The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna International Airport 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 International Airport to Salzburg Hbf will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 21 trains that leave Vienna International Airport for Salzburg Hbf on Mon, Mar 02, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 02 the direct trains cover the 264 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
On Mon, Mar 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 51 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.
S 7+
CJX 9+
IC 540
IC 740
IC 648
IC 546
IC 548
RJ 856+
RJX 866
RJX 560
RJX 168
RJ 752+
RJX 860
RJX 562Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 164 miles (264 km)
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3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf trains for tomorrow, Monday, March 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S 7+ CJX 9+ IC 540 | 4:19 AM Vienna Airport | 3h30 | 7:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S 7+ CJX 9 · RJX 660 | 4:49 AM Vienna Airport | 3h04 | 7:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 542 | 5:34 AM Vienna Airport | 3h15 | 8:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 560 | 6:02 AM Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 8:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 544 | 6:34 AM Vienna Airport | 3h15 | 9:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 754+ RJX 562 | 7:02 AM Vienna Airport | 3h51 | 10:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 754+ RJX 662 | 7:02 AM Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 9:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 754+ IC 548 | 7:02 AM Vienna Airport | 4h47 | 11:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 754+ IC 546 | 7:02 AM Vienna Airport | 3h47 | 10:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 546 · IC 548 | 7:34 AM Vienna Airport | 4h15 | 11:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 546+ RJX 860 | 7:34 AM Vienna Airport | 4h19 | 11:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 546 | 7:34 AM Vienna Airport | 3h15 | 10:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 546+ RJX 562 | 7:34 AM Vienna Airport | 3h19 | 10:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 562 | 8:02 AM Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 10:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 548 | 8:34 AM Vienna Airport | 3h15 | 11:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 752+ RJX 860 | 9:02 AM Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 11:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 858+ RJX 864 | 1:02 PM Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 3:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 648 | 1:34 PM Vienna Airport | 3h15 | 4:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 168 | 2:02 PM Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 4:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 740 | 2:34 PM Vienna Airport | 3h15 | 5:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 856+ RJX 866 | 3:02 PM Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 5:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf
Trains from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€25) but you can travel from only $28 (€22) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:02, the last at 20:33. The fastest train covers the 164 miles (264 km) distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 164 miles (264 km) |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€25) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 07:02 |
Last train 20:33 |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Westbahn, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | REX from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Westbahn, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | REX trains will get you between Vienna International Airport and Salzburg Hbf from $28 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Westbahn
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | REX
ÖBB | S-Bahn
ÖBB | Regionalzug
FAQs: Trains from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna International Airport 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 International Airport to Salzburg Hbf
- 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
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