The cheapest and fastest trains from Innsbruck to Salzburg
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€51
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Trains per day
41
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Innsbruck to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Innsbruck to Salzburg will cost around €51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 41 trains that leave Innsbruck for Salzburg on Fri, Jul 03, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 03 the direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Fri, Jul 03 the slowest trains will take 2 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 199399:58 PM2h05Innsbruck Hbf12:03 AMSalzburg Hbf€201One-way0 transfers
NJ 13485+
S 31:50 AM3h55Innsbruck Hbf5:45 AMSalzburg Hbf€301One-way1 transfer
RJX199151:58 PM2h05Innsbruck Hbf4:03 PMSalzburg Hbf€301One-way0 transfers
RJX199294:56 AM2h06Innsbruck Hbf7:02 AMSalzburg Hbf€301One-way0 transfers
RJX199735:56 AM2h06Innsbruck Hbf8:02 AMSalzburg Hbf€301One-way0 transfers
RJX1997711:58 AM2h05Innsbruck Hbf2:03 PMSalzburg Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
RJX 1869:58 AM2h05Innsbruck Hbf12:03 PMSalzburg Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
RJX199151:58 PM2h05Innsbruck Hbf4:03 PMSalzburg Hbf€301One-way0 transfers
RJX199573:58 PM2h05Innsbruck Hbf6:03 PMSalzburg Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
RJX199195:58 PM2h05Innsbruck Hbf8:03 PMSalzburg Hbf€501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Innsbruck to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Innsbruck to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 137 km
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2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Innsbruck to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Innsbruck to Salzburg trains for today, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX19929 | 4:56 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h06 | 7:02 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19973 | 5:56 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h06 | 8:02 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 4 · RJ 288 · RJX 61 | On time 6:22 AM Innsbruck | 2h36 | 8:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 288 · RJX 61 | On time 6:42 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h16 | 8:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
REX 5351+ 79066 · 79009 | 6:52 AM Innsbruck | 2h54 | 9:46 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX19981 | 6:56 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h06 | 9:02 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19975 | 7:58 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h05 | 10:03 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1206+ 79011 | On time 8:20 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h26 | 10:46 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE5+ ICE 1206 | On time 8:20 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h26 | 10:46 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
REX 5353+ 79013 · 79070 | 8:52 AM Innsbruck | 2h54 | 11:46 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX19983 | 8:56 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h06 | 11:02 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 5369+ 79015 · 79072 | 9:52 AM Innsbruck | 2h54 | 12:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 186 | 9:58 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h05 | 12:03 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 5355+ 79074 · 79019 | 10:52 AM Innsbruck | 2h54 | 1:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX19985 | 10:56 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h06 | 1:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 5373+ 79076 · 79021 | 11:52 AM Innsbruck | 2h54 | 2:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX19977 | 11:58 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h05 | 2:03 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 5357+ 79078 · 79023 | 12:52 PM Innsbruck | 2h54 | 3:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX13477 | 12:56 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h06 | 3:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19915 | 1:58 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h05 | 4:03 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 5359+ 79082 · 79029 | 2:52 PM Innsbruck | 2h54 | 5:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX13479 | 2:56 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h06 | 5:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19957 | 3:58 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h05 | 6:03 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 5395+ 79037 · 79086 | 4:52 PM Innsbruck | 2h54 | 7:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX19961 | 4:56 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h06 | 7:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19919 | 5:58 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h05 | 8:03 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 4 · RJ 82 · RJ 1293 | On time 6:22 PM Innsbruck | 2h39 | 9:01 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
REX 5397+ 79090 · 79041 | 6:52 PM Innsbruck | 2h50 | 9:42 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX13483 | 6:56 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h08 | 9:04 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 5389+ 79092 · 79043 | 7:52 PM Innsbruck | 2h53 | 10:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX19937 | 7:58 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h07 | 10:05 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
NJ 40420+ RE5 | 8:46 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h59 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RB54 · RE5+ REX 2 | 8:50 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h55 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
REX 5391+ 79094 · 79045 | 8:52 PM Innsbruck | 2h53 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
REX 5393+ 79096 · 79047 | 9:52 PM Innsbruck | 2h50 | 12:42 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 19939 | 9:58 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h05 | 12:03 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 3 | |||||
NJ 13485+ S 3 | 1:50 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 3h55 | 5:45 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Innsbruck to Salzburg
Trains from Innsbruck to Salzburg run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 137 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 137 km |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, Bayerische Regiobahn, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight from Innsbruck to Salzburg trainsÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, Bayerische Regiobahn, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight trains will get you between Innsbruck and Salzburg from €19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Westbahn
ÖBB | Railjet
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | InterCity
EuroNight
Bayerische Regiobahn
Trains from Innsbruck to Salzburg
The journey between Innsbruck and Salzburg is one of Austrian railways' key routes. A regular and famously reliable service leaves Innsbruck's main station, Innsbruck Hbf, for Salzburg Hbf hourly on weekdays and weekends. All services are operated by OBB, the Austrian state railway company. The direct journey takes around 1 hour 46 minutes by Railjet, OBB's flagship high-speed train with an onboard restaurant. Seats can be reserved in economy, business class and first class, which features cabin service meals and drinks.
FAQs: Trains from Innsbruck to Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Innsbruck to Salzburg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Innsbruck to Salzburg
Most Innsbruck to Salzburg trains use the Innsbruck Hbf to Salzburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Use this guide to compare Innsbruck and Salzburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Innsbruck station do trains to Salzburg leave from?
Getting to Innsbruck Hbf from Innsbruck city centre
Innsbruck Hbf train station facilities and services
Innsbruck Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Europa Stüberl, Die Pizzerei
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, Grand Hotel Europa, ibis Innsbruck.
Getting to Innsbruck Westbahnhof from Innsbruck city centre
Innsbruck Westbahnhof is 1 km from Innsbruck city centre. Public transport options include:
Innsbruck Westbahnhof train station facilities and services
Innsbruck Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, NALA Individuellhotel, Hotel Zach.
Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst) train station facilities and services
Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst).
Which Salzburg station do trains from Innsbruck arrive at?
Getting to Salzburg Hbf from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Getting to Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) train station facilities and services
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Getting to Salzburg Liefering from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Liefering is 4 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Liefering train station facilities and services
Salzburg Liefering has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Salzburg Liefering.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Liefering: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Liefering: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Liefering.
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