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Trier - Salzburg Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

58 trains operate daily from Trier to Salzburg. The train trip from Trier to Salzburg is usually about 10 hours and 6 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 8 hours and 21 minutes.

Distance321 mi (517 km)
Fastest train8h 21m
Lowest price€56.73
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines2

Which train should you take from Trier to Salzburg?

2 train services operate from Trier to Salzburg. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 47 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn4710h 5m€92.28
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company1710h 11m€109.68
  • Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

  • Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Trier to Salzburg start from €80, and on average cost . Daily there are 17 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Salzburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Trier leaves from Quint and 2 other stations. And in Salzburg trains arrive at Salzburg Liefering and one other train station.

    From Trier to Salzburg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 10 hours and 11 minutes. If you are looking to get to Salzburg faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 8 hours and 21 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Trier to Salzburg. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.

The distance between Trier and Salzburg is approximately 321 miles, or 517 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 6 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 8 hours and 21 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 departing from Trier to Salzburg tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Trier at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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 58 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 Salzburg to Trier.

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 bus 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 kilometers from the city center.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Trier?

Main departure station: Quint

Trier has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Salzburg.

All train stations in Trier:

  • Quint

  • Ehrang Ort

  • Ehrang

Where is the train station in Salzburg?

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Main arrival station: Salzburg Liefering

Salzburg receives travelers from Trier at its two active train stations.

Train stations in Salzburg:

  • Salzburg Liefering

  • Salzburg Taxham Europark

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