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The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Aarau

Showing times and prices for Jul 18

Cheapest price

$204

Average price

$204

Fastest journey

6 h 9 m

Average duration

6 h 9 m

Trains per day

Distance

378 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Aarau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Salzburg to Aarau will cost around $204 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $204.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Salzburg to Aarau without transferring at least 2 times.

05:56AM6h09

Salzburg

12:05PMAarau

$2041One-way

2 transfers

07:56AM6h09

Salzburg

02:05PMAarau

$2041One-way

2 transfers

09:56AM6h09

Salzburg

04:05PMAarau

$2041One-way

2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train for Salzburg to Aarau

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Aarau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €55.

Distance: 234 miles (377 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus
€102 Average price	€40 Average price Cheapest
6h 17m Average total duration Fastest 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Salzburg to Aarau

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Switzerland

Trains from Salzburg to Aarau run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $68 (€55) but you can travel from only $40 (€32) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $40 (€32)

Distance

234 miles (377 km)

Average train duration

5h 47m

Cheapest ticket price

$68 (€55)

Trains per day

Fastest train

6h 5m

First train

04:56

Last train

22:13

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $40 (€32)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB and Westbahn from Salzburg to Aarau trains

You can travel by train between Salzburg and Aarau with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB and Westbahn for as low as $149 (€120). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Train information from Salzburg to Aarau with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 6 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: $160

Westbahn is a train company based in Austria, offering services throughout the country. It operates a fleet of modern, comfortable trains, including the EuroCity, InterCity, and RailJet. The EuroCity is a high-speed train that connects major cities in Austria, while the InterCity is a regional train that stops at smaller towns and villages. Westbahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Passengers can also purchase tickets online or at the station. The most popular routes for Westbahn include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz. All of these routes offer frequent departures throughout the day, making it easy to find a convenient time to travel.

Westbahn from Salzburg to Aarau train information:

Average Duration: 6 h 26 min
Cheapest Price: $182
Westbahn frequency: 1 a day

ÖBB Railjet is a high-speed train service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). It is one of the most popular train services in Austria, offering fast and comfortable journeys between major cities. There are three types of Railjet trains: the Railjet Comfort, the Railjet Business, and the Railjet First Class. The Railjet service operates on several popular routes, including Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz. Tickets can be purchased online or at the station, and there are several types of tickets available, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. With its modern trains, comfortable seating, and convenient ticketing options, ÖBB Railjet is the perfect way to explore Austria.

Salzburg to Aarau train information with ÖBB | Railjet:

Average Duration: 6 h 9 min
Cheapest Price: $165
ÖBB | Railjet frequency: 5 a day

FAQs: Trains from Salzburg to Aarau

FAQs: Travel by train from Salzburg to Aarau easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Salzburg to Aarau.

Cheap train tickets from Salzburg to Aarau can start from as little as $1 (€1) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Salzburg to Aarau is $202 (€163); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Salzburg to Aarau train time is 6 h 9 min covering the 234 mile (377 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Salzburg to Aarau leaves at 3: 07 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Salzburg to Aarau leaves at 10: 13 PM.

There are 12 trains a day from Salzburg to Aarau which require at least one change with ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB | Railjet. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Aarau. Take the fast train with ÖBB | Railjet from Salzburg to Aarau.

Take the Salzburg to Aarau train with ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB | Railjet. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey between Salzburg and Aarau as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 13 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Salzburg to Aarau is October.

Yes, you can take a train to Aarau from Salzburg.