The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Ostrava
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
6 h 2 m
Average duration
6 h 3 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
445 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Ostrava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Ostrava will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 6 trains that leave Salzburg for Ostrava on Wed, May 13, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 the direct trains cover the 445 km distance in an average of 6 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 2 m .
On Wed, May 13 the slowest trains will take 6 h 3 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.
10:11 AM6h03Salzburg4:14 PMOstrava$471One-way0 transfers
5:11 AM7h32Salzburg12:43 PMOstrava$481One-way0 transfers
9:11 AM6h03Salzburg3:14 PMOstrava$501One-way0 transfers
7:11 AM6h03Salzburg1:14 PMOstrava$521One-way0 transfers
1:11 PM6h02Salzburg7:13 PMOstrava$581One-way0 transfers
1:11 PM6h02Salzburg7:13 PMOstrava$581One-way0 transfers
8:11 AM6h03Salzburg2:14 PMOstrava$601One-way0 transfers
10:11 AM6h03Salzburg4:14 PMOstrava$471One-way0 transfers
9:11 AM6h03Salzburg3:14 PMOstrava$501One-way0 transfers
7:11 AM6h03Salzburg1:14 PMOstrava$521One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Salzburg to Ostrava
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Ostrava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 276 miles (445 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$58 Average price | $56 Average price Cheapest | $140 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 29m Average total duration Fastest 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 0m Average total duration 12h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Ostrava:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Ostrava costing on average $58 (€47).
Other travel options to Ostrava take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 30m.
The journey is about 5m faster (5h 59m by train vs 6h 4m by car) and roughly $82 (€66) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($58 (€47) vs $140 (€112)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with ÖBB | InterCity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Salzburg to Ostrava train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Ostrava trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:11 AM Salzburg | 7h32 | 12:43 PM Ostrava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:11 AM Salzburg | 6h03 | 2:14 PM Ostrava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:11 AM Salzburg | 6h03 | 3:14 PM Ostrava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:11 AM Salzburg | 6h03 | 4:14 PM Ostrava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:11 PM Salzburg | 6h02 | 7:13 PM Ostrava | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Salzburg to Ostrava by train or bus
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Why should you book Salzburg to Ostrava trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs ÖBB | InterCity?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ÖBB | InterCity, but also compare tickets for the likes of ÖBB | Railjet, České dráhy, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) or EuroNight to find the best option for your trip from Salzburg to Ostrava.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Ostrava
Trains from Salzburg to Ostrava run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 276 miles (445 km) distance in 6h 2m.
Distance 276 miles (445 km) |
Average train duration 5h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 6h 2m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, České dráhy, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB, Westbahn from Salzburg to Ostrava trainsÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, České dráhy, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB, Westbahn trains will get you between Salzburg and Ostrava from $37 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB
Westbahn
EuroNight
České dráhy
FAQs: Trains from Salzburg to Ostrava
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Ostrava 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 Ostrava, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salzburg to Ostrava
- 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
- 4:30 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Nádražní street.
- Restaurant Slunečnice
- Pivnice U Rady
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Maria
- Hotel Brioni
- Mercure Ostrava Center Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Slovakia, Poland, Austria, and regional destinations
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Peterkova street.
- Restaurant U Dvoraka
- Pizzeria Coloseum
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Clarion Congress Hotel Ostrava
- Hotel Jan Maria
- Hotel Akord
- Located in the main hall
- Auto Europe
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 3, Line 4, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
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