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Swarovski Kristallwelten
Major art and experience venue in Wattens with installations, chambers of wonder, and contemporary visual displays. Not in Mayrhofen itself, but one of Tyrol's best-known cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
1 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Mayrhofen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Mayrhofen will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 4 trains that leave Salzburg for Mayrhofen on Fri, Jun 26, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct trains cover the 113 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest trains will take 3 h 5 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Mayrhofen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 2m. 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 $19, and a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 70 miles (113 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$74 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m 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 Mayrhofen:
A bus is $49 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Mayrhofen costing on average $74 (€61).
Other travel options to Mayrhofen take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 27m.
Tickets start at around $74 (€61) compared to roughly $43 (€36) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-30.49 (€-25.24). The journey takes 2h 27m versus 2h 7m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Mayrhofen trains for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:56 AM Salzburg | 2h35 | 11:31 AM Mayrhofen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:56 AM Salzburg | 2h35 | 12:31 PM Mayrhofen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:56 AM Salzburg | 3h05 | 2:01 PM Mayrhofen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Salzburg to Mayrhofen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 (€48) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:30, the last at 19:49. The fastest train covers the 70 miles (113 km) distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 70 miles (113 km) |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€48) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 2:30 AM |
Last train 7:49 PM |
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Major art and experience venue in Wattens with installations, chambers of wonder, and contemporary visual displays. Not in Mayrhofen itself, but one of Tyrol's best-known cultural attractions.
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Established hotel restaurant serving polished Tyrolean and Austrian classics in a traditional alpine setting. A reliable choice for regional dishes and a more refined dinner.
Prices are high for a small Alpine resort, especially in ski season. Groceries are moderate, but dining and lodging cost more than in many Austrian towns.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small tips are also appreciated for hotel staff.
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