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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Flixbus + Flixtrain | P+R Süd | Südbahnhof | Cheapest | |||||
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Salzburg Train Station | Frankfurt Hbf | Fastest | |||||
S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Salzburg Train Station | Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West | No tags | |||||
 | Salzburg Train Station | Frankfurt Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Salzburg Train Station | Frankfurt Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salzburg and Frankfurt am Main?
Salzburg
- AHellbrunner Straße, 5020 Kleingmain, Austria
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Hbf
Lastenstraße 12, 5020 Salzburg, Austria - CSalzburg Aiglhof, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
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Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt, 5020 Salzburg, Austria - E
Salzburg Gnigl
Salzburg Gnigl, 5023 Salzburg, Austria
Frankfurt am Main
- AHedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main?
The cheapest train tickets from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main start at $32. The average price for this train route is around $107. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main?
The average train trip from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main takes 6h 13m and covers 412 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 2m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main?
The earliest train from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main departs at 6:08am. The latest train departs at 8:08pm.
What is the best train operator from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $49To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $49 to $287 for a train ticket from Salzburg to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2025-12-06.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
