The cheapest and fastest trains from Prague to Salzburg
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
5 h 28 m
Average duration
5 h 44 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Salzburg will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $38.
To travel from Prague to Salzburg you need to make at least one change.
IC 537 · Sp 3807 · IC 7463:21 PM6h28Prague hlavní nádraží9:49 PMSalzburg Hbf$381One-way2 changes
R 723 · R 656 · Sp 3807 · IC 7463:46 PM6h03Prague hlavní nádraží9:49 PMSalzburg Hbf$381One-way3 changes
IC 529 · Sp 3803 · IC 6407:21 AM6h28Prague hlavní nádraží1:49 PMSalzburg Hbf$381One-way2 changes
EC 337 · rjx 7646:21 PM5h38Prague hlavní nádraží11:59 PMSalzburg Hbf$381One-way1 change
R 321 · R 664 · Sp 3803 · IC 6407:46 AM6h03Prague hlavní nádraží1:49 PMSalzburg Hbf$381One-way3 changes
EC 333 · IC 64410:21 AM5h28Prague hlavní nádraží3:49 PMSalzburg Hbf$1101One-way1 change
EC 335 · IC 7422:21 PM5h28Prague hlavní nádraží7:49 PMSalzburg Hbf$1101One-way1 change
EC 337 · rjx 7646:21 PM5h38Prague hlavní nádraží11:59 PMSalzburg Hbf$381One-way1 change
R 715 · R 660 · Sp 3805 · IC 64811:46 AM6h03Prague hlavní nádraží5:49 PMSalzburg Hbf$471One-way3 changes
R 723 · R 656 · Sp 3807 · IC 7463:46 PM6h03Prague hlavní nádraží9:49 PMSalzburg Hbf$381One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Prague to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $200.
Distance: 274 km
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6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 42m Average total duration Fastest 4h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Prague to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Salzburg trains for today, Sunday, 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NJ 457 · IC 542 | Delayed 10:36 PM 12:36 AMPrague hlavní nádraží | 9h13 | 9:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 253+ IC 742 | 12:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h12 | 7:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 335 · IC 742 | 2:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h28 | 7:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
rj 255 · IC 746 | 2:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h12 | 9:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 255+ IC 746 | 2:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h12 | 9:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 721 · Sp 3807 · IC 746 | 2:46 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h03 | 9:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 721+ Bus 3807+ R 3+ IC 746 | 2:46 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h03 | 9:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 723 · R 656 · Sp 3807 · IC 746 | 3:46 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h03 | 9:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 539+ Sp 3+ IC 746 | 4:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h28 | 9:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJ 257+ RJX 764 | 4:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h22 | 11:59 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 283 · EC 107+ RJX 768 | 5:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h22 | 12:59 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 337 · rjx 764 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h38 | 11:59 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 337 · rjx 764 | 6:21 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h38 | 11:59 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 259+ EC 462 | 6:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h30 | 2:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
rj 177 · S 28019 · IC 848 | 7:36 PM Prague-Holešovice | 12h13 | 7:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJ 177+ IC 848 | 7:36 PM Prague-Holešovice | 12h13 | 7:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| Monday, 25 May | |||||
NJ 457 · IC 542 | 12:36 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h13 | 9:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 407+ EN 40457 | 12:36 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h54 | 8:30 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 51+ IC 546 | 4:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h14 | 11:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 273+ EC 101+ IC 548 | 5:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h12 | 12:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
rj 53 · IC 640 | 6:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h12 | 1:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 53+ IC 640 | 6:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h12 | 1:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 529 · Sp 3803 · IC 640 | 7:21 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h28 | 1:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
EX 360+ 79023 | On time 7:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h11 | 3:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EX 360+ 967 | On time 7:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h46 | 5:21 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 275+ EC 203+ IC 642 | 7:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h12 | 2:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 321 · R 664 · Sp 3803 · IC 640 | 7:46 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h03 | 1:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJ 55+ IC 644 | 8:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h12 | 3:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EX 358+ 967 | On time 9:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h46 | 5:21 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 277+ EC 103+ IC 646 | 9:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h12 | 4:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 333 · IC 644 | 10:21 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h28 | 3:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
rj 251 · IC 648 | 10:36 AM Prague-Holešovice | 7h13 | 5:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 251+ IC 648 | 10:36 AM Prague-Holešovice | 7h13 | 5:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
R 713 · Sp 3805 · IC 648 | 10:46 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h03 | 5:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 715 · R 660 · Sp 3805 · IC 648 | 11:46 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h03 | 5:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prague to Salzburg
Trains from Prague to Salzburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 274 km distance in 5h 28m.
Distance 274 km |
Average train duration 6h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 28m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy, ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity, České dráhy (ČD) from Prague to Salzburg trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy, ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity, České dráhy (ČD) trains will get you between Prague and Salzburg from $27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | S-Bahn
České dráhy
České dráhy (ČD)
FAQs: Prague to Salzburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague to Salzburg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Prague and Salzburg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Wilsonova Street.
- Restaurant Fantova Kavárna
- Sushi Time
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Esplanade Prague
- Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag
- Hotel City Central
- Cost CZK 100
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line C
- Tram: Lines 5, 9, 26
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Partyzánská street.
- Restaurant Na Kovárně
- Cross Club
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Mama Shelter Prague
- Plaza Alta Hotel
- Hotel Belvedere
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Germany, Austria, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line C
- Tram: Lines 6, 12, 17
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking options.
- Restaurant Kotleta
- Café Imperial
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Kings Court
- Grand Hotel Bohemia
- Hotel Paris Prague
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and suburban trains
- Metro: Line B
- Tram: Lines 3, 5, 14, 24
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking options in the vicinity.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Hotel Schloss Mönchstein
- Hotel Villa Carlton
- Hotel & Villa Auersperg
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Line S3
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