How to travel from Düsseldorf to Salzburg

There are 3 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Salzburg including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Salzburg is a bus with an average price of €51.

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

A bus is €70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Salzburg costing on average €121.

A bus is €137 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Salzburg costing on average €188.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Salzburg is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 39m.

Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 5m.

Bus takes on average 11h 34m.

The distance from Düsseldorf to Salzburg is approximately 367 miles (591 km).

The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Salzburg is:

• Around 7 flights per day.
• Around 6 buses per day.
• Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Salzburg:

• Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Salzburg Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Salzburg Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Salzburg, P+R Süd.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Salzburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Eurowings, Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline to go to Salzburg by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Salzburg by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Salzburg by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Düsseldorf to Salzburg with the following travel companies:

• 3 direct flights per day with Eurowings.
• 0 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.

Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf 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.