The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 3 trains that leave Salzburg for Vienna Westbahnhof on Sat, Nov 08, 3 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 249 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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 Vienna Westbahnhof
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €537.
Distance: 154 miles (249 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€38 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €537 Average price |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 763 · CJX 5 | 7:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h35 | 9:42 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
RJ 547+ S 80 · S 50 | 7:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h22 | 10:33 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 9:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 10:22 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 861 · CJX 5 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h35 | 10:42 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 10:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 11:22 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 11:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 12:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 1:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 2:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 2:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 3:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 4:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 5:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 5:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 6:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 6:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 7:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 7:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 8:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 8:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 9:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 9:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof
Trains from Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 18:52. The fastest train covers the 154 miles (249 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 154 miles (249 km) |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 04:22 |
Last train 18:52 |
Train companies: Westbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof trainsWestbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) trains will get you between Salzburg and Vienna Westbahnhof from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof 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 Vienna Westbahnhof, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking options in the vicinity.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Hotel Schloss Mönchstein
- Hotel Villa Carlton
- Hotel & Villa Auersperg
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Felberstraße 1.
- Restaurant Westpol
- Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof
- Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle
- Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-10 for regional and suburban trains
- Hall 3: access to metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line U3, Line U6
- Tram: Line 5, Line 6, Line 9, Line 18, Line 52, Line 60
- Bus: Several lines available
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