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Mozart's Birthplace
Birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, displaying family items, instruments, and context on his early Salzburg years.
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 8 trains that leave Vienna Westbahnhof for Salzburg on Fri, Jul 17, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 17 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 Fri, Jul 17 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, and a bus costs an average of $14.
Distance: 154 miles (249 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$48 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price | $85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg costing on average $52 (€42).
Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 26m.
The journey is about 4m faster (2h 47m by train vs 2h 51m by car) and roughly $37 (€31) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($48 (€39) vs $85 (€70)). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg trains for today, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
79216 | 11:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 1:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
912 | 11:38 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 2:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
914 | 12:38 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 3:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
916 | 1:38 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 4:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
918 | 2:38 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 5:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
79220 | 3:08 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 5:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
920 | 3:38 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 6:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
966 | 4:08 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 6:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
922 | 4:38 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 7:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
79222 | 5:08 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 7:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
924 | 5:38 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 8:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
968 | 6:08 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 8:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
926 | 6:38 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 9:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
954 | 7:08 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 9:38 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
928 | 7:38 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 10:08 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
930 | 8:38 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h34 | 11:12 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 17 | |||||
![]() | 3:38 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 6:08 AM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 6:38 AM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:38 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h30 | 11:08 AM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Vienna Westbahnhof to Salzburg run on average 30 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 154 miles (249 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 154 miles (249 km) |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 3:38 AM |
Last train 11:08 PM |
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Birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, displaying family items, instruments, and context on his early Salzburg years.
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Tree-lined viewpoint hill with forest paths, old fortifications, and sweeping vistas over the Old Town and fortress.
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A rustic farmer’s breakfast of pan-fried potatoes, onions, and meat, usually topped with a fried egg. Popular in Alpine inns across Salzburg state.
Thin slices of boiled beef in broth, usually served with horseradish, root vegetables, and potatoes. A classic Austrian dish common in Salzburg taverns.
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Historic beer hall and monastery brewery known for Märzen beer, simple Austrian dishes, and lively communal tables in a classic Salzburg setting.
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Moderate for Western Europe; hotels rise in peak season, dining is mid-priced, and public transport is reasonable for tourists.
Service is often included, but rounding up is customary. Tip restaurants about 5-10%, round up in cafes, and round up taxi fares.
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