The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Innsbruck
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
8 h 47 m
Average duration
8 h 47 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
450 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 $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 1 trains that leave Salzburg for Innsbruck on Sat, Nov 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct trains cover the 450 km distance in an average of 8 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 47 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 8 h 47 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Salzburg to Innsbruck
Omio recommends booking the flight 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 €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €191.
Distance: 279 miles (450 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€84 Average price | €389 Average price | €45 Average price Cheapest |
8h 35m Average total duration Fastest 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 22m Average total duration 9h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 50m Average total duration 14h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Salzburg to Innsbruck train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Innsbruck trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:31 AM Salzburg | 9h36 | 5:07 PM Innsbruck | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:31 AM Salzburg | 7h47 | 5:18 PM Innsbruck | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Salzburg to Innsbruck by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Nov 08
Nov 09
Nov 10
Nov 11
Nov 12
Nov 13
Nov 14
Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Innsbruck
Trains from Salzburg to Innsbruck run on average 17 times per day, taking around 8h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 279 miles (450 km) distance in 7h 47m.
Distance 279 miles (450 km) |
Average train duration 8h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 7h 47m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 22:22 |
Train companies: ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn from Salzburg to Innsbruck trainsÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn trains will get you between Salzburg and Innsbruck from $30 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Railjet
Westbahn
FAQs: Trains from Salzburg to Innsbruck
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salzburg to Innsbruck
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Europa Stüberl
- Die Pizzerei
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Sailer
- Grand Hotel Europa
- ibis Innsbruck
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Germany, Switzerland, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 1, Line 3
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
Most popular train connections from Salzburg
More options for your journey from Salzburg to Innsbruck
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
