4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Madrid
Cheapest price
$658
Average price
$658
Fastest journey
1 d 12 h 5 m
Average duration
1 d 12 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1564 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Madrid will cost around $658 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $658.
It's difficult to get from Salzburg to Madrid without transferring at least 5 times.
3:47 AM36h05Salzburg3:52 PMMadrid$6581One-way5 transfers
- 3:47 AM36h05Salzburg3:52 PMMadrid$6581One-way5 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Salzburg to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $80. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.6 - 3.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $80, and a train costs an average of $658.
Distance: 971 miles (1564 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$658 Average price | $525 Average price | $157 Average price Cheapest | $562 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
36h 35m Average total duration 36h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 30h 38m Average total duration 30h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 4.7 - 9.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Madrid:
A bus is $368 (€297) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg to Madrid costing on average $525 (€424).
A bus is $501 (€404) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Madrid costing on average $658 (€531).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 30h 8m.
Train takes on average 36h 5m.
Tickets start at around $658 (€531) compared to roughly $562 (€454) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-95.52 (€-77.11). The journey takes 36h 5m versus 21h 8m 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 Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Madrid trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:47 AM Salzburg | 36h05 | 3:52 PM Madrid | 5 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Salzburg to Madrid
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Trains from Salzburg to Madrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 36h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $658 (€531) but you can travel from only $80 (€64) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 17:35. The fastest train covers the 971 miles (1564 km) distance in 36h 5m.
Distance 971 miles (1564 km) |
Average train duration 36h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $658 (€531) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 36h 5m |
First train 5:55 AM |
Last train 5:35 PM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Meridian, BOB & BRB from Salzburg to Madrid trainsMeridian, BOB & BRB trains will get you between Salzburg and Madrid from $80 (€64). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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