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Salzburg - Kochel Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

40 trains operate daily from Salzburg to Kochel. The train trip from Salzburg to Kochel is usually about 5 hours long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 18 minutes.

Distance79 mi (127 km)
Fastest train3h 0m
Lowest price$25.78
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company
Train lines3

Which train should you take from Salzburg to Kochel?

There are 3 train lines with service from Salzburg to Kochel. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 30 trains each day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn96h 12m$53.06
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company304h 21m$31.05
Non-federally owned railway company14h 17m$28.02
  • 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 Salzburg to Kochel start from $26, and on average cost . Daily there are 30 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Kochel. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Salzburg leaves from Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt and 4 other stations. And in Kochel trains arrive at Train Station .

    From Salzburg to Kochel train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 21 minutes. If you are looking to get to Kochel faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 0 minutes.

    If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 30 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Kochel.

  • Non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Salzburg to Kochel start from $28, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Non-federally owned railway company schedules to Kochel. Non-federally owned railway company in Salzburg leaves from Salzburg Taxham Europark . And in Kochel trains arrive at Train Station .

    From Salzburg to Kochel train travel on Non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 17 minutes. If you are looking to get to Kochel faster, Non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 0 minutes.

    If you are looking to travel to Kochel on a weekend there is typically one Non-federally owned railway company scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Salzburg.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Salzburg and Kochel is approximately 79 miles, or 127 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 18 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.

Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Salzburg to Kochel. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Salzburg at 4:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 40 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 Kochel 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 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 Salzburg?

Main departure station: Salzburg Taxham Europark

Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 5 stops and stations in Salzburg where you can board the train.

All train stations in Salzburg:

  • Salzburg Taxham Europark

  • Salzburg Aiglhof

  • Train Station

  • Salzburg Liefering

  • Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt

Where is the train station in Kochel?

Main arrival station: Train Station

Kochel has one train station.

All train stations in Kochel:

  • Train Station

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