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Trip Summary
You can pick from 49 daily train trips between Ingolstadt and Salzburg. The average train journey from Ingolstadt to Salzburg takes 4 hours and 7 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 2 hours and 47 minutes.
| Distance | 100 mi (161 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 47m |
| Lowest price | $21.64 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Ingolstadt to Salzburg?
2 train services operate from Ingolstadt to Salzburg. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 32 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 32 | 3h 46m | $48.81 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 22 | 5h 13m | $46.65 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Ingolstadt to Salzburg start from $26, and on average cost . Daily there are 22 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Salzburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Ingolstadt leaves from Train Station and one other station. And in Salzburg trains arrive at Salzburg Liefering and 2 other train stations.
From Ingolstadt to Salzburg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 13 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 2 hours and 47 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 22 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Salzburg.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Ingolstadt to Salzburg on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Ingolstadt at 12:00am 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 49 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 Ingolstadt.
City Information
Ingolstadt
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Ingolstadt is the setting for Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein," but it's the birthplace of more than just monsters. A professor at the University of Ingolstadt founded the original Illuminati secret society in 1776 (the organization disbanded a few years later). These days, Ingolstadt hosts the headquarters of many top German companies such as Audi, Airbus, and Saturn. Car fans will definitely want to check out the Audi Museum's collection of classic cars and join a guided tour through the Audi factory.
History lovers should opt instead for the New Castle, a Gothic structure housing the Bavarian Army Museum. The German Museum of Medicine History, located in the university's Baroque yellow Old Anatomy Building, includes indoor exhibits and a verdant garden of medicinal plants.
It's easy to reach Ingolstadt from nearby cities such as Munich on intercity buses from carriers like FlixBus. Those traveling farther might choose a seat on a Deutsche Bahn train, which arrives at the Ingolstadt Nord or Ingolstadt Hauptbahnhof stations.
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 Ingolstadt?
Main departure station: Train Station
There are two stations in Ingolstadt where you can board the train to Salzburg.
All train stations in Ingolstadt:
Train Station
Ingolstadt Nord
Where is the train station in Salzburg?
Main arrival station: Kasern
There are more train stations and stops in Salzburg than most cities. Most trains from Ingolstadt will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Salzburg:
All train stations in Salzburg:
Kasern
Salzburg Liefering
Salzburg Taxham Europark
Salzburg Aiglhof
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