How to travel from Salzburg to Bregenz

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Salzburg to Bregenz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Bregenz 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 2m. 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 $689.

Distance: 154 miles (249 km)

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$86

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$689

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5h 16m

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4h 46m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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

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

A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Bregenz costing on average $86 (€71).

A bus is $639 (€528) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg to Bregenz costing on average $689 (€568).

The fastest way to travel from Salzburg to Bregenz is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 2m.

Other travel options to Bregenz take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 16m.

Bus takes on average 5h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Salzburg and Bregenz including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Salzburg to Bregenz among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $86 (€71) compared to roughly $40 (€33) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-46.42 (€-38.32). The journey takes 4h 46m versus 3h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Salzburg to Bregenz

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

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

  • FlixBus
    4:35 PM7h00
    Salzburg
    11:35 PMBregenz
    $351One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    4:35 PM7h00
    Salzburg
    11:35 PMBregenz
    $351One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    4:05 AM6h10
    Salzburg
    10:15 AMBregenz
    $461One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    8:15 AM8h25
    Salzburg
    4:40 PMBregenz
    $371One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    3:35 PM7h00
    Salzburg
    10:35 PMBregenz
    $381One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    7:45 AM6h15
    Salzburg
    2:00 PMBregenz
    $431One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Salzburg to Bregenz

Travel to Bregenz 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 Salzburg to Bregenz.

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

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

A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Bregenz costing on average $86 (€71).

A bus is $639 (€528) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg to Bregenz costing on average $689 (€568).

The fastest way to travel from Salzburg to Bregenz is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 2m.

Other travel options to Bregenz take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 16m.

Bus takes on average 5h 30m.

The distance from Salzburg to Bregenz is approximately 154 miles (249 km).
The average frequency per day from Salzburg to Bregenz is:
  • Around 14 trains per day.
  • Around 7 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Salzburg and Bregenz 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 Salzburg to Bregenz:
  • Flights mostly depart from Salzburg Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Salzburg Hbf and arrive in Bregenz station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Salzburg, P+R Süd and arrive in Bregenz, Fritz-Mayer-Platz (Busbahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Salzburg to Bregenz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Nightjet, Bayerische Regiobahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, Deutsche Bahn, Westbahn to go to Bregenz by train.
  • Travel with Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa to go to Bregenz by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Bregenz by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Salzburg to Bregenz:
  • 6 direct trains per day with ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB, Westbahn.
Omio customers who travel from Salzburg to Bregenz often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Zurich, Munich, Milan, Innsbruck. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bregenz and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bregenz to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days in Bregenz is ideal to enjoy its cultural attractions, explore Lake Constance, and visit the Pfänder mountain for panoramic views.

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