The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to České Budějovice
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 43 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to České Budějovice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to České Budějovice will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 5 trains that leave Salzburg for České Budějovice on Sat, Jun 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 168 km distance in an average of 3 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 48 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.
6:11 AM3h46Salzburg9:57 AMČeské Budějovice$191One-way0 transfers
2:11 PM3h48Salzburg5:59 PMČeské Budějovice$201One-way0 transfers
8:11 AM3h34Salzburg11:45 AMČeské Budějovice$201One-way0 transfers
7:11 AM3h46Salzburg10:57 AMČeské Budějovice$201One-way0 transfers
5:11 PM3h41Salzburg8:52 PMČeské Budějovice$211One-way0 transfers
8:11 AM3h34Salzburg11:45 AMČeské Budějovice$201One-way0 transfers
5:11 PM3h41Salzburg8:52 PMČeské Budějovice$211One-way0 transfers
7:11 AM3h46Salzburg10:57 AMČeské Budějovice$201One-way0 transfers
6:11 AM3h46Salzburg9:57 AMČeské Budějovice$191One-way0 transfers
2:11 PM3h48Salzburg5:59 PMČeské Budějovice$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Salzburg to České Budějovice
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to České Budějovice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, and a bus costs an average of $17.
Distance: 104 miles (168 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price | $71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salzburg to České Budějovice:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Salzburg to České Budějovice costing on average $22 (€18).
Other travel options to České Budějovice take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 32m.
Tickets start at around $20 (€16) compared to roughly $71 (€58) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $51 (€42). The journey takes 3h 32m versus 2h 34m 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.
Live departures
Salzburg to České Budějovice train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to České Budějovice trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. 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 České Budějovice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:11 AM Salzburg | 3h46 | 10:57 AM České Budějovice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:11 AM Salzburg | 3h34 | 11:45 AM České Budějovice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:11 PM Salzburg | 3h48 | 5:59 PM České Budějovice | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to České Budějovice
Trains from Salzburg to České Budějovice run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 22:59. The fastest train covers the 104 miles (168 km) distance in 3h 34m.
Distance 104 miles (168 km) |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 34m |
First train 4:33 AM |
Last train 10:59 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | S-Bahn, České dráhy, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn from Salzburg to České Budějovice trainsÖBB | S-Bahn, České dráhy, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn trains will get you between Salzburg and České Budějovice from $17 (€14). 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 České Budějovice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to České Budějovice 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 České Budějovice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salzburg to České Budějovice
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Nádražní street
- Masné krámy
- Restaurace U Solné brány
- Outside the main entrance
- CZK 10
- Clarion Congress Hotel České Budějovice
- Grandhotel Zvon
- Hotel Budweis
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Austria, Germany, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Lines 2, 3, 5, 9
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