The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Bad Gastein
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Bad Gastein is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Bad Gastein will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 14 trains that leave Salzburg for Bad Gastein on Sun, Jun 07, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 07 the direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
On Sun, Jun 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.
IC 7919:07 AM1h28Salzburg Hbf10:35 AMBad Gastein station$481One-way0 transfers
RJ 5518:07 AM1h28Salzburg Hbf9:35 AMBad Gastein station$481One-way0 transfers
IC 79311:07 AM1h28Salzburg Hbf12:35 PMBad Gastein station$481One-way0 transfers
RJ 11310:07 AM1h28Salzburg Hbf11:35 AMBad Gastein station$481One-way0 transfers
ICE 1172:07 PM1h28Salzburg Hbf3:35 PMBad Gastein station$481One-way0 transfers
RJ 21510:07 PM1h26Salzburg Hbf11:33 PMBad Gastein station$481One-way0 transfers
IC 7919:07 AM1h28Salzburg Hbf10:35 AMBad Gastein station$481One-way0 transfers
RJ 5518:07 AM1h28Salzburg Hbf9:35 AMBad Gastein station$481One-way0 transfers
IC 79311:07 AM1h28Salzburg Hbf12:35 PMBad Gastein station$481One-way0 transfers
RJ 11310:07 AM1h28Salzburg Hbf11:35 AMBad Gastein station$481One-way0 transfers
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Compare train for Salzburg to Bad Gastein
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Bad Gastein among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $50, and a train costs an average of $50.
Distance: 47 miles (76 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$54 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Bad Gastein take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 39m.
Tickets start at around $54 (€44) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-21.71 (€-17.69). The journey takes 1h 39m versus 1h 14m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Salzburg to Bad Gastein train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Bad Gastein trains for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 897 | 5:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1h24 | 6:24 AM Bad Gastein station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 659 | 6:02 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1h26 | 7:28 AM Bad Gastein station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 899 | 7:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1h28 | 8:35 AM Bad Gastein station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 551 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1h28 | 9:35 AM Bad Gastein station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 791 | 9:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1h28 | 10:35 AM Bad Gastein station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 113 | 10:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1h28 | 11:35 AM Bad Gastein station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 793 | 11:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1h28 | 12:35 PM Bad Gastein station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Bad Gastein
Trains from Salzburg to Bad Gastein run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:14, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (76 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 47 miles (76 km) |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 2:14 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
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Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | S-Bahn, EuroNight, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Nightjet from Salzburg to Bad Gastein trainsÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | S-Bahn, EuroNight, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Nightjet trains will get you between Salzburg and Bad Gastein from $50 (€40). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | ICE
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ÖBB | REX
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | S-Bahn
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ÖBB | Regionalzug
FAQs: Trains from Salzburg to Bad Gastein
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Bad Gastein 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 Bad Gastein, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salzburg to Bad Gastein
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Restaurant Hexenhäusl
- Restaurant Lutter & Wegner
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Salzburger Hof
- Hotel Elisabethpark
- Hotel Miramonte
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and amenities
- Bus: Regional bus lines available
- Taxi: Local taxi services
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