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Musik Instrumenten Museum der Völker
Museum in Mozart's mother's birthplace, presenting local history, instruments, and the village's rich links to the Mozart family.
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Salzburg to St. Gilgen
Showing times and prices for Aug 09
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
18 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
24 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salzburg to St. Gilgen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to St. Gilgen will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Fast buses
Of the 5 buses that leave Salzburg for St. Gilgen on Sun, Aug 09, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 09 the direct buses cover the 24 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Sun, Aug 09 the slowest buses will take 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.
6:30 PM0h20Salzburg6:50 PMSt. Gilgen$31One-way0 transfers- 5:10 PM0h10Salzburg5:20 PMSt. Gilgen$31One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 PM0h20Salzburg8:20 PMSt. Gilgen$31One-way0 transfers
- 2:10 PM0h30Salzburg2:40 PMSt. Gilgen$41One-way0 transfers
- 10:10 AM0h10Salzburg10:20 AMSt. Gilgen$41One-way0 transfers
- 10:10 AM0h10Salzburg10:20 AMSt. Gilgen$41One-way0 transfers
- 5:10 PM0h10Salzburg5:20 PMSt. Gilgen$31One-way0 transfers
- 6:30 PM0h20Salzburg6:50 PMSt. Gilgen$31One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 PM0h20Salzburg8:20 PMSt. Gilgen$31One-way0 transfers
- 2:10 PM0h30Salzburg2:40 PMSt. Gilgen$41One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salzburg to St. Gilgen
AustriaAustria
Buses from Salzburg to St. Gilgen run on average 2 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:33, the last at 23:22. The fastest bus covers the 14 miles (24 km) distance in 30m.
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
Distance 14 miles (24 km) |
Average bus duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 5:33 AM |
Last bus 11:22 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Salzburg to St. Gilgen Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 05:33AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 06:06AM | Arrival Time 06:43AM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 07:02AM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 06:57AM | Arrival Time 07:34AM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 07:27AM | Arrival Time 08:04AM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 07:57AM | Arrival Time 08:34AM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 08:12AM | Arrival Time 08:42AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 08:27AM | Arrival Time 09:04AM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 08:42AM | Arrival Time 09:12AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 08:57AM | Arrival Time 09:34AM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 09:12AM | Arrival Time 09:42AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 09:27AM | Arrival Time 10:04AM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 09:57AM | Arrival Time 10:34AM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 10:27AM | Arrival Time 11:04AM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 10:42AM | Arrival Time 11:12AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 10:57AM | Arrival Time 11:34AM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 11:12AM | Arrival Time 11:42AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 11:27AM | Arrival Time 12:04PM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 11:57AM | Arrival Time 12:34PM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 12:27PM | Arrival Time 01:04PM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 12:57PM | Arrival Time 01:34PM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 01:27PM | Arrival Time 02:04PM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 01:57PM | Arrival Time 02:34PM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 02:27PM | Arrival Time 03:04PM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh | Departure Time 02:57PM | Arrival Time 03:34PM | Duration 0h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Live departures
Salzburg to St. Gilgen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to St. Gilgen buses for today, Saturday, August 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:10 PM Salzburg | 0h50 | 3:00 PM St. Gilgen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:20 PM Salzburg | 0h10 | 3:30 PM St. Gilgen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:00 PM Salzburg | 0h10 | 9:10 PM St. Gilgen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 9 | |||||
| 10:10 AM Salzburg | 0h10 | 10:20 AM St. Gilgen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh from Salzburg to St. GilgenYou can travel by bus between Salzburg to St. Gilgen with BlaBlaCar, Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh for as low as $9 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
2 a day
Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
30m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€7)
Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh frequency
25 a day
Complete guide to St. Gilgen
Things to do in St. Gilgen
Discover the best of St. Gilgen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect St. Gilgen trip today.
- Recommended
Puppenmuseum Sankt Wolfgang
Nearby puppet museum in Sankt Wolfgang showcasing handcrafted figures and stage traditions, easy to pair with a Wolfgangsee excursion.
- Recommended
Heimatmuseum Strobl
Nearby museum in Strobl on regional customs and objects, a worthwhile detour for deeper context on Wolfgangsee cultural traditions.
- Must visit
Seepromenade
Lakeside promenade with mountain views, boat activity, and easy access to the village center; one of St. Gilgen's signature walks.
- Must visit
Zwölferhorn
Major panoramic summit area reached by cable car or hiking trails, famous for sweeping views over Wolfgangsee and alpine ridges.
- Must visit
Fürberg
Scenic peninsula and walking area west of the village, loved for tranquil lake views, swimming spots, and classic photo perspectives.
- Vegetarian
Salzburger Nockerl
Salzburg Nockerl is a fluffy baked soufflé dessert from the Salzburg region, shaped like local hills and prized as a classic sweet specialty.
- Vegetarian
Kasnocken
Kasnocken are small dumpling noodles tossed with melted alpine cheese and onions, a hearty Austrian mountain dish common around Salzburg.
Brettljause
Brettljause is a rustic wooden board with local cheese, cured meats, spreads, pickles, and bread, popular in Salzkammergut inns and beer gardens.
Hotel Billroth Restaurant
Lakeside hotel restaurant with refined Austrian cooking, Wolfgangsee fish, and scenic terrace views suited to a relaxed fine dining meal.
Gasthof Zur Post
Traditional Austrian inn in the center, known for regional classics, fish, and a cozy historic dining room with dependable local character.
Brunnwind
Casual café and restaurant on the lakefront, popular for Austrian dishes, coffee, cakes, and a pleasant terrace in the heart of St. Gilgen.
Euro (€)
Moderate for an Austrian lake village: stays cost more in summer, while dining and local transit are similar to other Salzkammergut resorts.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €50-80 per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €3.50-4.50 for cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up in cafes and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
FAQs: Bus from Salzburg to St. Gilgen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to St. Gilgen by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St. Gilgen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Salzburg to St. Gilgen can start from as little as $9 (€7) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Salzburg to St. Gilgen is $9 (€7) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Salzburg to St. Gilgen is 30m to travel the 14 miles (24 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Salzburg to St. Gilgen leaves at 5:33 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Salzburg to St. Gilgen leaves at 11:22 PM.
Yes, there are 2 direct buses a day from Salzburg to St. Gilgen with BlaBlaCar, Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Salzburg to St. Gilgen, you can count on BlaBlaCar, Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh for the best way to get you to St. Gilgen. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Salzburg and St. Gilgen and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
Yes, you can take a bus between Salzburg and St. Gilgen.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Salzburg to St. Gilgen.
No, the bus from Salzburg to St. Gilgen has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Salzburg to St. Gilgen.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Salzburg to St. Gilgen.
No, luggage for the bus from Salzburg to St. Gilgen needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Salzburg to St. Gilgen.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Salzburg to St. Gilgen.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Salzburg to St. Gilgen.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Salzburg to St. Gilgen.
Austria uses the Euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards, but card payments are widely accepted in cities and tourist areas, while cash may be preferred in smaller towns or for small purchases.
In St. Gilgen, travelers should be aware of typical safety concerns such as pickpocketing in crowded areas, especially near popular attractions and transport hubs. It is advisable to secure personal belongings and remain vigilant in busy spots. While scams are not widely reported, travelers should be cautious of unofficial taxi services and always agree on fares beforehand or use licensed providers. Staying informed about weather conditions is also important, as sudden changes can affect outdoor activities.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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