The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg Hbf to Zurich HB
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$112
Fastest journey
5 h 24 m
Average duration
5 h 58 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
341 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Zurich HB 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 Zurich HB will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 3 trains that leave Salzburg Hbf for Zurich HB on Mon, Feb 02, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Feb 02 the direct trains cover the 341 km distance in an average of 5 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 24 m .
On Mon, Feb 02 the slowest trains will take 6 h 41 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.
EN 40462
RJX 366
79000+
EC 198
RJX 366
EN 40462
79000+
EC 198Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Salzburg Hbf to Zurich HB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg Hbf to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €130.
Distance: 211 miles (341 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€102 Average price | €45 Average price Cheapest | €417 Average price |
6h 14m Average total duration Fastest 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 47m Average total duration 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 45m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Salzburg Hbf to Zurich HB train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg Hbf to Zurich HB trains for today, Sunday, February 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:56 PM Salzburg Hbf | 11h55 | 5:51 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, February 2 | |||||
EN 40462 | 1:30 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h50 | 7:20 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
79000+ EC 198 | 2:47 AM Salzburg Hbf | 6h41 | 9:28 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
RJX 366 | 4:56 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h24 | 10:20 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Salzburg Hbf to Zurich HB trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs ÖBB?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ÖBB, but also compare tickets for the likes of Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) or EuroNight to find the best option for your trip from Salzburg Hbf to Zurich HB.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare ÖBB with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Salzburg Hbf to Zurich HB.
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- Official reseller: ÖBB tickets can only be bought on Omio or ÖBB's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for ÖBB tickets. Trainline or Wanderu do not sell ÖBB tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Salzburg Hbf to Zurich HB.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg Hbf to Zurich HB
Trains from Salzburg Hbf to Zurich HB run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€35) but you can travel from only $38 (€30) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 17:56. The fastest train covers the 211 miles (341 km) distance in 5h 24m.
Distance 211 miles (341 km) |
Average train duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€35) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 00:30 |
Last train 17:56 |
Train companies: ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet, Westbahn from Salzburg Hbf to Zurich HB trainsÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet, Westbahn trains will get you between Salzburg Hbf and Zurich HB from $38 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB Nightjet
Westbahn
EuroNight
FAQs: Trains from Salzburg Hbf to Zurich HB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg Hbf to Zurich HB 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 Zurich HB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salzburg Hbf to Zurich HB
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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