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Outstanding automobile museum by Audi with historic cars, concept models, and rotating exhibitions. A top choice for design, engineering, and brand history.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Ingolstadt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Ingolstadt will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
It's difficult to get from Salzburg to Ingolstadt without transferring at least once.
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Trains from Salzburg to Ingolstadt run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (161 km) distance in 2h 18m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Salzburg to Ingolstadt.
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Ingolstadt trains for today, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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EC 212 · ICE 880 | On time 8:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h54 | 10:54 AM Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 260 · 4014 | On time 9:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h51 | 11:51 AM Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
79020+ 59094 | 9:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h20 | 12:25 PM Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 210 · ICE 788 | On time 10:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h54 | 12:54 PM Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 262 · 4020 | On time 11:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h51 | 1:51 PM Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 transfer |
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Trains from Salzburg to Ingolstadt with Deutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, and EuroNight. Night trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn, EuroNight, and ÖBB. High-speed trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB. Regional trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, and ÖBB. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Outstanding automobile museum by Audi with historic cars, concept models, and rotating exhibitions. A top choice for design, engineering, and brand history.
Major military history museum in the New Castle, presenting Bavarian and wider European military collections in a landmark historic setting.
Well-regarded museum tracing medicine from early practice to modern science. Its herb garden and historic anatomy context add extra appeal.
Central square lined with historic buildings, arcades, and the old town’s main civic landmarks. It is the natural starting point for a city walk.
Popular riverside green area for walking and relaxing near the old town. It offers open Danube views and easy access to several landmarks.
Historic old-town district with compact lanes, churches, gates, and museums. It is the best area for experiencing Ingolstadt’s layered history on foot.
Schäufele is slow-roasted pork shoulder with crisp crackling, common in Bavarian inns and prized for rich gravy and tender meat.
Weißwurst is a mild veal and pork sausage traditionally eaten before noon with sweet mustard, a classic Bavarian breakfast dish.
Schweinsbraten is Bavarian roast pork served with dark beer gravy and dumplings, a staple of local family and beer hall meals.
Elegant fine dining restaurant offering modern seasonal cuisine and polished service in a refined contemporary atmosphere.
Established restaurant in a historic setting, appreciated for regional German cooking and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
Historic Bavarian beer hall near the old town, known for roast pork, sausages, dumplings, and local beer in a lively traditional setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is reasonable. Tourist costs are lower than Munich but above smaller Bavarian towns.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is common. In taxis, round up the fare. In cafes, leave small change or round up.
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Ingolstadt Hbf -> Rathausplatz, Ingolstadt
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Ingolstadt 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 Ingolstadt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salzburg to Ingolstadt trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Ingolstadt Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Ingolstadt Nord. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Ingolstadt train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Ingolstadt Hbf is 2 km from Ingolstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Ingolstadt Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Nave Pizzaservice, Pizzeria Romi, China Restaurant Ten Eins, Romeo e Giulietta
Wi-Fi is available at Ingolstadt Hbf. ATMs are available at Ingolstadt Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Ingolstadt Hbf. Information desks are available at Ingolstadt Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Ingolstadt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ingolstadt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ingolstadt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ingolstadt Hbf.
Ingolstadt Nord is 1 km from Ingolstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Ingolstadt Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Michelangelo, Goldener Drache - Schnellrestaurant, Our place, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi is available at Ingolstadt Nord. ATMs are available at Ingolstadt Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Ingolstadt Nord. Information desks are available at Ingolstadt Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Ingolstadt Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ingolstadt Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ingolstadt Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ingolstadt Nord.
Ingolstadt Audi is 3 km from Ingolstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Ingolstadt Audi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Shell, Café A51, Betriebsgastronomie, A51
Wi-Fi is available at Ingolstadt Audi. ATMs are available at Ingolstadt Audi.
Ticket office support is available at Ingolstadt Audi. Information desks are available at Ingolstadt Audi.
Luggage storage is available at Ingolstadt Audi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ingolstadt Audi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ingolstadt Audi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ingolstadt Audi.
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