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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s premier fine-arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and its grand Ringstrasse setting.
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 6 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer to Vienna will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 4 trains that leave Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer for Vienna on Thu, May 28, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 277 km distance in an average of 5 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 5 h 32 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $115.
Distance: 172 miles (277 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$48 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $260 Average price | $89 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 11m Average total duration 10h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer to Vienna:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer to Vienna costing on average $48 (€39).
A bus is $215 (€174) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer to Vienna costing on average $260 (€210).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 57m.
Bus takes on average 10h 41m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Westbahn.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer to Vienna trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 511+ RJ 859 | 8:04 AM Saalfelden Bahnhof | 5h32 | 1:36 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IR 511+ IC 641+ ICE 210 | 8:04 AM Saalfelden Bahnhof | 5h23 | 1:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
IR 511 · RJX 765+ RJ 659+ ICE 210 | 8:04 AM Saalfelden Bahnhof | 4h53 | 12:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
IR 511 · RJX 765+ ICE 210 | 8:04 AM Saalfelden Bahnhof | 4h28 | 12:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IR 711 · RJX 863 | 9:04 AM Saalfelden Bahnhof | 4h53 | 1:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
IR 711+ IC 643 | 9:04 AM Saalfelden Bahnhof | 4h59 | 2:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IR 711+ IC 643 | 9:04 AM Saalfelden Bahnhof | 5h23 | 2:27 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
IR 711+ 919 | 9:04 AM Saalfelden Bahnhof | 7h18 | 4:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
IR 711+ 915 | 9:04 AM Saalfelden Bahnhof | 5h18 | 2:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
IR 711 · RJX 863 | 9:04 AM Saalfelden Bahnhof | 4h28 | 1:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IR 711+ 917 | 9:04 AM Saalfelden Bahnhof | 6h18 | 3:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
921 · 925 | 12:52 PM Saalfelden Bahnhof | 6h30 | 7:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
921 · 923 | 12:52 PM Saalfelden Bahnhof | 5h30 | 6:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
921 · 967 | 12:52 PM Saalfelden Bahnhof | 7h00 | 7:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
921 | 12:52 PM Saalfelden Bahnhof | 4h30 | 5:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
929 · 931 | 4:32 PM Saalfelden Bahnhof | 5h50 | 10:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
929 | 4:32 PM Saalfelden Bahnhof | 4h50 | 9:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
929 · 929 | 4:32 PM Saalfelden Bahnhof | 4h50 | 9:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
929 · 969 | 4:32 PM Saalfelden Bahnhof | 5h20 | 9:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer to Vienna run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 172 miles (277 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 172 miles (277 km) |
Average train duration 4h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
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Vienna’s premier fine-arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and its grand Ringstrasse setting.
Major art museum known for its graphic arts collection, Monet to Picasso highlights, and strong temporary exhibitions in the city center.
Baroque palace museum complex best known for Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss, with Austrian art from the Middle Ages to modernism.
The walkable old town core, packed with grand streets, churches, courtyards, and elegant architecture around Stephansplatz.
Vienna’s busiest central square and natural orientation point, surrounded by major shopping streets and historic buildings.
The grand boulevard encircling the inner city, ideal for walking past Vienna’s most monumental public buildings.
Vienna’s signature dish: a thin veal cutlet breaded and fried until crisp, traditionally served with potato salad or parsley potatoes.
Boiled beef in broth, famously associated with Viennese cuisine, usually served with apple-horseradish, chive sauce, and potatoes.
A classic Austrian-style fried chicken dish long popular in Vienna, known for its crunchy coating and tender meat.
One of Vienna’s most acclaimed fine-dining restaurants, known for modern Austrian cuisine, tasting menus, and polished service.
Beloved central tavern serving hearty Austrian specialties, seasonal dishes, and a warm old-Vienna ambiance.
Historic Viennese restaurant famous for oversized schnitzel and classic Austrian dishes in a lively traditional setting.
Prices are high by Central European standards, especially for hotels and dining, but public transport is good value.
Service is often included, but rounding up is customary. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés and for hotel staff.
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