The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Passau
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Passau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Passau will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
It's difficult to get from Salzburg to Passau without transferring at least once.
IC 647+
R 71 · R 50
IC 645+
REX 50
RJ 547+
REX 50
IC 643+
R 50
IC 549+
R 71 · R 50
RJX 765+
ICE 92
RJX 65+
ICE 90
RJX 863+
ICE 26
RJX 865+
ICE 90
RJX 861+
ICE 28Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Salzburg to Passau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Passau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 56 miles (91 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€27 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Passau train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Passau trains for today, Tuesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:11 PM Salzburg | 3h11 | 11:22 PM Passau | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 5 | |||||
RJX 763+ REX 50 | 7:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h05 | 10:12 AM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 547+ REX 50 | 7:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h01 | 10:12 AM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 861+ ICE 28 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h24 | 10:31 AM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 549+ R 71 · R 50 | 8:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h13 | 11:24 AM Passau Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 549+ ICE 92 | 8:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h20 | 11:31 AM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 765+ ICE 92 | 9:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h24 | 11:31 AM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 641+ REX 50 | 9:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h01 | 12:12 PM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 863+ ICE 26 | 10:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h24 | 12:31 PM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 643+ R 50 | 10:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h11 | 1:22 PM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 645+ REX 50 | 11:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h01 | 2:12 PM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 65+ ICE 90 | 12:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h24 | 2:31 PM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 865+ ICE 90 | 12:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h24 | 2:31 PM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 647+ R 71 · R 50 | 12:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3h13 | 3:24 PM Passau Hbf | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Passau
Distance 56 miles (91 km) |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 02:42 |
Last train 23:13 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Salzburg to Passau start from as low as $12 (€10) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $34 (€27) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn from Salzburg to Passau trainsÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Salzburg and Passau from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | REX
ÖBB
Westbahn
ÖBB | ICE
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | S-Bahn
ÖBB | Regionalzug
FAQs: Trains from Salzburg to Passau

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salzburg to Passau
- 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
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking options in the vicinity.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Hotel Schloss Mönchstein
- Hotel Villa Carlton
- Hotel & Villa Auersperg
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Monday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 13:30
- Ava Restaurant & Cocktailbar
- Gastronomie Innsteg
- Café Kowalski
- Lecorner
- IBB Hotel Passau
- Hotel Atrium
- Hotel Herdegen Garni
- Hotel König
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