Trains from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main
The cheapest trains
from Salzburg
to Frankfurt am Main
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $ 111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 44.
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Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main
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The fastest trains
from Salzburg
to Frankfurt am Main
Fastest Journey
5 h 4 m
Average
6 h 14 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
409 km
Of the 32 train that leave Salzburg for Frankfurt am Main every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct train cover the 409 km distance in an average of 6 h 14 m but if you time it right, some train will get you there in just 5 h 4 m .
The slowest train will take 10 h 32 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.
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Journey Summary
Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main Train Information
| Avg. Train Duration: | 7 hours 43 minutes | |
| Train Ticket Price: | $28 | |
| Trains depart from: | Salzburg | |
| Trains arrive in: | Frankfurt am Main | |
| Distance: | 409 km | |
| Train Companies: | Deutsche Bahn with connection, Deutsche Bahn |
Trains from Salzburg to Frankfurt
Taking the train is a great way to travel from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main. DB offers 4-5 direct rail connections between the two cities during the week, and 3-5 departures at weekends, while indirect services with 1-2 stops are also good options. Journey times will typically range between 5 hours 5 minutes and 9 hours.
Which train companies travel from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main?
Trains between Salzburg and Frankfurt are provided by Deutsche Bahn (DB), and there are no other operators on the route. DB offers a mix of direct and indirect services.
How long is the train from Salzburg to Frankfurt?
Passengers can expect direct trains from Salzburg to get to Frankfurt am Main in around 5 hours 40 minutes. However, these services may not be the fastest available. Indirect journey times vary from 5 hours 5 minutes to over 9 hours, and many are faster than direct trains.
How many trains are there from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main?
There's no shortage of trains to Frankfurt from Salzburg. Passengers can choose from 3-5 direct options every day of the week, with services leaving around breakfast, mid-morning, and mid-afternoon. 10-15 indirect services leave daily as well, offering a wider range of departure times. A change in Munich will usually be needed.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main?
Departure train station: Trains to Frankfurt will depart from Salzburg's Hauptbahnhof. The main station lies at the intersection of Salzburg's three S-Bahn lines, providing easy access from all directions. Local trolley buses are a good alternative for those coming from the city center. Numerous buses serve the station, including the 23, 25, and 27. Leave 10 minutes to travel from Hanuschplatz Zentrum. The station hosts plenty of stores and cafes, as well as free wifi for all passengers.
Arrival train station: Trains from Salzburg will arrive at Frankfurt's Hauptbahnhof. From there, the best route into town is probably via the U-Bahn, which runs almost 24/7 (there's a 90-minute gap in the middle of the night). U5 (Green) and U4 (Pink) are good options, stopping at numerous popular spots. Those wishing to continue to the airport can transfer to S-Bahn lines S8 and S9. They take just 11 minutes to reach the airport and leave every 15 minutes.
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