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Regional Museum Maribor
Regional museum inside Maribor Castle with archaeology, decorative arts, fashion, and city history. It is the essential museum for understanding Maribor.
Cheapest price
zł120
Average price
zł193
Fastest journey
5 h 9 m
Average duration
5 h 14 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Maribor is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Maribor will cost around zł193 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł120.
Of the 5 trains that leave Salzburg for Maribor on Thu, Aug 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 241 km distance in an average of 5 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 9 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 5 h 19 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.










Trains from Salzburg to Maribor run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł120 but you can travel from only zł72 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 149 miles (241 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 149 miles (241 km) |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price zł120 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 5m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Maribor trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:11 AM Salzburg | 5h19 | 9:30 AM Maribor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:11 AM Salzburg | 5h19 | 10:30 AM Maribor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:07 AM Salzburg | 5h09 | 2:16 PM Maribor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:07 AM Salzburg | 5h09 | 3:16 PM Maribor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:11 PM Salzburg | 5h15 | 8:26 PM Maribor | 0 transfersDirect |
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Regional museum inside Maribor Castle with archaeology, decorative arts, fashion, and city history. It is the essential museum for understanding Maribor.
Contemporary art museum with strong Slovenian and international exhibitions. It is the city’s leading venue for modern visual culture.
Photography focused gallery run by UGM, hosting current exhibitions in a compact, central venue. A good stop for contemporary image based art.
Lively central square lined with historic buildings and the plague column. It is the best starting point for exploring the old town on foot.
Historic riverside district with narrow lanes, old houses, and the famous vine area. It offers some of the city’s most atmospheric walks.
Pyramid Hill viewpoint above the center, reached by a pleasant walk. It rewards visitors with one of the best panoramic views over Maribor.
A festive yeasted rolled cake with walnut filling, celebrated across Slovenia and common at holidays and family gatherings.
A layered cake from nearby Prekmurje with poppy seeds, walnuts, apples, quark, and cream. It is one of Slovenia’s most iconic desserts.
Buckwheat porridge or spoon dish, often enriched with cracklings or mushrooms. It is a rustic Styrian staple tied to local farm cooking.
Refined tasting menus and modern Slovenian cuisine in an elegant setting. A leading fine dining destination in Maribor.
Traditional Slovenian inn known for hearty regional dishes, local wine, and a warm rustic atmosphere near the city center.
Well-known restaurant serving grilled meats, seafood, and Slovenian classics in a polished but relaxed setting.
Moderate for Slovenia. Hotels are usually cheaper than major capitals; dining and local transit are fairly priced for visitors.
Tipping is appreciated but not required. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up for taxis and small cafe bills.
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Maribor Railway Station -> Glavni trg, Maribor
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Maribor 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 Maribor, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salzburg to Maribor trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Maribor station pair. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Maribor 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.
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) 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, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Maribor is 1 km from Maribor city centre. Public transport options include:
Maribor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Pri Florjanu, Gostilna Maribor
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Maribor. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Maribor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maribor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Maribor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maribor: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel City Maribor, Hotel Orel, Hotel Piramida.
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