The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to Salzburg Airport
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Salzburg Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Salzburg Airport will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 5 trains that leave Vienna for Salzburg Airport on Fri, May 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 255 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 52 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.
3:38 AM2h30Vienna6:08 AMSalzburg Airport$241One-way0 transfers
7:57 AM2h52Vienna10:49 AMSalzburg Airport$251One-way0 transfers
5:38 PM2h30Vienna8:08 PMSalzburg Airport$551One-way0 transfers
8:38 AM2h30Vienna11:08 AMSalzburg Airport$611One-way0 transfers
4:38 PM2h30Vienna7:08 PMSalzburg Airport$751One-way0 transfers
8:38 AM2h30Vienna11:08 AMSalzburg Airport$611One-way0 transfers
4:38 PM2h30Vienna7:08 PMSalzburg Airport$751One-way0 transfers
3:38 AM2h30Vienna6:08 AMSalzburg Airport$241One-way0 transfers
5:38 PM2h30Vienna8:08 PMSalzburg Airport$551One-way0 transfers
7:57 AM2h52Vienna10:49 AMSalzburg Airport$251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Vienna to Salzburg Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Salzburg Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 158 miles (255 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$50 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m 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 to Salzburg Airport:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Salzburg Airport costing on average $50 (€40).
Other travel options to Salzburg Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 30m.
The journey is about 35m faster (2h 43m by train vs 3h 18m by car) and roughly $27 (€22) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($50 (€40) vs $77 (€61)). 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, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Vienna to Salzburg Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Salzburg Airport trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
930 | 8:38 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2h34 | 11:12 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
![]() | 3:38 AM Vienna | 2h30 | 6:08 AM Salzburg Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:57 AM Vienna | 2h52 | 10:49 AM Salzburg Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:38 AM Vienna | 2h30 | 11:08 AM Salzburg Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:38 PM Vienna | 2h30 | 7:08 PM Salzburg Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:38 PM Vienna | 2h30 | 8:08 PM Salzburg Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Vienna to Salzburg Airport by bus or train
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Why should you book Vienna to Salzburg Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Westbahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Westbahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity or ÖBB | Railjet to find the best option for your trip from Vienna to Salzburg Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Vienna to Salzburg Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna to Salzburg Airport
Trains from Vienna to Salzburg Airport run on average 34 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 33 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 158 miles (255 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 158 miles (255 km) |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 33 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 3:38 AM |
Last train 11:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Westbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet from Vienna to Salzburg Airport trainsWestbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Vienna and Salzburg Airport from $18 (€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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FAQs: Trains from Vienna to Salzburg Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Salzburg Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Vienna to Salzburg Airport
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Felberstraße 1.
- Restaurant Westpol
- Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof
- Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle
- Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-10 for regional and suburban trains
- Hall 3: access to metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line U3, Line U6
- Tram: Line 5, Line 6, Line 9, Line 18, Line 52, Line 60
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access is available via Keißlergasse.
- Restaurant Hütteldorfer
- Gasthaus Maria Brunn
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Hotel An der Wien
- Hotel Kreiner
- Hotel Hadrigan
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: U4
- S-Bahn: S45, S50
- Bus: Several lines available
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