The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to St. Gilgen
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to St. Gilgen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to St. Gilgen will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
Of the 1 trains that leave Vienna for St. Gilgen on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 229 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 55 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Vienna to St. Gilgen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to St. Gilgen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €39.
Distance: 142 miles (229 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€51 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest |
3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Vienna to St. Gilgen train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to St. Gilgen trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:38 PM Vienna | 2h55 | 6:33 PM St. Gilgen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Vienna to St. Gilgen trains with Omio?
ÖBB as well as Westbahn, ÖBB | InterCity and ÖBB | ICE offer trains services from Vienna to St. Gilgen. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Vienna to St. Gilgen.
Why book with Omio vs ÖBB?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ÖBB, but also compare tickets for the likes of Westbahn, ÖBB | InterCity and ÖBB | ICE to find the best option for your trip from Vienna to St. Gilgen.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare ÖBB with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Vienna to St. Gilgen.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While ÖBB tickets can be bought on ÖBB's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Westbahn, ÖBB | InterCity and ÖBB | ICE to help you choose the right option for your journey from Vienna to St. Gilgen.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Vienna to St. Gilgen.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna to St. Gilgen
Trains from Vienna to St. Gilgen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€39) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:22, the last at 17:45. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (229 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 142 miles (229 km) |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€39) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 07:22 |
Last train 17:45 |
Train companies: ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE from Vienna to St. Gilgen trainsÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE trains will get you between Vienna and St. Gilgen from $16 (€13). 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 Vienna to St. Gilgen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to St. Gilgen 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 St. Gilgen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Vienna to St. Gilgen
- 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
- 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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