 3h55 | 11:59 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 521+ 967 | Delayed 6:23 AM 8:04 AMNuremberg Hbf | 9h17 | 5:21 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 521+ 965 | Delayed 6:23 AM 8:04 AMNuremberg Hbf | 5h17 | 1:21 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 501+ 79013 | On time 8:12 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h34 | 11:46 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 501+ RE5 | On time 8:12 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h34 | 11:46 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 501 · EC 115 | On time 8:12 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h47 | 11:59 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 501+ 965 | On time 8:12 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 5h09 | 1:21 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 501+ 967 | On time 8:12 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 9h09 | 5:21 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1501 · EC 115 | Delayed 6:27 AM 8:25 AMNuremberg Hbf | 3h34 | 11:59 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1501+ 967 | Delayed 6:27 AM 8:25 AMNuremberg Hbf | 8h56 | 5:21 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1501+ 965 | Delayed 6:27 AM 8:25 AMNuremberg Hbf | 4h56 | 1:21 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 701+ 967 | On time 8:59 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 8h22 | 5:21 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 701+ 965 | On time 8:59 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h22 | 1:21 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 523+ 79015 | Delayed 7:07 AM 9:01 AMNuremberg Hbf | 3h45 | 12:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 523+ 965 | Delayed 7:07 AM 9:01 AMNuremberg Hbf | 4h20 | 1:21 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 523+ 967 | Delayed 7:07 AM 9:01 AMNuremberg Hbf | 8h20 | 5:21 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1003 · RJX 65 | On time 9:25 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h33 | 12:58 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 783 · ICE 1215 | On time 10:29 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h26 | 1:55 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 527+ 79021 | On time 11:01 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h45 | 2:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 583 · RJX 67 | 11:29 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h29 | 2:58 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 505+ 79023 | On time 11:55 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h51 | 3:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 529+ 79023 | On time 12:01 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h45 | 3:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 621+ 79025 | On time 1:01 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h45 | 4:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 621 · RJX 69 | On time 1:01 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h57 | 4:58 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1007 · RJX 69 | 1:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h33 | 4:58 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 787 · S5 · ICE 211 | On time 2:29 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h30 | 5:59 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 625+ 79033 | On time 3:01 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h45 | 6:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1009 · RJX 261 | On time 3:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h33 | 6:58 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 587 · RJX 261 | On time 3:29 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h29 | 6:58 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 627+ 79037 | On time 4:01 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h45 | 7:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 789 · EC 213 | On time 4:29 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h30 | 7:59 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 629 · IC 406 | On time 5:01 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h25 | 8:26 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 589 · RJ 1293 | On time 5:29 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h32 | 9:01 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 721+ 79041 | 6:01 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h41 | 9:42 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 723+ 79043 | On time 7:01 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h44 | 10:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 603+ 79045 | On time 7:55 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h50 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 725+ 79045 | On time 8:01 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h44 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1603+ 79047 | 8:25 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h17 | 12:42 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 883+ 79047 | On time 8:29 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h13 | 12:42 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 727+ 79047 | On time 9:01 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h41 | 12:42 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 729+ 79049 | 10:01 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h46 | 1:47 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 821+ 79569 · 79001 | On time 11:01 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 7h32 | 6:33 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 821+ 79569+ 27077 · 27081 | On time 11:01 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 7h27 | 6:28 AM Salzburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| Monday, July 13 | |||||
NJ 40491+ RE5 | 4:17 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h29 | 8:46 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4001 · RJX 61 | On time 5:09 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h49 | 8:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 985 · ICE 1211 | On time 6:30 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h25 | 9:55 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Salzburg Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:17, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 144 miles (232 km) distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 144 miles (232 km) |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 2:17 AM |
Last train 8:05 PM |
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Museum in the house where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born, displaying period rooms, instruments, and biographical exhibits.
Baroque museum complex linking the cathedral, Residence state rooms, and galleries; one of the city’s richest historic art experiences.
Contemporary and modern art museum with venues on Mönchsberg and in the Altstadt; valued for exhibitions and panoramic city views.
Salzburg’s most famous shopping street, lined with historic facades and ornate guild signs; lively and essential for first-time visitors.
Formal gardens beside Mirabell Palace with geometric flower beds, sculptures, and classic photo spots.
Wooded hill above the Old Town with walking paths, viewpoints, and dramatic perspectives over church domes and the fortress.
A classic Salzburg dessert made from a light, fluffy soufflé, traditionally shaped like the city’s surrounding hills. It is one of Salzburg’s signature sweet specialties.
Soft egg noodles tossed with melted alpine cheese and topped with fried onions. This hearty Austrian comfort dish is especially popular in Salzburg and the surrounding region.
A thin, breaded and fried veal cutlet served with lemon and potatoes or salad. It is a staple of Austrian cuisine and widely enjoyed in Salzburg.
A well-known traditional inn near the old town, especially recognized for Austrian comfort food, generous portions, and a cozy local feel.
A historic and refined restaurant known for classic Austrian cuisine, elegant dining rooms, and a landmark setting in the old town.
A long-running Salzburg restaurant popular for regional Austrian dishes, beer, and a relaxed tavern-style setting close to the center.
Prices are high by Central European standards, especially near the station and in the old town, but budget snacks and supermarket meals are available.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafes and taxis; in restaurants, about 5-10% is polite for good service, given directly when paying.
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Salzburg Hbf, Salzburg -> Salzburg Altstadt, Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg Hbf to Salzburg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nuremberg Hbf to Salzburg Hbf trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to Salzburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg Hbf and Salzburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg 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: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Hbf: Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
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