The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
Cheapest price on Sep 06
zł160
Average ticket price on Sep 06
zł279
Fastest journey on Sep 06
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 06
2 h 25 m
Trains on Sep 06
41
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf will cost around zł279 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł160.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 41 trains from Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf, including 40 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct trains cover the 251 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Sun, Sep 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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 46211:28 PM2h39Vienna Hbf2:07 AMSalzburg Hbfzł1601One-way0 transfers
IC 5405:57 AM2h52Vienna Hbf8:49 AMSalzburg Hbfzł1831One-way0 transfers
NJ 40233+
RJ 6568:10 PM3h56Vienna Hbf12:06 AMSalzburg Hbfzł1931One-way1 transfer
IC 8484:57 AM2h52Vienna Hbf7:49 AMSalzburg Hbfzł2061One-way0 transfers
IC 4075:39 AM2h51Vienna Hbf8:30 AMSalzburg Hbfzł2061One-way0 transfers
RJX199628:28 AM2h25Vienna Hbf10:53 AMSalzburg Hbfzł3051One-way0 transfers
RJX1347010:28 AM2h25Vienna Hbf12:53 PMSalzburg Hbfzł3051One-way0 transfers
RJX199864:28 PM2h25Vienna Hbf6:53 PMSalzburg Hbfzł3051One-way0 transfers
RJX 1873:28 PM2h25Vienna Hbf5:53 PMSalzburg Hbfzł3051One-way0 transfers
RJX199886:28 PM2h25Vienna Hbf8:53 PMSalzburg Hbfzł3051One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of zł191 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of zł191, while a bus costs an average of zł198.
Distance: 155 miles (251 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
zł191 Average price Cheapest | zł198 Average price | zł323 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m 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 Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf:
A train is zł7 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf costing on average zł198.
Other travel options to Salzburg Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 23m.
The journey is about 14m faster (2h 38m by train vs 2h 52m by car) and roughly zł132 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (zł191 vs zł323). 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 ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), České dráhy (ČD).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf trains for today, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 848 | 4:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 2h52 | 7:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19938 | 5:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 7:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 407 | 5:39 AM Vienna Hbf | 2h51 | 8:30 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 540 | 5:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 2h52 | 8:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19960 | 6:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 8:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19950 | 7:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 9:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 544 | 7:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 2h52 | 10:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19962 | 8:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 10:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 546 | 8:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 2h52 | 11:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19952 | 9:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 11:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX13470 | 10:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 12:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 640 | 10:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 2h52 | 1:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1214 | 11:13 AM Vienna Hbf | 2h47 | 2:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19976 | 11:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 642 | 11:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 2h52 | 2:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19982 | 12:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 2:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 644 | 12:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h52 | 3:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19916 | 1:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 3:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 646 | 1:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h52 | 4:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX13474 | 2:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 4:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 648 | 2:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h52 | 5:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1212 | 3:13 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h47 | 6:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 187 | 3:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 5:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 740 | 3:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h52 | 6:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19986 | 4:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 6:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 66 | 4:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 6:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 742 | 4:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h52 | 7:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19970 | 5:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 7:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 744 | 5:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h52 | 8:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19988 | 6:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 8:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 68 | 6:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 8:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
NJ 40490 | 6:36 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h36 | 9:12 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19972 | 7:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 9:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 748 | 7:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h52 | 10:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
NJ 40233+ RJ 656 | 8:10 PM Vienna Hbf | 3h56 | 12:06 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 664 | 8:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h31 | 10:59 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 764 | 9:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h31 | 11:59 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 768 | 10:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h31 | 12:59 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
NJ 19946 | 10:44 PM Vienna Hbf | 3h05 | 1:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 462 | 11:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 2h39 | 2:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
Trains from Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł23 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:57, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (251 km) distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 155 miles (251 km) |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price zł23 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 2:57 AM |
Last train 10:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, Westbahn, ÖBB | REX, Deutsche Bahn from Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf trainsÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, Westbahn, ÖBB | REX, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Vienna Hbf and Salzburg Hbf from zł23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Nightjet
Westbahn
ÖBB | REX
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf 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 Salzburg Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
Most Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf trains use the Wien Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Vienna Hbf and Salzburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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.
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