The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf 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 Vienna Hbf will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.
Of the 4 trains that leave Salzburg Hbf for Vienna Hbf every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 251 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 52 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.
RJX 8619:072h25Salzburg Hbf11:32Vienna Hbf£781One-way0 changes
RJX 76510:072h25Salzburg Hbf12:32Vienna Hbf£781One-way0 changes
IC 5499:112h52Salzburg Hbf12:03Vienna Hbf£781One-way0 changes
IC 64110:112h52Salzburg Hbf13:03Vienna Hbf£781One-way0 changes
RJX 8619:072h25Salzburg Hbf11:32Vienna Hbf£781One-way0 changes
RJX 76510:072h25Salzburg Hbf12:32Vienna Hbf£781One-way0 changes
IC 5499:112h52Salzburg Hbf12:03Vienna Hbf£781One-way0 changes
IC 64110:112h52Salzburg Hbf13:03Vienna Hbf£781One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 251 km
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Live departures
Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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RJX 861 | 7:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 9:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 549 | 7:11 Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 10:03 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 765 | 8:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 10:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 641 | 8:11 Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 11:03 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf
Trains from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:33, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 3:33 |
Last train 22:11 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Westbahn from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Westbahn trains will get you between Salzburg Hbf and Vienna Hbf from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Westbahn
ÖBB | S-Bahn
FAQs: Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf 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 Vienna Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg Hbf and Vienna Hbf
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
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