How to Travel from
Zurich to Salzburg
by Rideshare or Car
Two ways to Travel from Zurich to Salzburg
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (451 km)
4 h 15 min
451 km.
from $24
Other
Rideshare
4 h 15 min
451 km.
from $17.16
Transport providers
Bus operators
FlixBus
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Munich
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.53–$43.26
Bus from Munich central bus station to Salzburg
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$16.54–$22.90
BlaBlaCar Bus
Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Munich central bus station to Salzburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.54–$25.45
Union Ivkoni
Bus from Zurich Limmatstrasse to Salzburg
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$19.08–$33.08
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Munich
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$13.99–$24.17
Airlines
Lufthansa
Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Munich
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.73–$954.19
Swiss
Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Munich
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.73–$954.19
Train operators
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Ostbahnhof to Salzburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$41.98–$47.07
WESTbahn Gmbh
Train from Ostbahnhof to Salzburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.17–$55.98
Railjet
Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/railjet
Train from Zuerich Hb to Salzburg
Ave. Duration:
5h 23m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$76.34–$120.86
Transdev GmbH
Train from Ostbahnhof to Salzburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.53–$44.53
Meridian, BOB & BRB
Train from Ostbahnhof to Salzburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$40.71–$49.62
Nightjet
Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Ostbahnhof to Salzburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$33.08–$190.84
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Zuerich Hb to Salzburg
Ave. Duration:
7h 28m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$178.12–$318.06
RegioJet
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Munich
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$21.63–$33.08
Urlaubs-Express
Train from München Ost to Salzburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$108.14–$139.95
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Salzburg?
The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Salzburg is to bus which costs $18.48 - $30.43 and takes 7h 11m.
What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Salzburg?
The fastest way to get from Zurich to Salzburg is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs $86.96 - $130.43 .
Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Salzburg?
No, there is no direct bus from Zurich to Salzburg. However, there are services departing from Zurich Limmatstrasse and arriving at Salzburg Rathaus via Salzburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.
Is there a direct train between Zurich and Salzburg?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Zuerich Hb and arriving at Salzburg Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 23m.
How far is it from Zurich to Salzburg?
The distance between Zurich and Salzburg is 469 km. The road distance is 453.1 km.
How do I travel from Zurich to Salzburg without a car?
The best way to get from Zurich to Salzburg without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs $152.17 - $271.74 .
How long does it take to get from Zurich to Salzburg?
The train from Zuerich Hb to Salzburg Hbf takes 5h 23m including transfers and departs every four hours.
Where do I catch the Zurich to Salzburg bus from?
Zurich to Salzburg bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Zurich Limmatstrasse station.
Where do I catch the Zurich to Salzburg train from?
Zurich to Salzburg train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Zuerich Hb station.
Train or bus from Zurich to Salzburg?
The best way to get from Zurich to Salzburg is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs $152.17 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18.48 - $30.43 and takes 7h 11m.
Where does the Zurich to Salzburg bus arrive?
Zurich to Salzburg bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Salzburg Lastenstrasse station.
What is the time difference between Zurich and Salzburg?
It is currently 08:55 at both, Zurich and Salzburg.
Where does the Zurich to Salzburg train arrive?
Zurich to Salzburg train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Salzburg Hbf station.
Can I drive from Zurich to Salzburg?
Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Salzburg is 453 km. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Zurich to Salzburg.
How do I get a train ticket from Zurich to Salzburg?
Book your Zurich to Salzburg train tickets online with Omio.
Where can I stay near Salzburg?
There are 2210+ hotels available in Salzburg. Prices start at $78.40 per night.
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