The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Augsburg
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Augsburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Augsburg will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $55.
Of the 3 trains that leave Salzburg for Augsburg every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


S 2+
BRB RE5+
ICE 1010

S 2+
BRB RE5+
ICE 1010Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Salzburg to Augsburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Augsburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. 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 coach costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 172 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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$41 Average Price | $23 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Augsburg train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S 2+ BRB RE5+ ICE 1010 | 5:08 am Salzburg Hbf | 2h51 | 7:59 am Augsburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:39 am Salzburg Hbf | 2h10 | 11:49 am Augsburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:39 pm Salzburg Hbf | 2h21 | 8:00 pm Augsburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Augsburg
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, Westbahn, Meridian, BOB & BRB, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | InterCity from Salzburg to Augsburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, Westbahn, Meridian, BOB & BRB, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | InterCity trains will get you between Salzburg and Augsburg from $16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
Westbahn
ÖBB | InterCity
Bayerische Regiobahn
Meridian, BOB & BRB
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Salzburg to Augsburg train

Passengers board the train most frequently from Salzburg Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Augsburg Hbf, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Augsburg
- 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
- 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.
- 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 long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and S-Bahn platforms
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 16:00
- Hoshi Bistro
- Goldener Stern
- Restaurant Kafanica
- Heyzel Coffee
- Hotel Ost am Kö
- City Boarding House am Kö
- Hotel Lochbrunner
- Bayerisches Haus am Dom
- Emmi's Kitchen
- Brunnenlechschänke
- Rufus
- Caffé ferro
- Baan Sukhothai
- Bai Tong
- Pasta e Vino
- Kalimerhaba
- Super 8 by Wyndham Augsburg
- Emmi's Kitchen
- Caffé ferro
- Manolito's
- Dimos Gaststätte Hochfeld
- City Boarding House am Kö
- Dorint an der Kongresshalle Augsburg
- Super 8 by Wyndham Augsburg
- Bäckerei Konditorei Wolf
- CHI FU
- Dolce Vita
- Hanoi Asia Imbiss
- Cuu Long Asia Imbiss
- Michelangelo
- Caprice
- Mama Pizza / Hot Wok
- Hotel Augsburg Goldener Falke
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