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Schaezlerpalais
Baroque palace museum with the German Baroque Gallery and elegant historic interiors, one of Augsburg’s cultural highlights.
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Augsburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Augsburg will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 26 trains that leave Salzburg for Augsburg on Tue, Jun 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 20 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.
RJX 68 · ICE 904
RJ 112 · 57080
ICE 510+
79038
ICE 618+
79046
EC 212 · ICE 918
ICE 118
ICE 116
ICE 210
RJX 60 · ICE 1284
966Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Augsburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$46 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Salzburg to Augsburg:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Augsburg costing on average $46 (€37).
Other travel options to Augsburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 3m.
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (2h 22m by train vs 2h 39m by car). Tickets start at around $46 (€37) compared to roughly $13 (€11) 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, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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 Salzburg to Augsburg trains for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 AM Salzburg | 2h46 | 9:46 AM Augsburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:05 AM Salzburg | 2h54 | 10:59 AM Augsburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Salzburg | 2h15 | 11:15 AM Augsburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:39 PM Salzburg | 2h20 | 6:59 PM Augsburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, June 16 | |||||
ICE 618+ 79046 | On time 9:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3h22 | 12:29 AM Augsburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Salzburg to Augsburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Baroque palace museum with the German Baroque Gallery and elegant historic interiors, one of Augsburg’s cultural highlights.
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Augsburg’s grand historic boulevard, lined with fountains, churches, palaces, and lively city-center architecture.
Charming old quarter of canals, footbridges, and narrow streets, especially photogenic and popular for walks.
Central square framed by the town hall and Perlach Tower, a natural starting point for exploring Augsburg.
Soft egg noodles layered with melted cheese and topped with fried onions, a Swabian-Bavarian comfort dish widely loved in Augsburg.
Large Swabian pasta pockets traditionally filled with meat, spinach, onions, and herbs; a regional classic commonly served in broth or with buttered onions.
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Refined modern restaurant in Augsburg known for creative fine dining, polished service, and an elegant atmosphere.
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Historic vaulted restaurant beneath the town hall serving Bavarian and Swabian classics in a traditional setting popular with visitors and locals.
Moderate by German standards. Budget eats are affordable, while hotels and central restaurants cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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