- Must visit
Städel Museum
Major fine art museum with works from Old Masters to contemporary art; one of Germany’s most important museum collections.
Cheapest price
$85
Average price
$161
Fastest journey
5 h 23 m
Average duration
5 h 33 m
Trains per day
29
Distance
409 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf will cost around $161 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
Of the 29 trains that leave Salzburg Hbf for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 409 km distance in an average of 5 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 23 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 5 h 37 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.
57002 · 59110 · ICE 1022+
79048
ICE 822+
79048
ICE 520+
79040
ICE 618+
79046
ICE 522+
79038
RJ 1296 · ICE 726
ICE 1214 · ICE 784 · ICE 24
ICE 210 · S3 · ICE 788 · ICE 28
ICE 118 · S3 · ICE 786 · ICE 26
EC 114 · ICE 782 · ICE 22Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $228.
Distance: 254 miles (409 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$123 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $394 Average price | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf:
A bus is $79 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $123 (€101).
A bus is $350 (€287) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $394 (€323).
Other travel options to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 51m.
Bus takes on average 6h 59m.
Tickets start at around $123 (€101) compared to roughly $21 (€17) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-101.88 (€-83.46). The journey takes 6h 51m versus 5h 16m 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 Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
79000+ ICE 728 | On time 3:47 AM Salzburg Hbf | 6h15 | 10:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
79004+ ICE 726 | On time 5:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 11:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 1296 · ICE 726 | On time 5:39 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h23 | 11:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
79010+ ICE 724 | On time 6:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 12:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S 2 · 27086 · 27004 · ICE 724 | On time 6:08 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h54 | 12:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
79012+ ICE 568 · ICE 770 | On time 6:46 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h54 | 12:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 260 · ICE 566 · ICE 578 | On time 9:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h40 | 2:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
79020+ ICE 628 | On time 9:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 3:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 210 · S3 · ICE 788 · ICE 28 | On time 10:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h37 | 3:37 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 210 | On time 10:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h44 | 3:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
79022+ ICE 626 | On time 10:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 4:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 262 · ICE 564 · ICE 576 | On time 11:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h40 | 4:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
79024+ ICE 624 | On time 11:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 5:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 118 · ECE 4 | On time 12:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 5h40 | 5:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 118 · S3 · ICE 786 · ICE 26 | On time 12:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 5h37 | 5:37 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 60 · ICE 562 · ICE 574 | On time 1:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 5h40 | 6:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
79030+ ICE 620 | 1:05 PM Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 7:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 116 | On time 2:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 5h44 | 7:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1214 · ICE 784 · ICE 24 | On time 2:04 PM Salzburg Hbf | 5h33 | 7:37 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
79032+ ICE 528 | On time 2:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 5h55 | 8:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 62 · ICE 266 · ICE 572 | On time 3:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 5h40 | 8:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
79034+ ICE 526 | On time 3:05 PM Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 9:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 114 · ICE 782 · ICE 22 | 4:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 5h37 | 9:37 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
79036+ ICE 524 | On time 4:05 PM Salzburg Hbf | 5h57 | 10:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
79038+ ICE 522 | On time 5:05 PM Salzburg Hbf | 6h00 | 11:05 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
79040+ ICE 520 | On time 6:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 5h56 | 12:03 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
79046+ ICE 618 | 9:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 7h31 | 4:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Salzburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:55, the last at 20:55. The fastest train covers the 254 miles (409 km) distance in 5h 2m.
Distance 254 miles (409 km) |
Average train duration 6h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 2m |
First train 1:55 AM |
Last train 8:55 PM |
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Major fine art museum with works from Old Masters to contemporary art; one of Germany’s most important museum collections.
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Historic square at the heart of the old town, lined with reconstructed timber houses and major civic landmarks.
Rebuilt old town quarter between Römer and the cathedral, popular for its picturesque lanes and heritage-inspired architecture.
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Prices are high by German standards, especially near the station and city center, but supermarkets and casual eateries help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés and for hotel staff.
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