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Museum für Volkskultur at Schloss Porcia
The town museum inside Schloss Porcia presents local history, art, and cultural heritage in a major Renaissance setting.
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
1 h 57 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Spittal an der Drau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Spittal an der Drau will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 3 trains that leave Salzburg for Spittal an der Drau on Sun, Aug 09, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 09 the direct trains cover the 116 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .
On Sun, Aug 09 the slowest trains will take 2 h 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 Spittal an der Drau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. 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 €18, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 72 miles (116 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€19 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest | €50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m 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 Spittal an der Drau:
A bus is €0.53 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Spittal an der Drau costing on average €19.
Other travel options to Spittal an der Drau take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 20m.
Tickets start at around €19 compared to roughly €50 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €31. The journey takes 2h 19m versus 1h 52m 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 | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, EuroNight, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet.
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 Spittal an der Drau trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:07 AM Salzburg | 2h00 | 9:07 AM Spittal an der Drau | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:07 AM Salzburg | 1h57 | 10:04 AM Spittal an der Drau | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:07 AM Salzburg | 2h00 | 11:07 AM Spittal an der Drau | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Salzburg to Spittal an der Drau run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (116 km) distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 72 miles (116 km) |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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Discover the best of Spittal an der Drau — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Spittal an der Drau trip today.
The town museum inside Schloss Porcia presents local history, art, and cultural heritage in a major Renaissance setting.
Permanent gallery and exhibition spaces within Schloss Porcia featuring rotating art and cultural presentations.
Regional folklore displays highlighting Upper Carinthian traditions, daily life, and material culture.
Historic main square framed by old buildings, events, and everyday city life. Ideal for orientation and strolling.
The old-town core offers attractive streets, shopping, and heritage architecture in a compact walkable area.
Castle park around Schloss Porcia with open green space, shade, and one of the town’s most pleasant public areas.
Carinthia’s signature filled pasta with mint, potatoes and curd cheese. A festive regional classic found across inns in the Drau valley.
A hearty Carinthian noodle soup with hand-cut pasta, root vegetables and often beef. A warming traditional dish from alpine home cooking.
Boiled pork served with sauerkraut, mustard and horseradish. A rustic Austrian tavern dish long linked with winter and farmhouse cooking.
Established hotel restaurant serving Austrian and Carinthian classics in an elegant traditional setting near the center.
Traditional inn atmosphere with regional Austrian dishes, seasonal menus and a dependable local reputation.
Castle dining in a historic setting, known for refined Austrian cuisine and special-occasion meals.
Moderate for Austria: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and trains are reasonable. Cheaper than major alpine resorts, but pricier than many smaller Central European towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafés if service was good.
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Spittal-Millstättersee -> Spittal an der Drau Hauptplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Spittal an der Drau 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 Spittal an der Drau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salzburg to Spittal an der Drau trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Spittal-Millstättersee station pair, with some services arriving at Rothenthurn. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Spittal an der Drau 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 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.
Salzburg Aiglhof is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Aiglhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Aiglhof.
ATMs are available at Salzburg Aiglhof.
Available at Salzburg Aiglhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Aiglhof: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Aiglhof.
Spittal-Millstättersee is 1 km from Spittal an der Drau city centre. Public transport options include:
Spittal-Millstättersee has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Zellot, Restaurant Pizzeria Piccolo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Spittal-Millstättersee. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Spittal-Millstättersee. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Spittal-Millstättersee: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Spittal-Millstättersee: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Spittal-Millstättersee: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ertl, Hotel Erlebnis Post, Hotel Landhof Simeter.
Rothenthurn is 7 km from Spittal an der Drau city centre. Public transport options include:
Rothenthurn has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rothenthurn.
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