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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$70
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
50
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 $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 50 trains that leave Salzburg for Vienna Westbahnhof on Mon, Jun 22, 23 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 249 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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.
EC 463+
CJX 53:50 AM2h51Salzburg Hbf6:41 AMVienna Westbahnhof$431One-way1 transfer
IC 745 · IC 11195:11 PM3h04Salzburg Hbf8:15 PMVienna Westbahnhof$491One-way1 transfer- IC 749+EC 1077:11 PM3h19Salzburg Hbf10:30 PMVienna Westbahnhof$551One-way1 transfer
- IC 747+
REX 516:11 PM3h26Salzburg Hbf9:37 PMVienna Westbahnhof$551One-way1 transfer - IC 747+
S 80 · S 506:11 PM3h22Salzburg Hbf9:33 PMVienna Westbahnhof$551One-way2 transfers
9191:52 PM2h30Salzburg Hbf4:22 PMVienna Westbahnhof$661One-way0 transfers- 9619:22 AM2h30Salzburg Hbf11:52 AMVienna Westbahnhof$841One-way0 transfers
- 91712:52 PM2h30Salzburg Hbf3:22 PMVienna Westbahnhof$661One-way0 transfers
- 9212:52 PM2h30Salzburg Hbf5:22 PMVienna Westbahnhof$661One-way0 transfers
- 9098:52 AM2h30Salzburg Hbf11:22 AMVienna Westbahnhof$661One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 154 miles (249 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof:
A bus is $0.61 (€0.50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof costing on average $42 (€35).
Other travel options to Vienna Westbahnhof take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 0m.
The journey is about 17m faster (2h 50m by train vs 3h 7m by car) and roughly $30 (€25) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($42 (€35) vs $73 (€59)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Westbahn.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 911 | 9:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 12:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX19975 · CJX 5 | 10:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h35 | 12:42 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| IC 641+REX 51 | 10:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h26 | 1:37 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| IC 641+S 50 · S 80 | 10:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h22 | 1:33 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
| 913 | 10:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 1:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 963 | 11:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 1:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 915 | 11:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 2:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX 186 · CJX 5 | 12:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h35 | 2:42 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| IC 645+REX 51 | 12:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3h26 | 3:37 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| IC 645+S 80 · S 50 | 12:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3h22 | 3:33 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
| 917 | 12:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 3:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX19985 · CJX 5 | 1:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h35 | 3:42 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| IC 647+EC 205 | 1:11 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3h19 | 4:30 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| 965 | 1:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 3:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 919 | 1:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 4:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 921 | 2:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 5:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 923 | 3:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 6:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 925 | 4:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 7:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 967 | 5:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 7:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 927 | 5:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 8:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 929 | 6:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 9:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 969 | 7:22 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 9:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 931 | 7:52 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 10:22 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
| EC 463+CJX 5 | 3:50 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h51 | 6:41 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 769 · CJX 5 | 5:01 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h40 | 7:41 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| 951 | 5:18 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h34 | 7:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 903 | 5:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 8:22 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX 761 · CJX 5 | 6:01 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h41 | 8:42 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| IC 543+CJX 5 | 6:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h01 | 9:12 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| 953 | 6:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 8:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 905 | 6:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 9:22 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX19929 · CJX 5 | 7:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h35 | 9:42 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| IC 545+EC 101 | 7:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h19 | 10:30 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| 955 | 7:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 9:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 907 | 7:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 10:22 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX19973 · CJX 5 | 8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h35 | 10:42 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| IC 547+REX 51 | 8:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h26 | 11:37 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| IC 547+S 50 · S 80 | 8:11 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3h22 | 11:33 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
| 909 | 8:52 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 11:22 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX19981 · CJX 5 | 9:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h35 | 11:42 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| 961 | 9:22 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2h30 | 11:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof
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Trains from Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof run on average 32 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:18, the last at 21:11. The fastest train covers the 154 miles (249 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 154 miles (249 km) |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 3:18 AM |
Last train 9:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Westbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy (ČD) from Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof trainsWestbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy (ČD) trains will get you between Salzburg and Vienna Westbahnhof from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB | InterCity
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ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
České dráhy (ČD)
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
Most Salzburg to Vienna Westbahnhof trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Wien Westbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Vienna Westbahnhof train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Mülln-Altstadt from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt train station facilities and services
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schloss Mönchstein, Hotel Villa Carlton, Hotel & Villa Auersperg.
Getting to Wien Westbahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Westbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Westbahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Westbahnhof 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Westpol, Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Westbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof, Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle, Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof.
Getting to Wien Hauptbahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Getting to Wien Hütteldorf from Vienna city centre
Wien Hütteldorf is 8 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hütteldorf train station facilities and services
Wien Hütteldorf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Hütteldorfer, Gasthaus Maria Brunn
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hütteldorf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wien Hütteldorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Hütteldorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Hütteldorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hütteldorf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel An der Wien, Hotel Kreiner, Hotel Hadrigan.
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