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Gasteiner Museum
Local history museum covering Bad Gastein’s spa culture, tourism, everyday life and regional traditions in the valley.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 12 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 14 m
Trains on 18 Sept
4
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Innsbruck to Bad Gastein is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Innsbruck to Bad Gastein will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 4 trains from Innsbruck to Bad Gastein, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 16 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Innsbruck to Bad Gastein among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, while a coach costs an average of £50.
Distance: 132 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price | £37 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Innsbruck to Bad Gastein:
A train is £29 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Innsbruck to Bad Gastein costing on average £50.
Other travel options to Bad Gastein take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 28m.
The journey is about 2m faster (2h 54m by train vs 2h 56m by car) and roughly £16 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£21 vs £37). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Innsbruck to Bad Gastein trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX19983 · IR 713+ IC 793 | 8:56 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h33 | 12:29 Bad Gastein station | 2 changes | |
IR 515+ EC 115 | 10:12 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h16 | 13:28 Bad Gastein station | 1 change | |
RJX19985 · IR 715+ IC 795 | 10:56 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h33 | 14:29 Bad Gastein station | 2 changes | |
EC 163+ ICE 117 | 12:20 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h08 | 15:28 Bad Gastein station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Innsbruck to Bad Gastein run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Local history museum covering Bad Gastein’s spa culture, tourism, everyday life and regional traditions in the valley.
Mining museum in Böckstein presenting the area’s gold-mining history, tools and life connected with the historic tunnels.
Exhibition spaces in a landmark power station complex, combining industrial heritage with changing cultural displays.
The town’s famous waterfall in the centre, with several viewpoints and walkways showcasing Bad Gastein’s dramatic setting.
Popular mountain viewpoint above the town, reached by lift and walking paths, with broad panoramas over the Gastein Valley.
Historic promenade route with classic villas, valley views and an easy walk through Bad Gastein’s elegant spa landscape.
A hearty Austrian pancake torn into pieces and dusted with sugar, often served with plum compote. A classic mountain dessert found across Salzburg province.
Boiled beef in broth, traditionally served with root vegetables, potatoes and horseradish. It is a classic Austrian Sunday dish with deep regional roots.
Thin veal cutlet in crisp breadcrumbs, usually served with potatoes or salad. It is one of Austria’s most iconic traditional dishes.
Stylish restaurant known for refined Austrian cooking and a historic grand hotel setting. Good for a more elegant dinner in Bad Gastein.
Traditional alpine hut restaurant above town, popular for Austrian classics, après-ski atmosphere and broad mountain views.
Casual pizzeria and restaurant with dependable pizzas, pasta and Austrian favourites. A relaxed option for families and groups.
Bad Gastein is pricier than many Austrian towns, with higher hotel, dining and ski-season costs, though local buses and simple lunches help keep daily spend manageable.
Service is usually included. In restaurants, round up or leave about 5-10% for good service. Round up small taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Bad Gastein Bahnhof -> Bad Gastein Mozartplatz, Bad Gastein
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Innsbruck to Bad Gastein 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 Bad Gastein, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Innsbruck to Bad Gastein trains use the Innsbruck Hbf to Bad Gastein station pair. Use this guide to compare Innsbruck and Bad Gastein train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Innsbruck Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Europa Stüberl, Die Pizzerei
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, Grand Hotel Europa, ibis Innsbruck.
Innsbruck Hötting is 2 km from Innsbruck city centre. Public transport options include:
Innsbruck Hötting has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Innsbruck Hötting.
ATMs are available at Innsbruck Hötting.
Available at Innsbruck Hötting: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hötting: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hötting.
Bad Gastein has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Hexenhäusl, Restaurant Lutter & Wegner
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Bad Gastein. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bad Gastein. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bad Gastein: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bad Gastein: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bad Gastein: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Salzburger Hof, Hotel Elisabethpark, Hotel Miramonte.
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