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How to get from Cesky Krumlov to Salzburg
Door-to-door shuttle minibuses take about 3 hours and are the most popular option. By train there is no direct service: you change in České Budějovice and Linz, about 4 h 30–5 h in total. Driving takes about 3 hours.
Best option: Bus. Shared shuttles pick you up at your hotel and drop you in Salzburg without changes.
All the ways to make the trip
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| bus Shared door-to-door shuttle minibuses run by several local companies | about 3 h | a few a day, more in summer | about €40–60 per person | Book a day or more ahead; private shuttles also available. |
| train Local train to České Budějovice, train to Linz, then ÖBB train to Salzburg Hbf | about 4 h 30–5 h with two changes | a few connections a day | about €30–50 | The Budějovice–Linz section is slow and infrequent. Check current timetables. |
| car Via the Dolní Dvořiště border, Linz and the A1 Westautobahn | about 3 h (about 210 km) | fuel plus an Austrian motorway vignette | Rental cross-border fees may apply. Park in Salzburg's garages, not the old town. |
*Approximate prices and times for 2026. Timetables change by season: check with the operator before you travel.
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Tips
- Ask the shuttle company about luggage limits and child seats.
- Buy the Austrian e-vignette before crossing the border.
- Some shuttles offer stops at Hallstatt for an extra fee.
- Salzburg's old town is pedestrianised; use the Altstadt garage or park-and-ride.
Common questions
Is there a direct train from Český Krumlov to Salzburg?
No. You need at least two changes: a local train to České Budějovice, a cross-border train to Linz, and an ÖBB train on to Salzburg. The whole journey usually takes 4½–5 hours with limited connections. Most travellers prefer a shuttle minibus, which takes about 3 hours door to door.
What is the shuttle like?
Several companies run shared minibuses between Český Krumlov and Salzburg, picking up at hotels or a central point in the morning or afternoon. Expect about 3 hours with a short stop, and a fare of roughly €40–60 per person. Book at least a day ahead, and confirm pick-up details and luggage limits.
What is the cheapest way?
The train with two changes can be slightly cheaper than a shuttle, particularly with advance Czech and Austrian fares, but it is slower. Driving is economical for a group, though you need an Austrian vignette and may pay a cross-border fee on a rental car. Prices vary by season, so compare before booking.
Can I stop in Hallstatt on the way?
Hallstatt is not on the direct route, but some shuttle companies and private drivers offer it as a detour for an extra fee. By car it adds roughly 1½–2 hours plus time to visit. By public transport it is a separate journey via Attnang-Puchheim and the Salzkammergut line, so it is better done from Salzburg.
Compiled by TonyPlan from operator and transport information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.