How to travel from Vienna to Saalbach

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Compare for Vienna to Saalbach

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Saalbach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €48 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, while a train costs an average of €60.

Distance: 182 miles (293 km)

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€60

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€48

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Cheapest

€76

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4h 56m

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4h 26m

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8h 56m

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8h 26m

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4h 34m

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The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Saalbach is a bus with an average price of €48.

This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Saalbach:

A bus is €12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Saalbach costing on average €60.

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Saalbach is by train with an average journey time of 4h 56m.

Other travel options to Saalbach take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 56m.

Yes, you can take a between Vienna and Saalbach.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Vienna to Saalbach among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €48 compared to roughly €76 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €28. The journey takes 8h 26m versus 4h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Vienna to Saalbach

How to get from Vienna to Saalbach by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Vienna to Saalbach is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Westbahn924
    5:38 PM4h16
    Vienna Westbahnhof
    9:54 PMZell am See station
    591One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Westbahn924
    5:38 PM4h16
    Vienna Westbahnhof
    9:54 PMZell am See station
    591One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Westbahn924
    5:38 PM4h16
    Vienna Westbahnhof
    9:54 PMZell am See station
    591One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Westbahn904
    7:38 AM4h16
    Vienna Westbahnhof
    11:54 AMZell am See station
    591One-way
    0 transfers
  • Westbahn912
    11:38 AM4h16
    Vienna Westbahnhof
    3:54 PMZell am See station
    591One-way
    0 transfers
  • Westbahn924
    5:38 PM4h22
    Vienna Westbahnhof
    10:00 PMMaishofen-Saalbach
    591One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Vienna to Saalbach

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You can travel between Vienna and Saalbach by .
The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Saalbach is a bus with an average price of €48.

This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Saalbach:

A bus is €12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Saalbach costing on average €60.

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Saalbach is by train with an average journey time of 4h 56m.

Other travel options to Saalbach take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 56m.

The distance from Vienna to Saalbach is approximately 182 miles (293 km).
The average frequency per day from Vienna to Saalbach is:
  • Around 20 trains per day.
  • Around 12 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Vienna and Saalbach as scheduled services by can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Vienna to Saalbach:
  • Trains mostly depart from Vienna Westbahnhof and arrive in Maishofen-Saalbach.
  • Buses mostly depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arrive in Salzburg, P+R Süd.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vienna to Saalbach, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Saalbach by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet to go to Saalbach by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Vienna to Saalbach:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Vienna to Saalbach often also extend their vacation to go to Salzburg, Munich, Zell am See, Salzburg Airport, Munich Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Saalbach and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Saalbach to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Saalbach, you can enjoy skiing at the renowned Saalbach-Hinterglemm resort, with extensive slopes and modern facilities. For biking enthusiasts, explore over 400 km of trails in the Bike Circus Saalbach. Hiking offers scenic routes like the Seven Summits or the Pinzgauer Spaziergang with breathtaking alpine views. The Saalbach Hinterglemm High Rope Park provides adventure courses and zip lines for all ages. After a day outdoors, experience vibrant Après-Ski nightlife in numerous bars and clubs. Best sights include the Schattberg X-press, Kohlmaisbahn, Reiterkogelbahn, Talschluss, and Zwölferkogelbahn, which offer panoramic views and access to various outdoor activities.
For a fulfilling experience in Saalbach, plan to spend around 3 to 5 days. This allows enough time to enjoy skiing, explore the hiking trails, and experience local attractions and dining.

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