The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Wattens
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
123 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Wattens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Wattens will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 1 trains that leave Salzburg for Wattens on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 123 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 11 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.
10:56 AM2h11Salzburg1:07 PMWattens$301One-way0 transfers
10:56 AM2h11Salzburg1:07 PMWattens$301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Salzburg to Wattens
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Wattens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. 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 train costs an average of $18, and a bus costs an average of $22.
Distance: 76 miles (123 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m 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 Wattens:
A train is $4 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Salzburg to Wattens costing on average $31 (€25).
Other travel options to Wattens take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 30m.
The journey is about 1m faster (1h 50m by train vs 1h 51m by car) and roughly $4 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($26 (€21) vs $30 (€24)). 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 Wattens train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Wattens trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:39 AM Salzburg | 1h37 | 9:16 AM Wattens | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Wattens
Trains from Salzburg to Wattens run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 76 miles (123 km) distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 76 miles (123 km) |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 5:50 AM |
Last train 10:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet from Salzburg to Wattens trainsÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Salzburg and Wattens from $18 (€15). 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 Wattens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Wattens 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 Wattens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salzburg to Wattens
- 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
- 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
- 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 long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and S-Bahn platforms
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
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