Route guide

Oslo → Salzburg

1354 km · Norway to Austria · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €43+ by bus

How to travel from Oslo to Salzburg

There are 4 ways to travel between Oslo and Salzburg — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€96–284

Duration: 11h 17m

via Vy, ÖBB (Railjet)

~19 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€43–115

Duration: 19h 21m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~38 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€89–283

Duration: 4h 18m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Norwegian, Austrian Airlines

~211 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€163–298

Duration: 15h 3m

~230 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Oslo and Salzburg highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 1354 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Norway into Austria. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Oslo to Salzburg — every option in detail

Oslo to Salzburg by train

Trains link Oslo (Norway) and Salzburg (Austria) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 11h 17m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Vy, ÖBB (Railjet).

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €96 to €284. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 19 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 211 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~192 kg on this distance.

Oslo to Salzburg by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Oslo and Salzburg with a typical journey of 19h 21m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €43 when booked in advance, rising to €115 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Oslo to Salzburg by flight

Flights between Oslo and Salzburg take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 18m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Norwegian, Austrian Airlines.

Typical fare range is €89–283. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 211 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Oslo to Salzburg by car

The driving distance from Oslo to Salzburg is approximately 1557 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 15h 3m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €163–298 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Norway–Austria border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 230 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Oslo and Salzburg is approximately 1354 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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