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

The cheapest way to get from Munich to Salzburg is to rideshare which costs €5 - €25 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Munich to Salzburg is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Munich and Salzburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Munich station to Salzburg. However, there are services departing from Munich central bus station and arriving at Salzburg Mozartsteg/Imbergstraße via Salzburg Alpensiedlung P+R. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Munich and Salzburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from München Hbf and arriving at Salzburg Hauptbahnhof. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Munich to Salzburg?

The distance between Munich and Salzburg is 147 km. The road distance is 141.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Munich to Salzburg without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €27 - €200.

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

The train from München Hbf to Salzburg Hauptbahnhof takes 1h 45m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Munich to Salzburg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Munich to Salzburg train from?

Munich to Salzburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from München Hbf station.

Train or bus from Munich to Salzburg?

The best way to get from Munich to Salzburg is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €27 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €26 and takes 2h 9m.

Where does the Munich to Salzburg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Munich to Salzburg train arrive?

Munich to Salzburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Salzburg Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Munich to Salzburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Salzburg is 141 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Munich to Salzburg.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Salzburg?

There are 2551+ hotels available in Salzburg.

Can I share a ride from Munich to Salzburg?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Munich and Salzburg. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Munich to Salzburg - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

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There are 4 ways to get from Munich to Salzburg by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain 90 / ...
1h 45m
€27–200
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Munich to Salzburgrideshare 140.5 km
1h 55m
€5–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Salzburg Southbus N948 / ...
2h 9m
€13–26
Drive 141.2 km
1. Drive from Munich to Salzburgcar 141.2 km
1h 23m
€23–34

Munich to Salzburg by train

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Distance: 147.1 km
Duration: 1h 45m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from München Hbf to Salzburg Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €27–120 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Munich central bus station to Salzburg South hourly. Tickets cost €13–22 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Two other operators also service this route.

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