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The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Innsbruck

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

$108

Average price

$127

Fastest journey

1 h 48 m

Average duration

1 h 48 m

Trains per day

Distance

137 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Innsbruck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Salzburg to Innsbruck will cost around $127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $108.

Fast trains

Of the 12 trains that leave Salzburg for Innsbruck on Sun, Jul 13, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 13 the direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .

On Sun, Jul 13 the slowest trains will take 1 h 48 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.

01:39PM1h51

Salzburg Hbf

03:30PMInnsbruck Hbf

$1081One-way

0 transfers

07:39PM1h55

Salzburg Hbf

09:34PMInnsbruck Hbf

$1081One-way

0 transfers

11:39AM1h55

Salzburg Hbf

01:34PMInnsbruck Hbf

$1081One-way

0 transfers

RJX 660

08:56AM1h48

Salzburg Hbf

10:44AMInnsbruck Hbf

$1301One-way

0 transfers

RJX 662

10:56AM1h48

Salzburg Hbf

12:44PMInnsbruck Hbf

$1301One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Salzburg to Innsbruck

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. 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 €17, and a train costs an average of €19.

Distance: 85 miles (137 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus
€33 Average price	€32 Average price Cheapest
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Salzburg to Innsbruck train times

Showing trains for today, Saturday, July 12

Last updated at 4:45 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
RJX 660	6:56 AM Salzburg Hbf	1h48	8:44 AM Innsbruck Hbf	0 transfersDirect
	7:39 AM Salzburg Hbf	2h04	9:43 AM Innsbruck Westbahnhof	0 transfersDirect
	7:39 AM Salzburg Hbf	1h55	9:34 AM Innsbruck Hbf	0 transfersDirect
RJX 160	7:56 AM Salzburg Hbf	1h48	9:44 AM Innsbruck Hbf	0 transfersDirect
RJX 662	8:56 AM Salzburg Hbf	1h48	10:44 AM Innsbruck Hbf	0 transfersDirect
	9:39 AM Salzburg Hbf	1h55	11:34 AM Innsbruck Hbf	0 transfersDirect
D 19780	9:45 AM Salzburg Hbf	2h03	11:48 AM Innsbruck Hbf	0 transfersDirect
RJX 162	9:56 AM Salzburg Hbf	1h48	11:44 AM Innsbruck Hbf	0 transfersDirect
	11:39 AM Salzburg Hbf	1h51	1:30 PM Innsbruck Hbf	0 transfersDirect
	3:39 PM Salzburg Hbf	2h04	5:43 PM Innsbruck Westbahnhof	0 transfersDirect
	3:39 PM Salzburg Hbf	1h51	5:30 PM Innsbruck Hbf	0 transfersDirect
	5:39 PM Salzburg Hbf	1h55	7:34 PM Innsbruck Hbf	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Salzburg to Innsbruck?

The best time to book your train from Salzburg to Innsbruck is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Salzburg to Innsbruck route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Salzburg to Innsbruck per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Salzburg to Innsbruck.

Trains

from $29

Buses

from $31

ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Salzburg to Innsbruck

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Pros

Comfortable

Interesting

Cons

Overcrowded wagon

On my journey from Salzburg to Innsbruck I enjoyed the comfort and the rather short journey time. Unfortunately, the service was poor and the cleanliness could be improved. However, the price-performance ratio was acceptable. However, the unfriendly service spoilt the journey for me

Pros

Clean toilets

Historic train

Beautiful landscapes

Cons

Long journey time

This journey was very relaxed because the train took its time. The journey was therefore quite long. In return, I was able to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the route. The train was quite historic and there was no service staff on board, apart from the conductors. However, they were friendly. The train was tidy and appeared to be in good technical condition. It was also quite clean in the toilets.

Pros

Comfortable seats

Train clean from the inside

Good wifi

Free sockets

Cons

It was a bit noisy on the train

Some time ago I decided to take a journey from Salzburg to Innsbruck. As always, I was able to buy the tickets very easily online. I bought seat 5 in carriage 3. The staff were friendly as always and the seats were very comfortable. The free wifi also worked very well as well as the free power sockets. The train was very hygienic inside and the toilets were very clean! The train arrived on time in Innsbruck. As I was travelling from Salzburg to Innsbruck, the journey took about two hours. As always, the price-performance ratio was very good!

Pros

Beautiful view

Nice service

Cons

Hygiene was poor

I travelled to Innsbruck on the ÖBB NJ466. The hygiene of the train was not good, but as I sat down in my reserved seat straight away, it didn't bother me. Only the rubbish bins could have been emptied before the journey started. The journey took about 4 hours and we arrived on time. The service and the view were very good and I was also able to connect to the train wifi.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Salzburg to Innsbruck

Austria

Trains from Salzburg to Innsbruck run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $21 (€17)

Distance

85 miles (137 km)

Average train duration

2h 14m

Cheapest ticket price

$24 (€19)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 48m

First train

00:05

Last train

23:58

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $21 (€17)

Train companies: Westbahn, ÖBB and Bayerische Regiobahn from Salzburg to Innsbruck trains

For as little as $19 (€15) you can travel by train between Salzburg and Innsbruck with Westbahn, ÖBB and Bayerische Regiobahn. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

Westbahn is a train company based in Austria, offering services throughout the country. It operates a fleet of modern, comfortable trains, including the EuroCity, InterCity, and RailJet. The EuroCity is a high-speed train that connects major cities in Austria, while the InterCity is a regional train that stops at smaller towns and villages. Westbahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Passengers can also purchase tickets online or at the station. The most popular routes for Westbahn include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz. All of these routes offer frequent departures throughout the day, making it easy to find a convenient time to travel.

Train information from Salzburg to Innsbruck with Westbahn:

Average Duration: 1 h 50 min
Cheapest Price: $24
Westbahn frequency: 5 a day

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

ÖBB Railjet is a high-speed train service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). It is one of the most popular train services in Austria, offering fast and comfortable journeys between major cities. There are three types of Railjet trains: the Railjet Comfort, the Railjet Business, and the Railjet First Class. The Railjet service operates on several popular routes, including Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz. Tickets can be purchased online or at the station, and there are several types of tickets available, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. With its modern trains, comfortable seating, and convenient ticketing options, ÖBB Railjet is the perfect way to explore Austria.

Salzburg to Innsbruck train information with ÖBB | Railjet:

Average Duration: 1 h 48 min
Cheapest Price: $56
ÖBB | Railjet frequency: 11 a day

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Deutsche Bahn from Salzburg to Innsbruck train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 37 min
Cheapest Price: $61

ÖBB Nightjet is an Austrian train company that offers overnight services across Europe. It has a range of train types, including the EuroNight, CityNightLine and Nightjet, which all offer comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. The EuroNight is the most luxurious option, with private compartments and a restaurant car. The CityNightLine is a more affordable option, with compartments and couchettes, while the Nightjet is the most basic option, with couchettes and reclining seats. Ticket types include Economy, Comfort and Business, with the latter offering the most luxurious experience. The most popular routes for ÖBB Nightjet are from Vienna to Munich, Berlin, Zurich, Amsterdam, Prague and Budapest.

Salzburg to Innsbruck train information with ÖBB Nightjet:

Average Duration: 3 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: $25

The ÖBB Euro City is a high-speed train service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). It is one of the most popular train services in Austria, connecting major cities across the country. The Euro City trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioned coaches and plenty of legroom. There are two types of Euro City trains: the EC (Euro City) and the IC (InterCity). The EC trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 200 km/h, while the IC trains are slightly slower, with speeds of up to 160 km/h. The ÖBB Euro City offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes for the ÖBB Euro City include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz.

The ÖBB REX is a regional express train operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). It is one of the most popular train services in Austria, connecting major cities and towns across the country. They are semi fast regional trains which call at fewer stations than regular regional trains. There are different ÖBB REX train types like Cityjet, Talent, Desiro and City Shuttle all offering 2nd class tickets only. Some popular ÖBB REX routes include Salzburg to Worgl, Innsbruck to Kufstein and Graz to Seltzhal.

ÖBB Intercity is a domestic high-speed rail service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) in Austria. They are addition to the Eurocity and the Railjet for long-distance travels and also include first class cars, the trains are air-conditioned, hve power sockets a minibar service and are comfortable. ÖBB Intercity trains mostly run on the inner alpine lines to cities like Graz, Linz and Salzburg and Inssbruck.

Salzburg to Innsbruck train information with ÖBB | InterCity:

Average Duration: 1 h 46 min
Cheapest Price: $37

EuroNight is an international night train service operated by ÖBB, the Austrian Federal Railways. It runs from Austria to many countries in Europe, including Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Hungary, Croatia, Slovenia, and the Czech Republic. The ticket types available are Standard, Comfort, and Business Class. Onboard facilities include a restaurant car, a bar, and a bistro. The most popular routes for EuroNight are Vienna to Munich, Vienna to Zurich, and Vienna to Venice.

Train tickets from Salzburg to Innsbruck: when to book to save $

Time	Price	Savings
1 week earlier	34 €
2 weeks earlier	24 €	42%
3 weeks earlier	30 €	13%
1 month before	25 €	36%
2 months earlier	26 €	31%
3 months earlier	33 €	3%

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FAQs: Trains from Salzburg to Innsbruck

FAQs: Travel by train from Salzburg to Innsbruck easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Salzburg to Innsbruck.

Yes, you can take a train from Salzburg to Innsbruck as it is a available travel mode. Additionally, buses are also an option for this journey. Both provide a convenient way to travel between these cities.

The cheapest way to travel from Salzburg to Innsbruck is by train, with prices starting at €19.

Yes, you can do a day trip from Salzburg to Innsbruck. The train journey takes approximately 1 hour and 52 minutes, with about 12 trains running between the two cities daily. This allows for multiple departure times to suit your schedule. The distance between Salzburg and Innsbruck is 137 km, making it a feasible option for a day trip.

The number of days one needs in Innsbruck varies based on interests and available activities. Typically, spending two to three days allows visitors to explore key attractions like the historic Old Town, the Golden Roof, and the stunning Alpine landscapes, while also leaving time for some of the cultural experiences such as museums and local cuisine.

The train journey from Salzburg to Innsbruck typically takes 1 hour and 52 minutes.

The first train from Salzburg to Innsbruck leaves at 00:05.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service connecting Salzburg and Innsbruck, covering a distance of 137 km with a travel duration of approximately 1 hour and 52 minutes.

The last train from Salzburg to Innsbruck departs at 23:58.

Yes, there is a night train service between Salzburg and Innsbruck, with the last journey departing from Salzburg at 23:58.

The train journey from Salzburg to Innsbruck is known for its scenic route, featuring picturesque Alpine landscapes, charming villages, and stunning views of the Austrian countryside. This route takes passengers through the heart of the Tyrol region, renowned for its natural beauty and mountainous vistas.

Visitors to Innsbruck can explore the Swarovski Crystal Worlds, an interactive museum with stunning crystal art installations, or visit the Innsbruck Alpine Zoo, home to alpine animals and one of Europe's highest zoos. Stroll down the vibrant Maria-Theresien-Strasse, bustling with shops, cafes, and historic buildings. Take a guided tour of the Tyrolean State Museum to learn about regional history and culture. Enjoy a leisurely walk along the Inn River, offering picturesque views of the city and mountains. Must-see sights include the Golden Roof with its gilded balcony, the Nordkette Cable Car for panoramic Alpine views and hiking trails, Ambras Castle housing art and historical collections, the Bergisel Ski Jump with a platform and museum, and the Hofkirche known for its ornate tomb of Emperor Maximilian I.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Salzburg to Innsbruck

Salzburg

Innsbruck

The major train station for departures in Salzburg is Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) for your trip from Salzburg to Innsbruck.

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