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DomQuartier Salzburg
Baroque museum complex linking the State Rooms, cathedral museum spaces, and St. Peter's areas, offering one of Salzburg's richest historical and artistic experiences.
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 22 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap bus 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 $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
It's difficult to get from Innsbruck to Salzburg without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio 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 $30. 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 $30, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 85 miles (137 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $41 Average price | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Innsbruck to Salzburg:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Innsbruck to Salzburg costing on average $41 (€33).
Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 51m.
Tickets start at around $39 (€32) compared to roughly $48 (€39) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9 (€7). The journey takes 2h 51m versus 2h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
The table below shows live departures for Innsbruck to Salzburg buses for today, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 PM Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 5h10 | 11:55 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 5h10 | 1:30 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 AM Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 5h50 | 6:10 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 6h10 | 1:10 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 AM Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 6h25 | 3:45 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 PM Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 5h40 | 9:15 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 4h40 | 10:00 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Innsbruck to Salzburg run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 85 miles (137 km) distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 85 miles (137 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
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Baroque museum complex linking the State Rooms, cathedral museum spaces, and St. Peter's areas, offering one of Salzburg's richest historical and artistic experiences.
Historic house museum on Getreidegasse where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born, displaying period rooms, instruments, and biographical exhibits.
Major modern and contemporary art museum with two venues, known for Austrian and international exhibitions and strong city views from the Mönchsberg site.
Salzburg's most famous old-town shopping street, lined with wrought-iron guild signs, historic facades, and Mozart's birthplace.
Formal gardens beside Mirabell Palace, loved for geometric flowerbeds, statues, and classic postcard views toward the fortress.
Prominent hill with walking trails, terraces, and elevated city vistas, combining nature, viewpoints, and access to Museum der Moderne.
A signature Salzburg dessert made from sweet soufflé-like meringue, traditionally shaped like the city’s surrounding hills and served warm.
A beloved Alpine comfort dish of small dumpling-like noodles tossed with melted cheese and topped with crispy onions, common in Salzburg inns.
Boiled beef served in broth with root vegetables and classic sides such as horseradish and apple sauce, a staple of Austrian cuisine often found in Salzburg.
Famous monastic beer hall with self-service beer, communal tables, and classic Salzburg food stalls in a historic, convivial setting.
Well-regarded fine dining restaurant offering creative modern cuisine with polished service in an intimate upscale atmosphere.
Traditional inn near the Müllner district, especially known for Austrian classics and roast chicken in a rustic local atmosphere.
Prices are high by Austrian standards, especially for hotels and central dining, but bakeries and lunch deals help.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. Leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxis and small cafe bills.
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