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Mozart's Birthplace
Birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, displaying family items, instruments, and context on his early Salzburg years.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Salzburg will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 26 trains from Stuttgart to Salzburg, including 6 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 4 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 1 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest trains will take 4 h 7 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.
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Trains from Stuttgart to Salzburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:51, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 190 miles (306 km) distance in 3h 27m.
Distance 190 miles (306 km) |
Average train duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 12:51 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Stuttgart to Salzburg.
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Salzburg trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 1063+ 79011 | On time 6:24 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h22 | 10:46 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
963 | 7:12 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h09 | 11:21 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 511+ 79015 | On time 8:17 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h29 | 12:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1215 | On time 8:36 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 5h19 | 1:55 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 267 · RJX 65 | On time 8:51 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h07 | 12:58 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 117 | On time 9:58 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h01 | 1:59 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 119 | On time 11:58 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h01 | 3:59 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 515+ 79025 | On time 12:17 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h29 | 4:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 565 · RJX 69 | On time 12:51 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h07 | 4:58 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 211 | On time 1:58 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h01 | 5:59 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 517+ 79033 | On time 2:17 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h29 | 6:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 567 · RJX 261 | On time 2:51 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h07 | 6:58 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
969 | 3:12 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h09 | 7:21 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 919 · EC 213 | On time 3:43 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h16 | 7:59 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1095 · IC 406 | On time 3:59 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h27 | 8:26 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 519+ 79039 | On time 4:17 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h29 | 8:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 569 · RJ 1293 | On time 4:51 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h10 | 9:01 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 599+ 79041 | On time 5:17 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h25 | 9:42 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1291+ 79043 | On time 5:59 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h46 | 10:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 691+ 79045 | On time 7:17 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h28 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 613+ 79047 | On time 8:17 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h25 | 12:42 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 615+ 79005 | On time 10:17 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 9h33 | 7:50 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 615+ 79569 · 79001 | On time 10:17 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 8h16 | 6:33 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 615+ 79569+ 27077 · 27081 | On time 10:17 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 8h11 | 6:28 AM Salzburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
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Birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, displaying family items, instruments, and context on his early Salzburg years.
Science center with interactive exhibits on physics, biology, and technology; excellent for families and curious adults.
Historic residence rooms and state apartments illustrating the power and taste of Salzburg’s prince-archbishops.
Salzburg’s famous old shopping lane with wrought-iron guild signs, historic houses, and direct links to Mozart’s birthplace.
Formal gardens and walking area by Mirabell Palace, admired for baroque design, statues, and fortress views.
Tree-lined viewpoint hill with forest paths, old fortifications, and sweeping vistas over the Old Town and fortress.
Salzburg’s famous soufflé-like dessert of sweetened egg whites, baked and torn into pieces, then dusted with sugar. A classic from Hotel Sacher traditions.
A rustic farmer’s breakfast of pan-fried potatoes, onions, and meat, usually topped with a fried egg. Popular in Alpine inns across Salzburg state.
Thin slices of boiled beef in broth, usually served with horseradish, root vegetables, and potatoes. A classic Austrian dish common in Salzburg taverns.
Well-known fine dining restaurant focused on modern Austrian cuisine, seasonal ingredients, and polished service in an intimate setting.
Historic beer hall and monastery brewery known for Märzen beer, simple Austrian dishes, and lively communal tables in a classic Salzburg setting.
Traditional tavern near the old town serving schnitzel, Tafelspitz, and regional classics in elegant historic rooms with a refined local feel.
Moderate for Western Europe; hotels rise in peak season, dining is mid-priced, and public transport is reasonable for tourists.
Service is often included, but rounding up is customary. Tip restaurants about 5-10%, round up in cafes, and round up taxi fares.
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Most Stuttgart to Salzburg trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Salzburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Salzburg Liefering. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Salzburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stuttgart Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Stuttgart Hbf (tief) 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Amici, Block House Stuttgart
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof, Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten.
Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt is 3 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Sailer, Café 44, Schnell Imbiss, Cafe am Rathaus
Wi-Fi is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. ATMs are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. Information desks are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt.
Nearby hotels include Attimo Hotel Stuttgart, Attimo Dependance Zimmer, Hotel Krone, Hotel Lamm.
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 Liefering is 4 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Liefering has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food options include: McDonald's
ATMs are available at Salzburg Liefering.
Available at Salzburg Liefering: Parking.
Available at Salzburg Liefering: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Liefering.
Salzburg Taxham Europark is 3 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Taxham Europark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
ATMs are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
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