How to travel from Copenhagen to Salzburg

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Copenhagen to Salzburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €78 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €78, while a flight costs an average of €269.

Distance: 544 miles (876 km)

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€95

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€269

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€78

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9h 36m

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9h 6m

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from Copenhagen to Salzburg

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche BahnECE 399 · ICE 1081+Bayerische Regiobahn79007
    4:22 PM16h24
    Copenhagen Central Station
    8:46 AMSalzburg Hbf
    661One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnECE 399 · ICE 1081+Bayerische Regiobahn79007
    4:22 PM16h24
    Copenhagen Central Station
    8:46 AMSalzburg Hbf
    661One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH829 · LH1106
    2:40 PM3h20
    Copenhagen Airport
    6:00 PMSalzburg Airport
    4021One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnRJ 385 · ICE 883+Bayerische Regiobahn79047
    10:22 AM14h20
    Copenhagen Central Station
    12:42 AMSalzburg Hbf
    1361One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 50129 · IC 5757 · 11171 · ICE 681
    7:45 AM16h00
    Copenhagen Central Station
    11:45 PMSalzburg Hbf
    1361One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 70109 · IC 5753 · 11163 · ICE 587
    2:50 AM16h08
    Copenhagen Central Station
    6:58 PMSalzburg Hbf
    1361One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:25 PM22h10
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    8:35 PMSalzburg, P+R Süd
    901One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:45 AM21h30
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    5:15 AMSalzburg, P+R Süd
    1001One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:05 PM20h35
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    9:40 AMSalzburg, P+R Süd
    1041One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS990+ÖBB | InterCityIC 646
    7:00 AM9h49
    Copenhagen Airport
    4:49 PMSalzburg Hbf
    1321One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS990+ÖBB | InterCityIC 640
    7:00 AM6h49
    Copenhagen Airport
    1:49 PMSalzburg Hbf
    1421One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS990+ÖBBRJX19976
    7:00 AM6h53
    Copenhagen Airport
    1:53 PMSalzburg Hbf
    1421One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen to Salzburg.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Copenhagen and Salzburg including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Salzburg is a bus with an average price of €78.

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

A bus is €16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Salzburg costing on average €95.

A bus is €191 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Salzburg costing on average €269.

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Salzburg is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 52m.

Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 36m.

Bus takes on average 19h 39m.

The distance from Copenhagen to Salzburg is approximately 544 miles (876 km).
The average frequency per day from Copenhagen to Salzburg is:
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Copenhagen to Salzburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Copenhagen Airport and arrive in Salzburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Copenhagen Central Station and arrive in Salzburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro and arrive in Salzburg, P+R Süd.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Copenhagen to Salzburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB to go to Salzburg by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Salzburg by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Sas Airways, Norwegian Air Shuttle to go to Salzburg by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Copenhagen to Salzburg with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Norwegian Air Shuttle.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Copenhagen 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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