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

The cheapest way to get from Salzburg to Kehlstein is to drive which costs €5 - €8 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Salzburg to Kehlstein is to drive which takes 38 min and costs €5 - €8.

Is there a direct bus between Salzburg and Kehlstein?

No, there is no direct bus from Salzburg to Kehlstein. However, there are services departing from Salzburg Mozartsteg Rudolfskai and arriving at Kehlsteinparkplatz via Berchtesgaden, Busbahnhof and Kehlstein Busabfahrt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Salzburg to Kehlstein?

The distance between Salzburg and Kehlstein is 35 km. The road distance is 31.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Salzburg to Kehlstein without a car is to line 840 bus and line 849 bus which takes 2h 48m and costs €12 - €16.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Salzburg to Kehlstein, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salzburg to Kehlstein bus from?

Salzburg to Kehlstein bus services, operated by Regionalverkehr Oberbayern GmbH (RVO), depart from Salzburg Mozartsteg Rudolfskai station.

Where does the Salzburg to Kehlstein bus arrive?

Salzburg to Kehlstein bus services, operated by Regionalverkehr Oberbayern GmbH (RVO), arrive at Berchtesgaden, Busbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Salzburg to Kehlstein?

Yes, the driving distance between Salzburg to Kehlstein is 31 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Salzburg to Kehlstein.

Where can I stay near Kehlstein?

There are 2271+ hotels available in Kehlstein.

Salzburg to Kehlstein - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 840 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Salzburg to Kehlstein by bus, car, or train

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Line 840 bus, line 849 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Salzburg Mozartsteg Rudolfskai to Berchtesgaden, Busbahnhofbus 840
2. Take the bus from Kehlstein Busabfahrt to Kehlsteinparkplatzbus 849
2h 48m
€13–16
Train, drive
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1. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Halleintrain Re / ...
2. Drive from Hallein to Kehlsteincar
47 min
€5–12
Drive 31.2 km
1. Drive from Salzburg to Kehlsteincar 31.2 km
38 min
€6–8

Salzburg to Kehlstein by bus

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Distance: 35.2 km
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Salzburg Mozartsteg Rudolfskai to Kehlsteinparkplatz via Berchtesgaden, Busbahnhof, Dokumentation Obersalzberg, and Kehlstein Busabfahrt in around 2h 48m.

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