Train Stuttgart → Salzburg
Schedule & travel time
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Route overview
3h 30m
Fastest time
4h 12m
Avg. duration
510
Kilometers
8
Trains per day
By train from Stuttgart to Salzburg
One of the most important long-distance routes: The train connection from Stuttgart to Salzburg is one of the important rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 3h 30m and can travel in comfort.
The route covers a distance of 510 kilometers and is served by about 8 trains every day. The regular service gives you plenty of options when planning your trip.
Infrastructure: Fernverkehr (ICE/IC)
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Available train types
This route is served by ICE, IC.
The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.
The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.
Travel sustainably
Taking the train from Stuttgart to Salzburg saves you about 57 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Versus flying you save as much as 114 kg of CO₂. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Salzburg?
The fastest connection from Stuttgart to Salzburg takes 3h 30m. The average travel time is 4h 12m.
How many trains run daily from Stuttgart to Salzburg?
About 8 trains run daily on the Stuttgart - Salzburg route. Train types include ICE, IC.
What is the route from Stuttgart to Salzburg?
The direct connection covers 510 km.
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Last update: April 2026
