- Must visit
Mozart's Birthplace
Historic townhouse museum on Getreidegasse dedicated to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, displaying period rooms, instruments, and biographical exhibits.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 38 trains that leave Innsbruck for Salzburg on Tue, Jun 16, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 5 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.
RJX19929
RJX19973
NJ 13487
IC 19939
NJ 19947
NJ 13487
RJX 186
RJX19977
RJX19915
RJX19957Omio 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 $23.
Distance: 85 miles (137 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus 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.
The journey is about 15m faster (2h 2m by train vs 2h 17m by car) and roughly $7 (€6) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($41 (€33) vs $48 (€39)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet, EuroNight.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Innsbruck to Salzburg trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NJ 13487 | 1:20 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h02 | 3:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
NJ 13485+ S 3 | 1:50 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 3h55 | 5:45 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX19929 | 4:56 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h06 | 7:02 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19973 | 5:56 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h06 | 8:02 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 4 · RJ 288 · RJX 61 | On time 6:22 AM Innsbruck | 2h36 | 8:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 288 · RJX 61 | On time 6:42 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h16 | 8:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
REX 5351+ 79066 · 79009 | 6:52 AM Innsbruck | 2h54 | 9:46 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX19981 | 6:56 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h06 | 9:02 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19975 | 7:58 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h05 | 10:03 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1206+ 79011 | On time 8:20 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h26 | 10:46 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE5+ ICE 1206 | On time 8:20 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h26 | 10:46 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
REX 5353+ 79070 · 79013 | 8:52 AM Innsbruck | 2h54 | 11:46 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX19983 | 8:56 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h06 | 11:02 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 5369+ 79072 · 79015 | 9:52 AM Innsbruck | 2h54 | 12:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 186 | 9:58 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h05 | 12:03 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 5355+ 79074 · 79019 | 10:52 AM Innsbruck | 2h54 | 1:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX19985 | 10:56 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h06 | 1:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 5373+ 79076 · 79021 | 11:52 AM Innsbruck | 2h54 | 2:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX19977 | 11:58 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h05 | 2:03 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 5357+ 79078 · 79023 | 12:52 PM Innsbruck | 2h54 | 3:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX13477 | 12:56 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h06 | 3:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19915 | 1:58 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h05 | 4:03 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 5359+ 79082 · 79029 | 2:52 PM Innsbruck | 2h54 | 5:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX13479 | 2:56 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h06 | 5:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19957 | 3:58 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h05 | 6:03 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 5395+ 79086 · 79037 | 4:52 PM Innsbruck | 2h54 | 7:46 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX19961 | 4:56 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h06 | 7:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19919 | 5:58 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h05 | 8:03 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 4 · RJ 82 · RJ 1293 | On time 6:22 PM Innsbruck | 2h39 | 9:01 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
REX 5397+ 79090 · 79041 | 6:52 PM Innsbruck | 2h50 | 9:42 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX13483 | 6:56 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h08 | 9:04 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 5389+ 79092 · 79043 | 7:52 PM Innsbruck | 2h53 | 10:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX19937 | 7:58 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h07 | 10:05 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
NJ 40420+ RE5 | 8:46 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h59 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RB54 · RE5+ REX 2 | 8:50 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h55 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
REX 5391+ 79094 · 79045 | 8:52 PM Innsbruck | 2h53 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 19939 | 9:58 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2h05 | 12:03 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Innsbruck to Salzburg run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (137 km) distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 85 miles (137 km) |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Historic townhouse museum on Getreidegasse dedicated to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, displaying period rooms, instruments, and biographical exhibits.
Baroque museum complex linking the cathedral precinct, state rooms, galleries, and religious collections in the heart of the Old Town.
Major modern and contemporary art museum with two venues, best known for the hilltop Mönchsberg site with strong exhibitions and city views.
Salzburg's most famous shopping street, lined with historic buildings, wrought-iron guild signs, and Mozart's birthplace.
Formal gardens beside Mirabell Palace, celebrated for geometric flowerbeds, statues, and classic fortress views.
Prominent hill above the Old Town with walking routes, viewpoints, and access to the Museum der Moderne terrace.
A classic Salzburg dessert of sweet soufflé-like dumplings, traditionally baked to resemble the city’s surrounding hills. It is one of the most iconic local specialties.
A hearty Alpine dish of small dumplings or noodles tossed with melted cheese and topped with fried onions. Popular across the region and commonly served in Salzburg inns.
Boiled beef served in broth, usually with potatoes, apple-horseradish, and chive sauce. A classic Austrian dish frequently found on traditional Salzburg menus.
Famous historic beer hall with a convivial atmosphere, fresh Märzen beer, and simple traditional Austrian food from adjoining food stalls.
Historic restaurant in the St. Peter district, known for refined Austrian cuisine and elegant dining rooms. A classic choice for traditional Salzburg dining.
Established Austrian inn near the old town, appreciated for schnitzel, dumplings, and classic regional comfort food in a cozy setting.
Prices are high by Austrian standards, especially hotels and dining in the center, but public transport and bakery lunches help keep costs down.
Service is usually included. In restaurants, round up or leave about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxis. Small tips are appreciated in cafés; hotel staff may receive EUR 1-2.
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Salzburg Hbf, Salzburg -> Mozartplatz, Salzburg
The train connection between Innsbruck and Salzburg is well-served by several providers, including ÖBB, Westbahn, and Bayerische Regiobahn. Travelers can enjoy a scenic journey through the stunning landscapes of Austria as they traverse this route. With frequent departures throughout the day, passengers have flexibility in planning their trips while experiencing comfortable amenities on board. Whether you're heading to explore Salzburg's rich musical heritage or Innsbruck's breathtaking alpine scenery, taking the train offers an efficient and enjoyable way to travel between these two beautiful cities.
Traveling from Innsbruck to Salzburg takes approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes. There are up to 15 connections available each day, all of which are direct services. Passengers will depart from Innsbruck Hbf and arrive at Salzburg Hbf.
The first daily train from Innsbruck to Salzburg departs at 04:31 AM, providing an early start for travelers eager to explore the beautiful landscapes of Austria. The last journey of the day leaves at 08:16 PM, allowing visitors ample time to enjoy their adventures before returning in the evening.
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection between Innsbruck and Salzburg is €15. The average ticket price typically hovers around €37, making it a convenient option for travelers looking to explore these beautiful Austrian cities.
Hohensalzburg Fortress, perched high on the Festungsberg mountain, dates back to 1077 and is one of the best-preserved medieval castles in Europe. Its significance lies not only in its impressive architecture but also as a symbol of Salzburg's power during the Middle Ages, offering breathtaking views over the city that will leave you speechless. Unique features include its well-preserved interiors and fascinating museum exhibits showcasing centuries of history.
Salzburg Cathedral, with its stunning Baroque façade completed in 1655, stands as a testament to both religious devotion and artistic achievement within this historic city. This magnificent structure holds great significance as it was here that Mozart was baptized; his legacy still resonates throughout Salzburg today. The cathedral’s unique features include its striking dome and intricate frescoes that create an awe-inspiring atmosphere for visitors.
Mirabell Palace and Gardens are renowned for their exquisite landscaping dating back to the early 18th century when Prince-Archbishop Wolf Dietrich commissioned them for his beloved mistress. The palace serves not just as a beautiful example of Baroque architecture but also plays host to numerous weddings each year due to its romantic ambiance—making it significant among couples visiting Salzburg. Amongst many unique features are the enchanting Pegasus Fountain and meticulously designed gardens where every corner reveals picturesque scenes perfect for your Instagram feed!
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Innsbruck to Salzburg 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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