How much does a train ticket from Salzburg to Zurich cost?

The average train ticket price from Salzburg to Zurich is $85. The best way to find train tickets from Salzburg to Zurich is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Salzburg to Zurich?

A train trip between Salzburg and Zurich is around 6h 15m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 212 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Salzburg and Zurich?

The number of trains from Salzburg to Zurich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Salzburg to Zurich by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Salzburg to Zurich?

Trains traveling between Salzburg and Zurich leave from P+R Süd or Hbf and arrive at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, Zürich Airport, Zürich Altstetten.

What are the best sights and things to do in Zurich?

Once in Zurich, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are The Grossmünster, Kunsthaus Zürich, Swiss National Museum, The Old Town, St. Peters Church.

Trains from Salzburg to Zurich

TodayMay 27

TomorrowMay 28

from $136

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 28 at 6:12am
Departure city: Salzburg
Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
Arrival time: May 28 at 12:27pm
Destination city: Zurich
Destination location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
Operated by: S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + EuroCity Express
S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + EuroCity Express
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 6h 15m
Departure time: May 28 at 6:12am
Departure city: Salzburg
Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
Arrival time: May 28 at 12:27pm
Destination city: Zurich
Destination location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
Operated by: S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + EuroCity Express
S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + EuroCity Express
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 6h 15m
Departure time: May 28 at 6:12am
Departure city: Salzburg
Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
Arrival time: May 28 at 12:27pm
Destination city: Zurich
Destination location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
Operated by: S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + EuroCity Express
S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + EuroCity Express
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 6h 15m
Departure time: May 28 at 6:12am
Departure city: Salzburg
Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
Arrival time: May 28 at 12:27pm
Destination city: Zurich
Destination location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
Operated by: S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + EuroCity Express
S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + EuroCity Express
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 6h 15m
Departure time: May 28 at 6:12am
Departure city: Salzburg
Departure location: Salzburg Train Station
Arrival time: May 28 at 12:27pm
Destination city: Zurich
Destination location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
Operated by: S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + EuroCity Express
S-Bahn + Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + EuroCity Express
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 6h 15m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Salzburg to Zurich.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $102	Average Duration9h 5m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$85 - $92	Average Duration6h 15m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Salzburg to Zurich

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Zurich. The journey takes about 9 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

9h 5mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest ticket

8kgCO₂ emissions

Train Salzburg to Zurich: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$85

Average train trip duration6h 15m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure6:12am

Distance212 miles (341 km)

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salzburg and Zurich?

Stops in Salzburg

A - P+R Süd

B - Hbf

C - Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt

D - Salzburg Gnigl

E - Salzburg Aiglhof

Stops in Zurich

A - Sihlquai - Limmatstraße

B - Zürich Airport

C - Zürich Altstetten

D - Zürich Oerlikon

E - Zürich Selnau

F - Zürich Stadelhofen

Frequently asked questions for your trip Salzburg - Zurich

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What are the best sights and things to do in Zurich?

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

There are many train stations in the world, check it station pages on Busbud to get all information you need.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Zurich, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Salzburg and Zurich, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Salzburg to Zurich, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

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Trains tickets from Salzburg to Zurich