4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Vienna
Cheapest price
63S$
Average price
95S$
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
67
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Vienna will cost around 95S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 63S$.
Of the 67 trains that leave Salzburg for Vienna every day 67 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 252 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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.
NJ 134874:33 AM3h25Salzburg Hbf7:58 AMVienna Hbf63 S$1One-way0 changes
IC 8439:11 PM2h52Salzburg Hbf12:03 AMVienna Hbf63 S$1One-way0 changes
EC 4633:50 AM2h42Salzburg Hbf6:32 AMVienna Hbf63 S$1One-way0 changes
RJX134839:07 PM2h25Salzburg Hbf11:32 PMVienna Hbf79 S$1One-way0 changes- RJX 7695:01 AM2h31Salzburg Hbf7:32 AMVienna Hbf79 S$1One-way0 changes
- RJX1997510:07 AM2h25Salzburg Hbf12:32 PMVienna Hbf105 S$1One-way0 changes
- RJX199738:07 AM2h25Salzburg Hbf10:32 AMVienna Hbf105 S$1One-way0 changes
- RJX199819:07 AM2h25Salzburg Hbf11:32 AMVienna Hbf105 S$1One-way0 changes
- RJX199851:07 PM2h25Salzburg Hbf3:32 PMVienna Hbf105 S$1One-way0 changes
- RJX199772:07 PM2h25Salzburg Hbf4:32 PMVienna Hbf105 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Salzburg to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 51S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 51S$, and a flight costs an average of 948S$.
Distance: 252 km
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77S$ Average Price | 65S$ Average Price Cheapest | 1067S$ Average Price |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Vienna train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Vienna trains for today, Friday, 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 921 | 2:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 5:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJX13477 | 3:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 741 | 3:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 6:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 923 | 3:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 6:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJX19915 | 4:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 6:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 743 | 4:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 7:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 79219 | 4:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 6:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| 925 | 4:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 7:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJX13479 | 5:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 967 | 5:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 7:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| 927 | 5:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 8:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| 79221 | 6:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 8:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| 929 | 6:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 9:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| 969 | 7:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 9:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| 931 | 7:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 10:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| 79223 | 8:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 10:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday, 15 August | |||||
 RJ 263 | 12:13 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h07 | 3:20 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| EC 463 | 3:50 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h42 | 6:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| NJ 13487 | 4:33 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h25 | 7:58 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJX 769 | 5:01 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h31 | 7:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 951 | 5:18 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h34 | 7:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| 903 | 5:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 8:22 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 543 | 6:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 9:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 953 | 6:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 8:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| 905 | 6:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 9:22 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| NJ 40421 | 7:02 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h46 | 9:48 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJX19929 | 7:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 9:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 545 | 7:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 10:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 955 | 7:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 9:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| NJ 469 | 7:30 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h43 | 10:13 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 907 | 7:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 10:22 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJX19973 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 10:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 547 | 8:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 11:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 79213 | 8:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 10:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| 909 | 8:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 11:22 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJX19981 | 9:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 11:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 961 | 9:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 11:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| 911 | 9:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 12:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
 ICE 1211 | 10:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h47 | 12:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJX19975 | 10:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 12:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 641 | 10:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 1:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 79215 | 10:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 12:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| 913 | 10:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 1:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJX19983 | 11:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 1:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 963 | 11:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 1:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| 915 | 11:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 2:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJX 186 | 12:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 2:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 645 | 12:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 3:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 957 | 12:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 2:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| 917 | 12:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 3:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJX19985 | 1:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 3:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 647 | 1:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 4:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 965 | 1:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 3:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| 919 | 1:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 4:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 1215 | 2:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h47 | 4:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJX19977 | 2:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 4:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 649 | 2:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 5:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Vienna
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Trains from Salzburg to Vienna run on average 35 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 31S$ if you book in advance.
There are 35 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 252 km distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 252 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price 31S$ |
Trains per day 35 |
Direct trains 35 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Westbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Salzburg to Vienna trainsWestbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) trains will get you between Salzburg and Vienna from 31S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Salzburg to Vienna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Vienna 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 Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Vienna
Most Salzburg to Vienna trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Wien Westbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Salzburg station do trains to Vienna leave from?
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.
Getting to Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt train station facilities and services
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schloss Mönchstein, Hotel Villa Carlton, Hotel & Villa Auersperg.
Which Vienna station do trains from Salzburg arrive at?
Getting to Wien Westbahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Westbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Westbahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Westbahnhof 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Westpol, Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Westbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof, Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle, Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof.
Getting to Wien Hauptbahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Getting to Wien Hütteldorf from Vienna city centre
Wien Hütteldorf is 8 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hütteldorf train station facilities and services
Wien Hütteldorf 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Hütteldorfer, Gasthaus Maria Brunn
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hütteldorf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wien Hütteldorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Hütteldorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Hütteldorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hütteldorf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel An der Wien, Hotel Kreiner, Hotel Hadrigan.
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