- Must visit
Tiroler Landesmuseum Ferdinandeum
Leading regional museum with Tyrolean art, folk culture, and history collections spanning centuries in an elegant historic building.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
1 h 57 m
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
137 km
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 $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 32 trains that leave Salzburg for Innsbruck on Sat, Aug 22, 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 22 the direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .
On Sat, Aug 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 15 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 19936
RJ 13478
RJX19972
RJX 187
RJX19986
NJ 13486
EN 40462
RJX19972
IC 19936
RJ 13478Omio 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 train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. 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 train costs an average of $24, and a bus costs an average of $30.
Distance: 85 miles (137 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m 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 Salzburg to Innsbruck:
A train is $9 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Salzburg to Innsbruck costing on average $43.
Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 18m.
Tickets start at around $34 compared to roughly $46 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $12. The journey takes 2h 28m versus 2h 5m 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 ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | S-Bahn.
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 Salzburg to Innsbruck trains for today, Friday, August 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
79212 | 9:39 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h34 | 12:13 PM Innsbruck Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
79212 | 9:39 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h19 | 11:58 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19910 | 9:56 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 12:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19962 | 10:56 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 1:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
79214 | 11:39 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h19 | 1:58 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19912 | 11:56 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 2:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX13470 | 12:56 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 3:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
79216 | 1:39 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h19 | 3:58 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19976 | 1:56 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 4:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19982 | 2:56 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 5:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19916 | 3:56 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 6:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX13474 | 4:56 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 7:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
79220 | 5:39 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h34 | 8:13 PM Innsbruck Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
79220 | 5:39 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h19 | 7:58 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 187 | 5:56 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 8:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19986 | 6:56 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 9:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
79222 | 7:39 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h19 | 9:58 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19970 | 7:56 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 10:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19988 | 8:56 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 11:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19972 | 9:56 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h08 | 12:04 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 3+ NJ 40233 | 11:21 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3h18 | 2:39 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, August 22 | |||||
EN 40462 | 2:30 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h00 | 4:30 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
NJ 13486 | 2:30 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1h57 | 4:27 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 8 | 4:02 AM Salzburg Hbf | 4h38 | 8:40 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 19936 | 5:56 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 8:11 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE5+ NJ 40491 | 6:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h44 | 8:49 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 13478 | 6:56 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 9:11 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
79014 · 79059+ REX 5368 | 7:04 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h02 | 10:06 AM Innsbruck | 2 transfers | |
79014 · 79059+ REX 5368 | 7:04 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h04 | 10:08 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE5 · RB54+ REX 2 | 7:04 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h04 | 10:08 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX19938 | 7:56 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 10:11 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19960 | 8:56 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 11:11 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Salzburg to Innsbruck run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 if you book in advance.
There are 12 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 48m.
Distance 85 miles (137 km) |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Innsbruck — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Innsbruck trip today.
Leading regional museum with Tyrolean art, folk culture, and history collections spanning centuries in an elegant historic building.
Imperial hunting museum and arms collection inside Schloss Ambras, noted for Renaissance armor and courtly curiosities.
Museum beneath the Golden Roof presenting Emperor Maximilian I, court life, and Innsbruck’s medieval history in a compact setting.
Innsbruck’s medieval heart with arcaded streets, pastel facades, and easy access to major landmarks and local shops.
Elegant main shopping street linking the Old Town and Triumphal Arch, lively for strolling and city-center atmosphere.
High alpine viewpoint above the city, prized for dramatic Nordkette scenery and one of Innsbruck’s best panoramas.
Tyrolean dumplings made with bread and speck, served in broth or with salad. A mountain staple that reflects Alpine farmhouse cooking.
Pressed cheese dumplings from Tyrol, often topped with fried onions and served with salad or soup. A beloved rustic dish in Alpine inns.
Pan-fried potatoes with beef, pork, onion, and spices. This hearty skillet meal is one of Austria’s best-known comfort foods and common in Tyrol.
Fine dining restaurant with creative tasting menus, polished service, and panoramic mountain views above Innsbruck.
Historic traditional inn known for Tyrolean classics, wood-paneled rooms, and a refined but welcoming atmosphere in the Old Town.
Long-running local favorite serving Austrian and Tyrolean dishes in a cozy, traditional setting near the historic center.
Innsbruck is pricier than many Austrian cities. Hotels, ski-season dining, and lifts raise costs, though transit is efficient and budget eats still exist.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants add about 5-10%; round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
Official public transport app
Innsbruck Hbf -> Maria-Theresien-Straße, Innsbruck
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salzburg to Innsbruck trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Innsbruck Westbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Innsbruck train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) 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 options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Salzburg Liefering is 4 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Liefering has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food options include: McDonald's
ATMs are available at Salzburg Liefering.
Available at Salzburg Liefering: Parking.
Available at Salzburg Liefering: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Liefering.
Innsbruck Hbf 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Europa Stüberl, Die Pizzerei
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, Grand Hotel Europa, ibis Innsbruck.
Innsbruck Westbahnhof is 1 km from Innsbruck city centre. Public transport options include:
Innsbruck Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof.
Available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, NALA Individuellhotel, Hotel Zach.
Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst).
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