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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Lienz
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
3 h 7 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
44
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Lienz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Lienz will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
It's difficult to get from Salzburg to Lienz without transferring at least once.
RJ 659+
S 66:07 AM3h09Salzburg Hbf9:16 AMLienz$121One-way1 transfer- RJ 659+S 66:07 AM3h07Salzburg Hbf9:14 AMLienz-Peggetz$121One-way1 transfer
IC 897+S 65:00 AM3h14Salzburg Hbf8:14 AMLienz-Peggetz$241One-way1 transfer- IC 797+S 63:07 PM3h07Salzburg Hbf6:14 PMLienz-Peggetz$241One-way1 transfer
- IC 897+S 65:00 AM3h16Salzburg Hbf8:16 AMLienz$241One-way1 transfer
EC 115+S 612:07 PM3h07Salzburg Hbf3:14 PMLienz-Peggetz$531One-way1 transfer- IC 797+S 63:07 PM3h07Salzburg Hbf6:14 PMLienz-Peggetz$241One-way1 transfer
- IC 791+S 69:07 AM3h07Salzburg Hbf12:14 PMLienz-Peggetz$531One-way1 transfer
- IC 795+S 61:07 PM3h07Salzburg Hbf4:14 PMLienz-Peggetz$431One-way1 transfer
ICE 117+S 62:07 PM3h07Salzburg Hbf5:14 PMLienz-Peggetz$531One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train for Salzburg to Lienz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Lienz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 68 miles (110 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Lienz take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 4m.
Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $65 (€53) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $42 (€35). The journey takes 3h 4m versus 2h 28m 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 Lienz train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Lienz trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 EN 40237+S 6 | 2:10 AM Salzburg Hbf | 6h06 | 8:16 AM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| EN 40237+S 6 | 2:10 AM Salzburg Hbf | 7h06 | 9:16 AM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| EN 40237+S 6 | 2:10 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h06 | 7:16 AM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
 NJ 237+S 6 | 2:14 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h02 | 7:16 AM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| NJ 237+S 6 | 2:14 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h00 | 7:14 AM Lienz-Peggetz | 1 transfer | |
| S 3+EN 40237+S 6 | 2:21 AM Salzburg Hbf | 4h55 | 7:16 AM Lienz | 2 transfers | |
| S 3+EN 40237+S 6 | 2:21 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h55 | 8:16 AM Lienz | 2 transfers | |
| S 3+EN 40237+S 6 | 2:21 AM Salzburg Hbf | 4h53 | 7:14 AM Lienz-Peggetz | 2 transfers | |
| S 3+EN 40237+S 6 | 2:21 AM Salzburg Hbf | 6h55 | 9:16 AM Lienz | 2 transfers | |
| S 3+EN 40237+S 6 | 2:21 AM Salzburg Hbf | 7h55 | 10:16 AM Lienz | 2 transfers | |
| IC 897+S 6 | 5:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h16 | 8:16 AM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| IC 897+S 6 | 5:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 4h16 | 9:16 AM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| IC 897+S 6 | 5:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h16 | 10:16 AM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| IC 897+S 6 | 5:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h14 | 8:14 AM Lienz-Peggetz | 1 transfer | |
| IC 897+S 6 | 5:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 6h16 | 11:16 AM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 659+S 6 | 6:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 5h09 | 11:16 AM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 659+S 6 | 6:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 4h09 | 10:16 AM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 659+S 6 | 6:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h09 | 9:16 AM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 659+S 6 | 6:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h07 | 9:14 AM Lienz-Peggetz | 1 transfer | |
| IC 899+S 6 | 7:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h07 | 10:14 AM Lienz-Peggetz | 1 transfer | |
| IC 899+S 6 | 7:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 4h09 | 11:16 AM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| IC 899+S 6 | 7:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h09 | 10:16 AM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 551+S 6 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h09 | 11:16 AM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 551+S 6 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h07 | 11:14 AM Lienz-Peggetz | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 551+S 6 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 4h09 | 12:16 PM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 551 · RJ 556 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 4h36 | 12:43 PM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| IC 791+S 6 | 9:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h07 | 12:14 PM Lienz-Peggetz | 1 transfer | |
| IC 791+S 6 | 9:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h09 | 12:16 PM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| IC 791+RJ 556 | 9:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h36 | 12:43 PM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
 IR 718+ REX 1825+RJ 556 | 9:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h32 | 12:43 PM Lienz | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 113+S 6 | 10:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h09 | 1:16 PM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 113+S 6 | 10:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h07 | 1:14 PM Lienz-Peggetz | 1 transfer | |
| IC 793+S 6 | 11:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h09 | 2:16 PM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| IC 793+S 6 | 11:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h07 | 2:14 PM Lienz-Peggetz | 1 transfer | |
| EC 115+S 6 | 12:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3h07 | 3:14 PM Lienz-Peggetz | 1 transfer | |
| EC 115+S 6 | 12:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3h09 | 3:16 PM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| IC 795+S 6 | 1:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3h09 | 4:16 PM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| IC 795+S 6 | 1:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3h07 | 4:14 PM Lienz-Peggetz | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 117+S 6 | 2:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3h07 | 5:14 PM Lienz-Peggetz | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 117+S 6 | 2:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3h09 | 5:16 PM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| IC 797+S 6 | 3:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3h07 | 6:14 PM Lienz-Peggetz | 1 transfer | |
| IC 797+S 6 | 3:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3h09 | 6:16 PM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 119+S 6 | 4:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3h09 | 7:16 PM Lienz | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 119+S 6 | 4:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3h07 | 7:14 PM Lienz-Peggetz | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Salzburg to Lienz
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Trains from Salzburg to Lienz run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:10, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (110 km) distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 68 miles (110 km) |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 2:10 AM |
Last train 10:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet from Salzburg to Lienz trainsÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet trains will get you between Salzburg and Lienz from $12 (€10). 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 | Nightjet
FAQs: Trains from Salzburg to Lienz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Lienz 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 Lienz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salzburg to Lienz
Most Salzburg to Lienz trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Lienz, Lienz in Osttirol Bahnhof (Vorplatz) station pair, with some services arriving at Lienz-Peggetz. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Lienz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Salzburg station do trains to Lienz leave from?
Getting to Salzburg Hbf from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Getting to Salzburg Liefering from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Liefering is 4 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Liefering train station facilities and services
Salzburg Liefering has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Salzburg Liefering.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Liefering: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Liefering: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Liefering.
Getting to Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Which Lienz station do trains from Salzburg arrive at?
Lienz, Lienz in Osttirol Bahnhof (Vorplatz) train station facilities and services
Lienz, Lienz in Osttirol Bahnhof (Vorplatz) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lienz, Lienz in Osttirol Bahnhof (Vorplatz).
Getting to Lienz-Peggetz from Lienz city centre
Lienz-Peggetz is 1 km from Lienz city centre. Public transport options include:
Lienz-Peggetz train station facilities and services
Lienz-Peggetz has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lienz-Peggetz.
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