How to travel from Brno to Salzburg

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Compare train and bus for Brno to Salzburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brno to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, while a train costs an average of €47.

Distance: 189 miles (305 km)

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Driving

€47

Average price

€34

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Cheapest

€86

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 34m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 32m

Average total duration

7h 2m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 40m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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České dráhy

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Brno to Salzburg is a bus with an average price of €34.

This is compared to other travel options from Brno to Salzburg:

A bus is €33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brno to Salzburg costing on average €67.

The fastest way to travel from Brno to Salzburg is by train with an average journey time of 4h 49m.

Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brno and Salzburg including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Brno to Salzburg among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 21m faster (4h 19m by train vs 4h 40m by car) and roughly €19 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€67 vs €86). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Brno to Salzburg

How to get from Brno to Salzburg by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Brno to Salzburg is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:15 AM7h35
    Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží)
    4:50 PMSalzburg, P+R Süd
    301One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:15 AM7h35
    Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží)
    4:50 PMSalzburg, P+R Süd
    301One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 279 · EC 205+ÖBB | InterCityIC 740
    2:18 PM4h31
    Brno hlavní nádraží
    6:49 PMSalzburg Hbf
    661One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBBOs 4615+ÖBB | InterCityIC 740+ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 279 · EC 205
    2:01 PM4h48
    Brno-Židenice
    6:49 PMSalzburg Hbf
    661One-way
    3 transfers
  • ÖBB | RailjetRJ 55+ÖBB | InterCityIC 644
    11:18 AM4h31
    Brno hlavní nádraží
    3:49 PMSalzburg Hbf
    941One-way
    1 transfer
  • ÖBB | RailjetRJ 53+ÖBB | InterCityIC 640
    9:18 AM4h31
    Brno hlavní nádraží
    1:49 PMSalzburg Hbf
    941One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:10 PM5h50
    Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží)
    5:00 AMSalzburg, P+R Süd
    331One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Brno to Salzburg

Travel to Salzburg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brno to Salzburg.

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There are 2 options to travel between Brno and Salzburg including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Brno to Salzburg is a bus with an average price of €34.

This is compared to other travel options from Brno to Salzburg:

A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brno to Salzburg costing on average €47.

The fastest way to travel from Brno to Salzburg is by train with an average journey time of 5h 4m.

Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 32m.

The distance from Brno to Salzburg is approximately 189 miles (305 km).
The average frequency per day from Brno to Salzburg is:
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Brno and Salzburg as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Brno to Salzburg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Brno hlavní nádraží and arrive in Salzburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) and arrive in Salzburg, P+R Süd.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brno to Salzburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with České dráhy, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, ÖBB | S-Bahn, České dráhy (ČD), RegioJet a.s. to go to Salzburg by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Salzburg by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Brno to Salzburg:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Brno to Salzburg often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Hallstatt, Munich, Prague, Innsbruck. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Salzburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Salzburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Salzburg, you can explore the Hohensalzburg Fortress for panoramic views of the city and Alps, visit the baroque Mirabell Palace and Gardens, discover Mozart's Birthplace to learn about the famous composer, admire the stunning architecture of Salzburg Cathedral, and stroll along Getreidegasse, a charming shopping street with historic buildings and cafes.
To fully experience Salzburg, including its historic sites, cultural attractions, and scenic views, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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