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What is the best way to travel from Zurich Airport to Salzburg?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains and Flights for the journey to Salzburg from Zurich Airport. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
8h 5m
$41
$60
3
Train
23h 0m
$89
$89
2
Flight
3h 40m
$167
$375
46

What is the cheapest way to reach Salzburg from Zurich Airport?

You can get to Salzburg with just $41 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Monday
from $44
Tuesday
from $41
Wednesday
from $43
Thursday
from $52
Friday
from $72
Saturday
from $67
Sunday
from $60

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:00 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $44
  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:55 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $44
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Air Serbia
    10h 15m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    7:50 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $171
  • EasyJet Airline
    13h 45m
    0
    8:15 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:00 AM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $272
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    4h 15m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:05 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from $460
  • Turkish Airlines
    7h 40m
    0
    10:40 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    6:20 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $480

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:00 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:55 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $43
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    23h 0m
    0
    11:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:50 PM
    Salzburg
    Aiglhof Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $89
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Air Dolomiti
    13h 45m
    0
    8:50 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:35 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $312
  • Lufthansa
    11h 10m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:35 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $312
  • AirBaltic
    9h 45m
    0
    12:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:35 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    AirBaltic
    Economy
    from $312
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    15h 30m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:35 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $330

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:00 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $43
  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:55 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $43

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:00 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $52
  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:55 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $52
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    12h 40m
    0
    8:20 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:00 AM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $174
  • Turkish Airlines
    27h 45m
    0
    2:35 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    6:20 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $547
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    4h 20m
    0
    4:25 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:45 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $548
  • Condor
    5h 15m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    1:20 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from $584

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:00 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $72
  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:55 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $81
  • FlixBus
    11h 0m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    6:30 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $86

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:00 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $67
  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:55 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $78
  • FlixBus
    11h 0m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    6:30 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $79
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • EasyJet Airline
    21h 45m
    0
    1:20 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:05 AM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $203
  • Edelweiss Air
    14h 40m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:35 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Edelweiss Air
    Economy
    from $234
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    3h 40m
    0
    4:25 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:05 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $481
  • British Airways
    8h 40m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    6:50 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $508

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:55 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $60
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:00 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $68
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • EasyJet Airline
    18h 10m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:55 AM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $167
  • AirBaltic
    23h 10m
    0
    8:40 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    7:50 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    AirBaltic
    Economy
    from $208
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    10h 20m
    0
    12:10 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:30 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $281
  • Lufthansa
    11h 5m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:30 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $301

What are the fastest trips from Zurich Airport to Salzburg?

You can get to Salzburg from Zurich Airport in just 3h 40m with a Flight from Swiss International Air Lines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Monday
from 4h 15m
Tuesday
from 5h 45m
Wednesday
from 8h 5m
Thursday
from 4h 20m
Friday
from 8h 5m
Saturday
from 3h 40m
Sunday
from 5h 15m

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    4h 15m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:05 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from $460
  • BA CityFlyer
    7h 15m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    5:25 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    BA CityFlyer
    Economy
    from $533
  • Turkish Airlines
    7h 40m
    0
    10:40 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    6:20 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $480
  • Air Serbia
    10h 15m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    7:50 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $171
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:55 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $44
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:00 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $44

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Condor
    5h 45m
    0
    4:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:35 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from $408
  • AirBaltic
    9h 45m
    0
    12:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:35 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    AirBaltic
    Economy
    from $312
  • Lufthansa
    11h 10m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:35 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $312
  • Air Dolomiti
    13h 45m
    0
    8:50 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:35 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $312
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:55 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $43
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:00 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    23h 0m
    0
    11:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:50 PM
    Salzburg
    Aiglhof Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $89

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:55 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $43
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:00 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $43

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Swiss International Air Lines
    4h 20m
    0
    4:25 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:45 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $548
  • Condor
    5h 15m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    1:20 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from $584
  • EasyJet Airline
    12h 40m
    0
    8:20 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:00 AM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $174
  • Eurowings
    24h 15m
    0
    8:15 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:30 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from $586
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:55 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $52
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:00 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $52

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:55 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $81
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:00 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $72
  • FlixBus
    11h 0m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    6:30 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $86

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Swiss International Air Lines
    3h 40m
    0
    4:25 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:05 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $481
  • Air Dolomiti
    7h 50m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:35 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $584
  • British Airways
    8h 40m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    6:50 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from $508
  • Edelweiss Air
    14h 40m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:35 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Edelweiss Air
    Economy
    from $234
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:55 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $78
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:00 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $67
  • FlixBus
    11h 0m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    6:30 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $79

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Condor
    5h 15m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    1:20 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from $383
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    10h 20m
    0
    12:10 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:30 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $281
  • Lufthansa
    11h 5m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:30 PM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $301
  • EasyJet Airline
    18h 10m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:55 AM
    Salzburg Airport
    Salzburg Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $167
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    11:55 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $60
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:00 PM
    Salzburg
    P+R South
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $68
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Zurich Airport to Salzburg

What are the most popular stations in Zurich Airport and Salzburg?

In Zurich Airport, you will usually depart from Zurich Airport or Zurich Airport Central Station, while in Salzburg you will be arriving at Lastenstrasse, P+R South or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Salzburg from Zurich Airport? With 6 connections between 2 Bus, Train and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Zurich Airport and Salzburg, you can pay as low as $41 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Swiss International Air Lines: you will get to Salzburg in just 3h 40m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Zurich Airport and Salzburg are FlixBus, EasyJet Airline and Swiss International Air Lines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Zurich Airport and Salzburg is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Rümlang or to Salzburg Airport, and look at flights from , and landing at Salzburg Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Zurich Airport to Salzburg?

The most popular companies between Zurich Airport and Salzburg, are FlixBus, EasyJet Airline and Swiss International Air Lines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

Airlines: EasyJet Airline, Swiss International Air Lines, Condor and 10 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Zurich Airport to Salzburg

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Zurich Airport to Salzburg. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Zurich Airport to Salzburg

How can I reach Salzburg from Zurich Airport?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus, Train and Flight, with which you can get to Salzburg from Zurich Airport.

How far is Salzburg from Zurich Airport?

The distance between Zurich Airport and Salzburg is 210.9 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Zurich Airport and Salzburg?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 9 kgs of CO2, a train 12 kgs, a car 58 kgs, and a flight 84 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Zurich Airport to Salzburg?

You can get to Salzburg with just $41 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich Airport to Salzburg?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Salzburg in just 3h 40m with a Flight from Swiss International Air Lines.

More routes to Zurich Airport and to Salzburg

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Zurich Airport and to Salzburg. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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