The cheapest and fastest trains from Zell am See to Salzburg
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
1 h 34 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zell am See to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zell am See to Salzburg will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 3 trains that leave Zell am See for Salzburg on Tue, Feb 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 03 the direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .
On Tue, Feb 03 the slowest trains will take 1 h 38 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.
IR 513+
ICE 118
IR 713
IR 711
IR 713
IR 711
IR 513+
ICE 118Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Zell am See to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zell am See to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 34 miles (56 km)
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€41 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Zell am See to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Zell am See to Salzburg trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IR 711 | 8:15 AM Zell am See station | 1h34 | 9:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 513+ ICE 118 | 9:15 AM Zell am See station | 1h38 | 10:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IR 713 | 10:15 AM Zell am See station | 1h34 | 11:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zell am See to Salzburg
Trains from Zell am See to Salzburg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (56 km) distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 34 miles (56 km) |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 00:12 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zell am See to Salzburg trainsÖBB | REX, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zell am See and Salzburg from $19 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | REX
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | InterCity
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ÖBB | S-Bahn
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train tickets from Zell am See to Salzburg: when to book to save $
The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:
- Buying your train ticket from Zell am See - Salzburg 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 7% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
- If you book a ticket Zell am See - Salzburg with 2 months in advance you save up to about 14% compared to the initial price.
- By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 7%.
- On Omio you can find all offers, train times and prices for train travel in Europe, the U.S., and Canada.
FAQs: Trains from Zell am See to Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zell am See to Salzburg 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 Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zell am See to Salzburg
- 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
- 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
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