What is the cheapest way to get from Mannheim to Salzburg?

The cheapest way to get from Mannheim to Salzburg is to bus which costs €45 - €80 and takes 7h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mannheim to Salzburg?

The fastest way to get from Mannheim to Salzburg is to train and fly which takes 2h 46m and costs €140 - €350.

Is there a direct bus between Mannheim and Salzburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Mannheim station to Salzburg. However, there are services departing from Mannheim central bus station and arriving at Salzburg Mozartsteg/Imbergstraße via Salzburg Alpensiedlung P+R. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Mannheim and Salzburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Salzburg Hauptbahnhof. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Mannheim to Salzburg?

The distance between Mannheim and Salzburg is 489 km. The road distance is 476 km.

How do I travel from Mannheim to Salzburg without a car?

The best way to get from Mannheim to Salzburg without a car is to train via Munich which takes 4h 37m and costs €65 - €470.

How long does it take to get from Mannheim to Salzburg?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Mannheim to Salzburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mannheim to Salzburg bus from?

Mannheim to Salzburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Mannheim central bus station.

Where do I catch the Mannheim to Salzburg train from?

Mannheim to Salzburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Mannheim to Salzburg?

The best way to get from Mannheim to Salzburg is to train via Munich which takes 4h 37m and costs €65 - €470. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €80 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Mannheim to Salzburg bus arrive?

Mannheim to Salzburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Salzburg South station.

Where does the Mannheim to Salzburg train arrive?

Mannheim to Salzburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at München Hbf station.

Can I drive from Mannheim to Salzburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Mannheim to Salzburg is 476 km. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Mannheim to Salzburg.

How do I get a train ticket from Mannheim to Salzburg?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Mannheim to Salzburg?

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Where can I stay near Salzburg?

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There are 7 ways to get from Mannheim to Salzburg by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Munich
best
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to München Hbftrain 11 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain 90 / ...
4h 37m
€66–468
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mannheim central bus station to Salzburg Southbus N948
7h 19m
€47–77
Drive 476 km
1. Drive from Mannheim to Salzburgcar 476 km
4h 35m
€78–112
Train, fly to Salzburg Airport
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)plane FRA - SZG
2h 46m
€140–349
Train
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain 62
5h 7m
€85–380
Bus via Walserberg Staatsgrenze
1. Take the bus from Mannheim, ZOB to Walserberg Staatsgrenzebus
8h 28m
Train, fly to Munich International Airport
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane FRA - MUC
3. Take the train from Muenchen Ost to Salzburg Hbftrain
5h 10m
€102–470

Mannheim to Salzburg by train

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4h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 489.2 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Mannheim, Germany and Salzburg, Austria?

You can take a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Salzburg Hauptbahnhof via München Hbf in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Mannheim central bus station to Salzburg South once daily. Tickets cost €45–75 and the journey takes 7h.

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