How to get from Salzburg to Chur by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Salzburg to Chur is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Distance | 176 miles (284 km) | |
Available travel modes | Bus or train | |
Ticket price range | $37 - $49 | |
Cheapest mode | Bus • $37 (€32) • 8 h 35 min | |
Fastest mode | Train • $49 (€43) • 6 h 43 min | |
Popular travel companies | FlixBus or Deutsche Bahn |
Travel 176 miles (284 km) by bus or train to Chur from Salzburg. If speed is a priority, then a train is the best option with an average duration of 6 h 43 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a bus is the best option with prices starting as low as $37 (€32). The most popular travel companies which serve this trip are FlixBus or Deutsche Bahn among others. Travelers can even take a direct from Salzburg to Chur.
You can travel by train or bus for as low as $27 (€24). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
ÖBB is the national railway company of Austria, providing a comprehensive network of services throughout the country including trains between Salzburg and Chur. It operates a wide range of trains, including InterCity Express (ICE) trains, EuroCity (EC) trains, InterCity (IC) trains, and Regional Express (REX) trains. ICE trains are the fastest, offering the most comfortable and luxurious travel experience, while EC trains are slightly slower but still offer a comfortable journey. IC trains are the most common, providing a reliable and affordable service, and REX trains are the slowest but offer the most frequent stops. ÖBB offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and a range of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for ÖBB include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz.
FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost travel companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance travel services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.
There are 2 ways to get from Salzburg to Chur: bus or train.
The cheapest way to get from Salzburg to Chur is by taking a bus with average ticket prices of $37 (€32) compared to other travel options to Chur:
Taking a bus costs $12 (€11) less than taking a train, which costs on average $49 (€43) for the same trip.
The fastest way from Salzburg to Chur is by train with an average journey time of 6 h 43 min.
There are alternative travel options to Chur that take longer:
Bus takes on average 8 h 35 min.
You should expect to travel around 176 miles (284 km) between Salzburg and Chur.
The average frequency per day from Salzburg to Chur is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route from Salzburg to Chur as scheduled services by bus or train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Salzburg to Chur:
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