How to travel from Salzburg to Düsseldorf

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Salzburg to Düsseldorf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $58 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, while a flight costs an average of $166.

Distance: 367 miles (591 km)

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$99

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$166

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$58

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$154

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9h 45m

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9h 15m

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3h 32m

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10h 17m

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9h 47m

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7h 20m

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The cheapest way to travel from Salzburg to Düsseldorf is a bus with an average price of $58.

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

A bus is $41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Düsseldorf costing on average $99.

A bus is $108 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg to Düsseldorf costing on average $166.

The fastest way to travel from Salzburg to Düsseldorf is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 32m.

Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 45m.

Bus takes on average 10h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Salzburg and Düsseldorf including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Salzburg to Düsseldorf among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $99 compared to roughly $154 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $54. The journey takes 9h 15m versus 7h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Salzburg to Düsseldorf

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:20 PM12h50
    Salzburg, P+R Süd
    12:10 PMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    $541One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:20 PM12h50
    Salzburg, P+R Süd
    12:10 PMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    $541One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • EurowingsEW9717
    8:15 AM1h10
    Salzburg Airport
    9:25 AMDusseldorf Airport
    $1731One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnRJ 1296 · ICE 726
    5:39 AM7h01
    Salzburg Hbf
    12:40 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    $621One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnRJ 1296 · ICE 726 · ICE 926
    5:39 AM8h34
    Salzburg Hbf
    2:13 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    $691One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 118 · ICE 224
    12:00 PM7h10
    Salzburg Hbf
    7:10 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    $821One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    11:20 PM17h55
    Salzburg, P+R Süd
    5:15 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    $551One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:20 PM12h35
    Salzburg, P+R Süd
    6:55 AMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    $551One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:00 PM15h35
    Salzburg, P+R Süd
    5:35 AMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    $551One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1107 · LH78
    7:00 PM2h45
    Salzburg Airport
    9:45 PMDusseldorf Airport
    $3561One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1109 · LH72
    6:20 AM3h10
    Salzburg Airport
    9:30 AMDusseldorf Airport
    $3561One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1105+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4216
    2:20 PM3h40
    Salzburg Airport
    6:00 PMDusseldorf Airport
    $3561One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Salzburg to Düsseldorf

Travel to Düsseldorf 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 Salzburg to Düsseldorf.

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There are 3 options to travel between Salzburg and Düsseldorf including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Salzburg to Düsseldorf is a bus with an average price of $58.

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

A bus is $41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Düsseldorf costing on average $99.

A bus is $108 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg to Düsseldorf costing on average $166.

The fastest way to travel from Salzburg to Düsseldorf is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 32m.

Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 45m.

Bus takes on average 10h 17m.

The distance from Salzburg to Düsseldorf is approximately 367 miles (591 km).
The average frequency per day from Salzburg to Düsseldorf is:
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 7 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Salzburg to Düsseldorf:
  • Flights mostly depart from Salzburg Airport and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Salzburg Hbf and arrive in Düsseldorf Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Salzburg, P+R Süd and arrive in Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Salzburg to Düsseldorf, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Eurowings, Lufthansa to go to Düsseldorf by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Düsseldorf by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Düsseldorf by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Salzburg to Düsseldorf with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Eurowings.
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 0 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Omio customers who travel from Salzburg to Düsseldorf often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, London, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Düsseldorf and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Düsseldorf to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Düsseldorf, you can explore Carlsplatz markets for diverse foods, take a Rhine River boat cruise, or visit the Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum. Enjoy performances at Deutsche Oper am Rhein, or relax in the Japanese Garden in Nordpark. Key sights include the Rheinturm for city views, luxury shopping at Königsallee, vibrant nightlife in Altstadt, art at Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen, and the baroque beauty of Schloss Benrath.
Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Düsseldorf's key attractions, such as the Altstadt, Königsallee, and Rheinturm, while enjoying its vibrant art scene and culinary offerings.
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