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Altbach to Salzburg Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 29 daily train trips available from Altbach to Salzburg. Traveling by train from Altbach to Salzburg usually takes 7 hours and 5 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can make the trip in 4 hours and 51 minutes.
| Distance | 180 mi (290 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 51m |
| Lowest price | $25.65 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Altbach to Salzburg?
2 train services operate from Altbach to Salzburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 19 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 15 | 7h 12m | $83.03 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 19 | 7h 2m | $73.03 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Altbach to Salzburg start from $33, and on average cost . Daily there are 19 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Salzburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Altbach leaves from Train Station . And in Salzburg trains arrive at Salzburg Liefering and 5 other train stations.
From Altbach to Salzburg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 2 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 4 hours and 51 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 32 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Salzburg.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Altbach to Salzburg
The distance between Altbach and Salzburg is approximately 180 miles, or 290 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 5 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 51 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 Altbach to Salzburg tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. 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 Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Altbach at 2:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 29 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 Altbach.
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 Altbach?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Altbach.
All train stations in Altbach:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Salzburg?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Salzburg Liefering
There are more train stations and stops in Salzburg than most cities. Most trains from Altbach will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Salzburg:
All train stations in Salzburg:
Salzburg Liefering
Salzburg Taxham Europark
Train Station
Salzburg Aiglhof
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt
Kasern
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