How to travel from Bregenz to Salzburg

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bregenz to Salzburg

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bregenz to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, while a flight costs an average of $858.

Distance: 154 miles (249 km)

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$858

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The cheapest way to travel from Bregenz to Salzburg is a bus with an average price of $49 (€41).

This is compared to other travel options from Bregenz to Salzburg:

A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bregenz to Salzburg costing on average $82 (€68).

A bus is $809 (€668) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bregenz to Salzburg costing on average $858 (€708).

The fastest way to travel from Bregenz to Salzburg is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 5m.

Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 13m.

Bus takes on average 5h 24m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bregenz and Salzburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Bregenz to Salzburg among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 1h 12m sooner (2h 5m by flight vs 3h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $858 (€708) compared to roughly $40 (€33) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Bregenz to Salzburg

How to get from Bregenz to Salzburg by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Bregenz to Salzburg is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    3:15 PM6h40
    Bregenz
    9:55 PMSalzburg
    $321One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    3:15 PM6h40
    Bregenz
    9:55 PMSalzburg
    $321One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    12:25 PM6h10
    Bregenz
    6:35 PMSalzburg
    $401One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    1:25 PM6h50
    Bregenz
    8:15 PMSalzburg
    $331One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    10:55 AM6h35
    Bregenz
    5:30 PMSalzburg
    $381One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    9:55 AM6h35
    Bregenz
    4:30 PMSalzburg
    $451One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bregenz to Salzburg

Travel to Salzburg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bregenz to Salzburg.

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There are 3 options to travel between Bregenz and Salzburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bregenz to Salzburg is a bus with an average price of $49 (€41).

This is compared to other travel options from Bregenz to Salzburg:

A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bregenz to Salzburg costing on average $82 (€68).

A bus is $809 (€668) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bregenz to Salzburg costing on average $858 (€708).

The fastest way to travel from Bregenz to Salzburg is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 5m.

Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 13m.

Bus takes on average 5h 24m.

The distance from Bregenz to Salzburg is approximately 154 miles (249 km).
The average frequency per day from Bregenz to Salzburg is:
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 9 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bregenz and Salzburg as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bregenz to Salzburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Salzburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bregenz station and arrive in Salzburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bregenz, Fritz-Mayer-Platz (Busbahnhof) and arrive in Salzburg, P+R Süd.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bregenz to Salzburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Swiss, Eurowings, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa, GetJet Airlines to go to Salzburg by flight.
  • Travel with ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Nightjet, Bayerische Regiobahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | Railjet, Deutsche Bahn, Westbahn to go to Salzburg by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Salzburg by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bregenz to Salzburg:
  • 5 direct trains per day with ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB, Westbahn.
Omio customers who travel from Bregenz to Salzburg often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Hallstatt, Munich, Prague, Innsbruck. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Salzburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Salzburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Salzburg, you can explore the Hohensalzburg Fortress for panoramic views of the city and Alps, visit the baroque Mirabell Palace and Gardens, discover Mozart's Birthplace to learn about the famous composer, admire the stunning architecture of Salzburg Cathedral, and stroll along Getreidegasse, a charming shopping street with historic buildings and cafes.
To fully experience Salzburg, including its historic sites, cultural attractions, and scenic views, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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