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Trip Summary
You can pick from 16 daily train trips between Salzburg and Wurzburg. The average train journey from Salzburg to Wurzburg takes 5 hours and 40 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train trips are as short as 4 hours and 48 minutes.
| Distance | 197 mi (316 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 48m |
| Lowest price | £29.45 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Salzburg to Wurzburg?
2 train services operate from Salzburg to Wurzburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 8 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 10 | 6h 18m | £57.25 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 8 | 5h 21m | £57.39 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Salzburg to Wurzburg start from £29, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Wurzburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Salzburg leaves from Salzburg Taxham Europark and one other station. And in Wurzburg trains arrive at Würzburg-Zell .
From Salzburg to Wurzburg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 21 minutes. If you are looking to get to Wurzburg faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 48 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Salzburg and Wurzburg is approximately 197 miles, or 316 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 40 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 48 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Salzburg to Wurzburg are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Salzburg at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 18:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 16 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Wurzburg to Salzburg.
City Information
Salzburg
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Salzburg is located in the north of Austria and might be best known for its stunning landscapes and locations featured in The Sound of Music. Don't worry, there are plenty of organized tours to see the Von Trapps' house, the hills where Maria sings, and more of the film's iconic settings. This cultural and historic city offers many more activities set against the stunning backdrop of churches and castles.
Salzburg Old Town, or Altstadt, is one of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites, and it is easy to see why. The beautiful Baroque-style architecture and churches are straight out of a fairytale, while the looming Hohensalzburg Castle and attached museum serve as a reminder of Salzburg's decadent past.
Salzburg was a musically famous city even before The Sound of Music, as it's known for being the birthplace of Mozart. Music lovers can visit his residence and the locations associated with Mozart's life in Salzburg. In winter, be sure to stay for one of Salzburg's famous Christmas markets. The Christkindlmarkt tradition dates back to the 15-century, with hundreds of stalls offering the finest mulled wine, handmade crafts, and delicious Christmas treats.
Salzburg is well-connected to much of Europe by ground and air travel. Popular train routes to Salzburg travel from Vienna, Berlin, and Cologne. FlixBus provides the most coach routes to Salzburg, with several smaller carriers also serving several routes to cities in Switzerland and beyond. Salzburg Airport provides an alternative way to reach Salzburg, located just 4 kilometres from the city centre.
Wurzburg
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Wurzburg is a large city in the state of Bavaria. Famously known for its amazing dry white wines, the city is a popular destination not just for oenophiles but also for tourists. The city is blessed with many popular landmarks, but the most popular is Würzburger Residenz: a massive palatial compound and a recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site. The palace boasts impressive Baroque architecture, inspiring frescoes, and meticulously-designed gardens. Festung Marienberg, a 13-century fortress, is another historical landmark, and the fortress' hilltop location offers an unobstructed view of the entire city.
Wurzburg, and the Franconian region as a whole, really gain their reputations from their wines. Some notable wineries to check out include Weingut Juliusspital and Staatlicher Hofkeller, which both offer guided tours of their wine cellars.
Wurzburg does not have its own commercial airport, so flights generally arrive in Nuremberg or Frankfurt, each over 50 miles away. Instead, taking a coach or train offers direct service into the center of Wurzburg. Coach lines include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, and Sindbad, arriving at several stations in the city. Train service operates through the Hauptbahnhof near the city centre, and thousands of routes are available to book with Deutsche Bahn. Some of the more popular of these routes include Wurzburg to Frankfurt, Munich, and Prague.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Salzburg?
Main departure station: Salzburg Taxham Europark
There are two stations in Salzburg where you can board the train to Wurzburg.
All train stations in Salzburg:
Salzburg Taxham Europark
Salzburg Liefering
Where is the train station in Wurzburg?
Main arrival station: Würzburg-Zell
Wurzburg has one train station.
Train stations in Wurzburg:
Würzburg-Zell
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