The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg Hbf to St. Johann im Pongau
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg Hbf to St. Johann im Pongau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg Hbf to St. Johann im Pongau will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 5 trains that leave Salzburg Hbf for St. Johann im Pongau every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 56 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.










Live departures
Salzburg Hbf to St. Johann im Pongau train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg Hbf to St. Johann im Pongau trains for today, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 551 | 07:07 Salzburg Hbf | 0h49 | 07:56 St. Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 791 | 08:07 Salzburg Hbf | 0h47 | 08:54 St. Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 718 | 08:11 Salzburg Hbf | 0h55 | 09:06 St. Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 113 | 09:07 Salzburg Hbf | 0h49 | 09:56 St. Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 793 | 10:07 Salzburg Hbf | 0h47 | 10:54 St. Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 716 | 10:11 Salzburg Hbf | 0h55 | 11:06 St. Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 115 | 11:07 Salzburg Hbf | 0h49 | 11:56 St. Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 795 | 12:07 Salzburg Hbf | 0h47 | 12:54 St. Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 714 | 12:11 Salzburg Hbf | 0h55 | 13:06 St. Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 117 | 13:07 Salzburg Hbf | 0h49 | 13:56 St. Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 797 | 14:07 Salzburg Hbf | 0h47 | 14:54 St. Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 22 December | |||||
![]() | 04:12 Salzburg Hbf | 0h50 | 05:02 St. Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:12 Salzburg Hbf | 0h50 | 07:02 St. Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg Hbf to St. Johann im Pongau
Trains from Salzburg Hbf to St. Johann im Pongau run on average 3 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 19:12. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 50m.
Distance 53 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 19:12 |
Train companies: ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, Westbahn from Salzburg Hbf to St. Johann im Pongau trainsÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, Westbahn trains will get you between Salzburg Hbf and St. Johann im Pongau from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | REX
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB
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 Nightjet
Westbahn
ÖBB | S-Bahn
FAQs: Salzburg Hbf to St. Johann im Pongau train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg Hbf to St. Johann im Pongau 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 St. Johann im Pongau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg Hbf and St. Johann im Pongau
- 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 - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Bahnhofstraße.
- Restaurant Platzl
- Gasthof Silbergasser
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Alpendorf
- Alpenland Sporthotel
- Hotel Brückenwirt
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and lockers
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance connections
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