Day trip from Munich to Salzburg
Salzburg lies 116 km (72 mi) east of Munich, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 116 km (72 mi) apart, Salzburg is a realistic day trip from Munich: about 1 h 53 min each way by road.
| Munich | Salzburg | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Austria |
| Population | 1.5 million | 157,245 |
| Elevation | 524 m (1,719 ft) | 435 m (1,427 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Vienna) |
What changes when you arrive in Salzburg
Crossing from Germany into Austria: the dialling code becomes +43; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648812.
Where to book tours and tickets in Salzburg
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Staying in Salzburg
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Common questions
How far is Salzburg from Munich?
116 km (72 mi) in a straight line, east of Munich; by road roughly 141 km (88 mi).
How long does it take to get from Munich to Salzburg by road?
About 1 h 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Munich and Salzburg?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Salzburg?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.