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Compare bus and train for Salzburg to Spittal an der Drau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Spittal an der Drau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $31, while a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 72 miles (116 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$31 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around $31 compared to roughly $61 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $29. The journey takes 2h 5m versus 1h 52m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Salzburg to Spittal an der Drau
How to get from Salzburg to Spittal an der Drau by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Salzburg to Spittal an der Drau is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
IC 79311:07 AM2h01Salzburg Hbf1:08 PMSpittal-Millstättersee$121One-way0 transfers
Cheapest
IC 79311:07 AM2h01Salzburg Hbf1:08 PMSpittal-Millstättersee$121One-way0 transfers
Fastest
IC 79311:07 AM2h01Salzburg Hbf1:08 PMSpittal-Millstättersee$121One-way0 transfers
Other options
IC 793+
S 611:07 AM2h49Salzburg Hbf1:56 PMRothenthurn$121One-way1 transfer
RJ 5518:07 AM2h02Salzburg Hbf10:09 AMSpittal-Millstättersee$181One-way0 transfers
R 3+
IC 7918:37 AM2h27Salzburg Hbf11:04 AMSpittal-Millstättersee$181One-way1 transfer
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- Around 14 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Salzburg and Spittal an der Drau as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Salzburg Hbf and arrive in Spittal-Millstättersee.
- Travel with ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | REX to go to Spittal an der Drau by train.
- 6 direct trains per day with ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet.
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