How to get from Prague to Salzburg

How to Get

Jun 19

About traveling from Prague to Salzburg

Prague and Salzburg are two of the most picturesque cities in central Europe, and both are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites for their rich culture and historic architecture. Prague, the Czech capital, is famed for its cobbled streets, well-preserved buildings, and foamy beer. While Salzburg, the City of Mozart is famed for its beautiful Baroque architecture, and music. Between Prague and Salzburg are some exceptional sights, including Archduke Franz Ferdinand’s Konopiste Chateau, the whimsical Hluboka castle, UNESCO-listed town of Cesky Krumlov, the secret Nazi concentration camp of Mauthausen, the breathtakingly beautiful, UNESCO-listed village of Hallstat, and the musically-inclined town of Sankt Gilgen. The easiest way to visit these sites is to book a private car transfer with Daytrip.

How to get from Prague to Salzburg

After enjoying the fairy-tale beauty of Prague (not to mention downing a brew or two), many travellers head to the Austrian town of Salzburg to see the birthplace of Mozart, and some breathtaking Baroque architecture backed by the soaring alps.Fortunately, you have several transportation options if you’re travelling from Prague to Salzburg. For travellers on a budget, the bus or train is the cheapest way to travel from Prague to Salzburg. The fastest way to travel from Prague to Salzburg is by car, which is also the best way to travel from Prague to Salzburg as it is the most convenient. It’s also possible to travel from Prague to Salzburg by plane, but this is the slowest and most expensive option.

Prague to Salzburg by train

To travel from Prague to Salzburg by train you will need to depart from Prague Hlavni Nadrazi and purchase a ticket to Salzburg Hbf, which is Salzburg’s central train station. Because there are no direct trains from Prague to Salzburg, you will need to transfer in Linz, Ceske Budejovice and Linz, or Vienna. The earliest train is at 6:01 AM, and the last train is at 6:01 PM, with trains departing every 4 hours. The train from Prague to Salzburg is operated by Czech Railway and Austrian Railways, with train tickets costing €19 on average for the 5.5 hour trip. The distance from Prague to Salzburg is about 375 kilometers. Trains have bathrooms on board, and usually offer a dining car.

Prague to Salzburg by bus

To travel from Prague to Salzburg by bus, you can depart from Prague’s Florenc or Hlavni Nadrazi, and arrive in Salzburg, PR Süd or Hbf Bahnsteig. If you don’t get a direct route, you will have to transfer buses in Ceske Budejovice or Munich. While you can buy your ticket at the station, it’s best to purchase them in advance. The earliest bus departs at 7:35 AM, and the last bus is at 5:15 PM. Bus departures are clustered in the morning and evening. The bus from Prague to Salzburg is run by Flixbus or Leo Express, with bus tickets from Prague to Salzburg costing between €15-€29. The journey lasts between 5.5-8.5 hours, depending on if you get a direct route.

Prague to Salzburg by plane

To travel by plane, head to Prague International airport, and catch a flight to Salzburg. As usual with flights, you’ll want to buy your tickets in advance. Unfortunately there are no direct flights from Prague to Salzburg, and only a handful take less than 4 hours. Austrian Airlines requires you to transfer in Vienna, while Lufthansa has a transfer in Frankfurt. Tickets average around €300 for the 2.5+ hour flight from Prague to Salzburg. It’s recommended to arrive at the airport 2 hours before the flight, making this a slow, expensive, and inconvenient option.

Prague to Salzburg Private Car Transfer

For speed and convenience, a private car transfer with Daytrip is the best way to travel from Prague to Salzburg. You will be picked up at your accommodation, and the driver will take care of your luggage. You’ll then be able to enjoy door-to-door service to your accommodation in Salzburg, and can even add sightseeing stops on the way!