The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Zell am See
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
8 h 50 m
Average duration
9 h 37 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
508 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Zell am See is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Zell am See will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 3 trains that leave Salzburg for Zell am See on Sat, Feb 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 14 the direct trains cover the 508 km distance in an average of 9 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 50 m .
On Sat, Feb 14 the slowest trains will take 10 h 23 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Salzburg to Zell am See
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Zell am See among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a flight costs an average of €76.
Distance: 315 miles (508 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€58 Average price | €132 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest |
9h 44m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Salzburg to Zell am See train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Zell am See trains for today, Friday, February 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
61809 · 15107+ ICE 211 · IR 510 | 8:06 AM Wahlbach(Kr Siegen) | 10h38 | 6:44 PM Zell am See station | 3 transfers | ||
61809 · 15107+ ICE 623 · RJ 89 | 8:06 AM Wahlbach(Kr Siegen) | 9h08 | 5:14 PM Zell am See station | 4 transfers | ||
61809 · 15107+ ICE 1131 · ICE 225 | 8:06 AM Wahlbach(Kr Siegen) | 10h08 | 6:14 PM Zell am See station | 6 transfers | ||
61809 · 15107+ ICE 623 · RJ 89 | 8:11 AM Burbach(Kr Siegen) | 9h03 | 5:14 PM Zell am See station | 4 transfers | ||
61809 · 15107+ ICE 211 · IR 510 | 8:11 AM Burbach(Kr Siegen) | 10h33 | 6:44 PM Zell am See station | 3 transfers | ||
61809 · 15107+ ICE 1131 · ICE 225 | 8:11 AM Burbach(Kr Siegen) | 10h03 | 6:14 PM Zell am See station | 6 transfers | ||
61809 · 15107+ ICE 1131 · ICE 225 | 8:24 AM Niederdresselndorf | 9h50 | 6:14 PM Zell am See station | 6 transfers | ||
61809 · 15107+ ICE 211 · IR 510 | 8:24 AM Niederdresselndorf | 10h20 | 6:44 PM Zell am See station | 3 transfers | ||
61809 · 15107+ ICE 623 · RJ 89 | 8:24 AM Niederdresselndorf | 8h50 | 5:14 PM Zell am See station | 4 transfers | ||
61813 · 15109+ ICE 627 · RJ 287 | 10:49 AM Niederdresselndorf | 8h25 | 7:14 PM Zell am See station | 4 transfers | ||
61815+ IC 2229 · ICE 629 · ICE 1205 | 11:24 AM Niederdresselndorf | 9h50 | 9:14 PM Zell am See station | 4 transfers | ||
61817 · 15111+ ICE 721 · ICE 1205 | 12:12 PM Niederdresselndorf | 9h02 | 9:14 PM Zell am See station | 4 transfers | ||
| Saturday, February 14 | ||||||
![]() | 6:31 AM Salzburg | 9h38 | 4:09 PM Zell am See | 0 transfersDirect | ||
This is the last train of the day. | ||||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Zell am See
Trains from Salzburg to Zell am See run on average 18 times per day, taking around 9h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€45) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 315 miles (508 km) distance in 8h 43m.
Distance 315 miles (508 km) |
Average train duration 9h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€45) |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 8h 43m |
First train 00:13 |
Last train 23:03 |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet from Salzburg to Zell am See trainsÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet trains will get you between Salzburg and Zell am See from $18 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Salzburg to Zell am See
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Zell am See 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 Zell am See, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salzburg to Zell am See
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with direct access from the B311 road.
- Restaurant Kupferkessel
- Steinerwirt 1493
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Tirolerhof
- Grand Hotel Zell am See
- Hotel Salzburgerhof
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance and ticket office
- Platforms: 1-3 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
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