The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf
Cheapest price on Aug 30
€25
Average ticket price on Aug 30
€61
Fastest journey on Aug 30
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
2 h 25 m
Trains on Aug 30
39
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf will cost around €61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 39 trains from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf, including 38 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct trains cover the 251 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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.
EC 4633:50 AM2h42Salzburg Hbf6:32 AMVienna Hbf€251One-way0 transfers
NJ 40294+
S 34:44 AM3h39Salzburg Hbf8:23 AMVienna Hbf€271One-way1 transfer
NJ 134874:33 AM3h25Salzburg Hbf7:58 AMVienna Hbf€351One-way0 transfers
RJX 7695:01 AM2h31Salzburg Hbf7:32 AMVienna Hbf€401One-way0 transfers
IC 5436:11 AM2h52Salzburg Hbf9:03 AMVienna Hbf€501One-way0 transfers
RJX1997510:07 AM2h25Salzburg Hbf12:32 PMVienna Hbf€661One-way0 transfers
RJX199297:07 AM2h25Salzburg Hbf9:32 AMVienna Hbf€661One-way0 transfers
RJX134839:07 PM2h25Salzburg Hbf11:32 PMVienna Hbf€601One-way0 transfers
RJX 2658:07 AM2h25Salzburg Hbf10:32 AMVienna Hbf€661One-way0 transfers
RJX 619:07 AM2h25Salzburg Hbf11:32 AMVienna Hbf€661One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, while a train costs an average of €53.
Distance: 251 km
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3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf trains for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX13479 | 5:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 745 | 5:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 8:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19917 | 6:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 8:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 747 | 6:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 9:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 261 | 7:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 749 | 7:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 10:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19919 | 8:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 406 | 8:30 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h46 | 11:16 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX13483 | 9:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 11:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 843 | 9:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 12:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19937 | 10:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h28 | 12:35 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 30 | |||||
RJ 263 | 12:13 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h07 | 3:20 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 463 | 3:50 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h42 | 6:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
NJ 40236 | 4:33 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h25 | 7:58 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
NJ 13487 | 4:33 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h25 | 7:58 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
NJ 40294+ S 3 | 4:44 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h39 | 8:23 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 769 | 5:01 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h31 | 7:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 543 | 6:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 9:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19929 | 7:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 9:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 545 | 7:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 10:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 265 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 10:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 547 | 8:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 11:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
NJ 40421 | 8:26 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h45 | 11:11 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 61 | 9:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 11:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1211 | 10:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h47 | 12:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19975 | 10:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 12:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 641 | 10:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 1:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 63 | 11:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 1:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 186 | 12:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 2:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 645 | 12:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 3:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 65 | 1:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 3:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 647 | 1:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 4:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1215 | 2:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h47 | 4:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19977 | 2:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 4:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 649 | 2:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 5:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX13477 | 3:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 741 | 3:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 6:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19915 | 4:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 6:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 743 | 4:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 7:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf
Trains from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:19, the last at 20:07. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 1:19 AM |
Last train 8:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
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, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Westbahn from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf trainsÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Westbahn trains will get you between Salzburg Hbf and Vienna Hbf from €20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Westbahn
ÖBB | S-Bahn
FAQs: Trains from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf 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 Vienna Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf
Most Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Wien Westbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Salzburg Hbf and Vienna Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Wien Hauptbahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.



