The cheapest and fastest trains from Dornbirn to Salzburg
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dornbirn to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dornbirn to Salzburg will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Of the 1 trains that leave Dornbirn for Salzburg every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 252 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 25 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 train, coach and flight for Dornbirn to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dornbirn to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 33m. 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 coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £121.
Distance: 252 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£33 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £267 Average Price |
4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 13m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dornbirn to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Dornbirn to Salzburg trains for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:52 Dornbirn | 4h11 | 22:03 Salzburg | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 15 November | |||||
![]() | 13:56 Dornbirn | 4h25 | 18:21 Salzburg | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dornbirn to Salzburg
Trains from Dornbirn to Salzburg run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 252 km distance in 4h 11m.
Distance 252 km |
Average train duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 11m |
First train 00:21 |
Last train 23:09 |
Train companies: ÖBB, Westbahn, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet from Dornbirn to Salzburg trainsÖBB, Westbahn, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Dornbirn and Salzburg from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB
Westbahn
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Railjet
FAQs: Dornbirn to Salzburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dornbirn to Salzburg 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 Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dornbirn and Salzburg
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Bahnhofstraße.
- Gasthaus Gemsle
- Restaurant Rotes Haus
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Krone
- Vienna House Martinspark Dornbirn
- Hotel Katharinenhof
- Located in the main hall
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and S-Bahn platforms
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
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