The average train between Salzburg and Zug takes 8h 5m and the fastest train takes 8h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Salzburg to Zug. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Salzburg and Zug. The earliest departure is at 5:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Salzburg is at 3:56 PM which arrives into Zug at 12:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Feldkirch and take an average of 8h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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8h 6m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Salzburg to Zug? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Salzburg to Zug. However, there are services departing from Salzburg station and arriving at Zug station via Feldkirch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.
Salzburg to Zug train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Salzburg Hbf station.
Salzburg to Zug train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Zürich HB station.
Book your Salzburg to Zug train tickets online with Railjet, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) and ÖBB Intercity.
The distance between Salzburg and Zug is 347.2 km. The road distance is 498 km.
You can take a train from Salzburg Hbf to Zug via Feldkirch and Zürich HB in around 7h 30m.