The cheapest and fastest trains from St Pölten to Salzburg
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €20
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €48
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 1 h 54 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 1 h 57 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 35
- Distance
- 198 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Pölten to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Pölten to Salzburg will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 35 trains from St Pölten to Salzburg, including 34 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 198 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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 8485:31 AM 2h18 St.Pölten Hbf 7:49 AM Salzburg Hbf €20 1 One-way 0 transfers
RJ 820+
REX 21:02 AM 5h40 St.Pölten Hbf 6:42 AM Salzburg Hbf €20 1 One-way 1 transfer
RJX 3685:59 AM 1h54 St.Pölten Hbf 7:53 AM Salzburg Hbf €25 1 One-way 0 transfers
IC 4076:15 AM 2h15 St.Pölten Hbf 8:30 AM Salzburg Hbf €25 1 One-way 0 transfers
IC 5406:31 AM 2h18 St.Pölten Hbf 8:49 AM Salzburg Hbf €25 1 One-way 0 transfers
RJX 3685:59 AM 1h54 St.Pölten Hbf 7:53 AM Salzburg Hbf €25 1 One-way 0 transfers
RJX199507:59 AM 1h54 St.Pölten Hbf 9:53 AM Salzburg Hbf €59 1 One-way 0 transfers
RJX199606:59 AM 1h54 St.Pölten Hbf 8:53 AM Salzburg Hbf €59 1 One-way 0 transfers
9246:06 PM 2h02 St.Pölten Hbf 8:08 PM Salzburg Hbf €49 1 One-way 0 transfers
9027:06 AM 2h02 St.Pölten Hbf 9:08 AM Salzburg Hbf €49 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from St Pölten to Salzburg
Trains from St Pölten to Salzburg run on average 34 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 33 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 198 km distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 198 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 33 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
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Live departures
St Pölten to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for St Pölten to Salzburg trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
928 | 8:06 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 10:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
930 | 9:06 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h06 | 11:12 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, November 2 | |||||
EC 462 | 12:01 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h06 | 2:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
998 | 12:36 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h06 | 2:42 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 820+ REX 2 | 1:02 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 5h40 | 6:42 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 848 | 5:31 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h18 | 7:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 368 | 5:59 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 1h54 | 7:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
900 | 6:06 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 8:08 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 407 | 6:15 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h15 | 8:30 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 540 | 6:31 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h18 | 8:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
960 | 6:36 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 8:38 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19960 | 6:59 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 1h54 | 8:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
902 | 7:06 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 9:08 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
79212 | 7:36 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 9:38 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19950 | 7:59 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 1h54 | 9:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
904 | 8:06 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 10:08 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
962 | 8:36 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 10:38 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
906 | 9:06 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 11:08 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
79214 | 9:36 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 11:38 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
908 | 10:06 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 12:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
964 | 10:36 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 12:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
910 | 11:06 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 1:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
79216 | 11:36 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 1:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
912 | 12:06 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 2:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
914 | 1:06 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 3:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
916 | 2:06 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 4:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
918 | 3:06 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 5:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
79220 | 3:36 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 5:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
920 | 4:06 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 6:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
966 | 4:36 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 6:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
922 | 5:06 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 7:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
79222 | 5:36 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 7:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
924 | 6:06 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 8:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
968 | 6:36 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 8:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
954 | 7:36 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 2h02 | 9:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from St Pölten to Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Pölten 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 St Pölten to Salzburg
Most St Pölten to Salzburg trains use the St.Pölten Hbf to Salzburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Salzburg Liefering. Use this guide to compare St Pölten and Salzburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which St Pölten station do trains to Salzburg leave from?
Getting to St.Pölten Hbf from St Pölten city centre
St.Pölten Hbf is 1 km from St Pölten city centre. Public transport options include:
St.Pölten Hbf train station facilities and services
St.Pölten 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 La Dolce Vita, Gasthaus Figl
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St.Pölten Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at St.Pölten Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St.Pölten Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St.Pölten Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St.Pölten Hbf: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Metropol, Cityhotel D&C, Hotel Graf.
Getting to Viehofen from St Pölten city centre
Viehofen is 3 km from St Pölten city centre. Public transport options include:
Viehofen train station facilities and services
Viehofen has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Viehofen.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Viehofen: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Viehofen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Viehofen.
Which Salzburg station do trains from St Pölten 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 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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