Vienna to Salzburg train with Westbahn

Tue, May 13
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to Salzburg

Showing times and prices for May 14

Cheapest price

€52

Average price

€60

Fastest journey

2 h 25 m

Average duration

2 h 36 m

Trains per day

37

Distance

252 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Vienna to Salzburg will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.

Fast trains

Of the 37 trains that leave Vienna for Salzburg on Wed, May 14, 37 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, May 14 the direct trains cover the 252 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .

On Wed, May 14 the slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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.

ÖBB | RailjetRJ 542
06:28AM3h21
Vienna Hbf
09:49AMSalzburg Hbf
521One-way
0 transfers
Westbahn
08:15PM2h57
Vienna Westbahnhof
11:12PMSalzburg Hbf
561One-way
0 transfers
Westbahn
12:15PM2h53
Vienna Westbahnhof
03:08PMSalzburg Hbf
561One-way
0 transfers
Westbahn
10:15AM2h53
Vienna Westbahnhof
01:08PMSalzburg Hbf
561One-way
0 transfers
Westbahn
08:45AM2h53
Vienna Westbahnhof
11:38AMSalzburg Hbf
561One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Vienna to Salzburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Bus

€48

Average price

€41

Average price

Cheapest

3h 14m

Average duration

Fastest

2h 44m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

9h 57m

Average duration

9h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Vienna to Salzburg train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday, May 13
Last updated at 1:12 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
westbahn3:45 AM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
6:38 AM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn4:15 AM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
7:08 AM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn4:45 AM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
7:38 AM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn5:45 AM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
8:38 AM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn6:15 AM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
9:08 AM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn6:45 AM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
9:38 AM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn7:15 AM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
10:08 AM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn7:45 AM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
10:38 AM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn8:15 AM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
11:08 AM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn8:45 AM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
11:38 AM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn10:15 AM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
1:08 PM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn11:15 AM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
2:08 PM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn12:15 PM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
3:08 PM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn12:45 PM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
3:38 PM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn1:15 PM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
4:08 PM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn1:45 PM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
4:38 PM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn2:15 PM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
5:08 PM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn2:45 PM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
5:38 PM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn3:45 PM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
6:38 PM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn4:45 PM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
7:38 PM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn5:15 PM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h53
8:08 PM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn6:15 PM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h57
9:12 PM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect
westbahn10:08 PM Vienna Westbahnhof
2h57
1:05 AM Salzburg Hbf0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Vienna to Salzburg

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Trains from Vienna to Salzburg run on average 31 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €15
Distance
252 km
Average train duration
2h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
€20
Trains per day
31
Direct trains
30
Train providers
11
Fastest train
2h 30m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:53
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €15

Train providers: Westbahn, ÖBB and ÖBB | Railjet trains Vienna to Salzburg

Travel to Salzburg from Vienna from €20 with Omio’s train partners Westbahn, ÖBB and ÖBB | Railjet! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient journey for you.

Westbahn is a train company based in Austria, offering services throughout the country. It operates a fleet of modern, comfortable trains, including the EuroCity, InterCity, and RailJet. The EuroCity is a high-speed train that connects major cities in Austria, while the InterCity is a regional train that stops at smaller towns and villages. The RailJet is a luxurious train that offers a range of onboard amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a restaurant car. Westbahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Passengers can also purchase tickets online or at the station. The most popular routes for Westbahn include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz. All of these routes offer frequent departures throughout the day, making it easy to find a convenient time to travel.

Train information from Vienna to Salzburg with Westbahn:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 30 min
  • Cheapest Price: €24
  • Westbahn frequency: 23 a day

Trains from Vienna to Salzburg

Austrian train companies ÖBB and Westbahn operate direct high speed trains from Vienna to Salzburg. The 157 mile route takes approximately 2 and a half hours and trains run on a regular basis, with between 2 and 4 trains departing from Vienna each hour throughout the week and at weekends. The first train leaves around 6:00 a.m. and the last train departs close to midnight.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Vienna to Salzburg?

Departure Station: Vienna West train station (Wien Westbahnhof) is located just west of the city centre next to Mariahilferstrasse, the city's main shopping street. There are regular underground (U-Bahn), tram and bus services to the station. The city centre is about a 10 minute journey on the underground.

Arrival Station: The Salzburg train station (Salzburg Hauptbahnhof) is the major transport hub in western Austria. There are numerous city buses, post buses and train routes operating services to local areas and nearby communities. The station is a 15 minute walk from the main city centre, or you can take a taxi from outside the main exit.

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Popular train stations from Vienna to Salzburg

Vienna
Salzburg
The major train station for departures in Vienna is Wien Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wien Hauptbahnhof for your trip from Vienna to Salzburg.
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
  • Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • L’Osteria
  • Akakiko
  • McDonald’s
  • Oberlaa
  • Nordsee
  • Som Kitchen
  • Starbucks
  • Admiral Sports Bar
  • Asia Gourmet
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Star Inn Hotel
  • Quartier Belvedere
  • AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Wien HütteldorfWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
8 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
4
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access is available via Keißlergasse.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Hütteldorfer
  • Gasthaus Maria Brunn
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
WC
WC
  • €0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel An der Wien
  • Hotel Kreiner
  • Hotel Hadrigan
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and S-Bahn trains
  • Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transit options for Wien Hütteldorf
  • Metro: U4
  • S-Bahn: S45, S50
  • Bus: Several lines available
Wien Hbf (Autoreisezuganlage)ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Hotel
Hotel
  • Andaz Vienna on Belvedere
Wien Meidling BahnhofWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Eichenstraße.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Meidlinger Markt
  • Gasthaus Tirolergarten
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • €0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Rainers
  • Austria Trend Hotel Bosei
  • Hotel Fabrik
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Austria, Germany, and Hungary
  • Hall 2: S-Bahn and metro connections
Public transit options for Wien Meidling Bahnhof
  • Metro: Line U6
  • Tram: Line 62
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S60
Flughafen WienWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 24 hours Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the A4 motorway.
Dining
Dining
  • Café Restaurant Johann Strauss
  • Zugvogel
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
  • Moxy Vienna Airport
  • LifeHotel Vienna Airport
Shower
Shower
  • Cost €6
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main terminal
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main terminal
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Green Motion
  • Avis
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main terminal
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
  • Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
  • Hall 3: CAT connections
Public transit options for Flughafen Wien
  • S-Bahn: Line S7
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • CAT (City Airport Train) to Vienna city center
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
10
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • 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.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Westpol
  • Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof
  • Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle
  • Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • 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
Public transit options for Wien Westbahnhof
  • Metro: Line U3, Line U6
  • Tram: Line 5, Line 6, Line 9, Line 18, Line 52, Line 60
  • Bus: Several lines available
The major train station for arrivals in Salzburg is Salzburg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salzburg Hbf for your journey to Salzburg from Vienna.
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
11
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Imlauer
  • Stieglitz
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Europa Salzburg
  • Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
  • H+ Hotel Salzburg
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
  • Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
Public transit options for Salzburg Hbf
  • Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
  • S-Bahn: Line S3
  • Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
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