The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Ceske Budejovice
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Ceske Budejovice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Ceske Budejovice will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
It's difficult to get from Salzburg to Ceske Budejovice without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Salzburg to Ceske Budejovice
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Ceske Budejovice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. 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 €22, and a train costs an average of €45.
Distance: 104 miles (168 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€55 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest |
4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Ceske Budejovice train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Ceske Budejovice trains for today, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:11 AM Salzburg | 3h46 | 9:57 AM Ceske Budejovice | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Salzburg to Ceske Budejovice trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs ÖBB | S-Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ÖBB | S-Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) or Westbahn to find the best option for your trip from Salzburg to Ceske Budejovice.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare ÖBB | S-Bahn with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Salzburg to Ceske Budejovice.
Why book with Omio over Rome2rio or Wanderu?
- Official reseller: ÖBB | S-Bahn tickets can only be bought on Omio or ÖBB | S-Bahn's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for ÖBB | S-Bahn tickets. Rome2rio or Wanderu do not sell ÖBB | S-Bahn tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Salzburg to Ceske Budejovice.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Ceske Budejovice
Trains from Salzburg to Ceske Budejovice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€45) but you can travel from only $28 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:05, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 104 miles (168 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 104 miles (168 km) |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€45) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 08:05 |
Last train 20:05 |
Train companies: ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn from Salzburg to Ceske Budejovice trainsÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn trains will get you between Salzburg and Ceske Budejovice from $28 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Salzburg to Ceske Budejovice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Ceske Budejovice 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 Ceske Budejovice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salzburg to Ceske Budejovice
- 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
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