The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hbf
Cheapest price
€54
Average price
€58
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hbf will cost around €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
Of the 31 trains that leave Vienna Westbahnhof for Salzburg Hbf on Tue, May 05, 28 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 05 the direct trains cover the 249 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Tue, May 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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.
9047:38 AM2h30Vienna Westbahnhof10:08 AMSalzburg Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
9203:38 PM2h30Vienna Westbahnhof6:08 PMSalzburg Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
91211:38 AM2h30Vienna Westbahnhof2:08 PMSalzburg Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
97411:08 AM2h30Vienna Westbahnhof1:38 PMSalzburg Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
9005:38 AM2h30Vienna Westbahnhof8:08 AMSalzburg Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
9047:38 AM2h30Vienna Westbahnhof10:08 AMSalzburg Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
9203:38 PM2h30Vienna Westbahnhof6:08 PMSalzburg Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
91211:38 AM2h30Vienna Westbahnhof2:08 PMSalzburg Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
97411:08 AM2h30Vienna Westbahnhof1:38 PMSalzburg Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
9005:38 AM2h30Vienna Westbahnhof8:08 AMSalzburg Hbf€541One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 249 km
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3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hbf trains for today, Monday, May 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
922 | 4:38 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 7:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
CJX 5+ IC 742 | 4:48 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 3h01 | 7:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
978 | 5:08 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 7:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
CJX 5 · RJX 760 | 5:18 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h35 | 7:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
924 | 5:38 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 8:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
968 | 6:08 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 8:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
926 | 6:38 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 9:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
954 | 7:08 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 9:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
928 | 7:38 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 10:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
930 | 8:38 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h34 | 11:12 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
998 | 12:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h34 | 2:42 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
900 | 5:38 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 8:08 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
960 | 6:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 8:38 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
902 | 6:38 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 9:08 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
970 | 7:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 9:38 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
904 | 7:38 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 10:08 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
962 | 8:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 10:38 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
CJX 5 · RJX 662 | 8:18 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h35 | 10:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
REX 51+ IC 546 | 8:23 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 3h26 | 11:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
906 | 8:38 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 11:08 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
972 | 9:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 11:38 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
CJX 5 · RJX 562 | 9:18 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h35 | 11:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
908 | 9:38 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 12:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
964 | 10:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 12:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
910 | 10:38 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 1:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
974 | 11:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 1:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
912 | 11:38 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 2:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
914 | 12:38 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 3:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
916 | 1:38 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 4:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
918 | 2:38 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 5:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
976 | 3:08 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 5:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
920 | 3:38 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 6:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
966 | 4:08 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 6:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hbf
Trains from Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hbf run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:48, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 249 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 249 km |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 21 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 12:48 AM |
Last train 11:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Westbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug from Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hbf trainsWestbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug trains will get you between Vienna Westbahnhof and Salzburg Hbf from €14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | REX
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | Regionalzug
FAQs: Trains from Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg 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 Salzburg Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hbf
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Felberstraße 1.
- Restaurant Westpol
- Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof
- Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle
- Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-10 for regional and suburban trains
- Hall 3: access to metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line U3, Line U6
- Tram: Line 5, Line 6, Line 9, Line 18, Line 52, Line 60
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
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