The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf
Cheapest price on 14 Oct
£18
Average ticket price on 14 Oct
£44
Fastest journey on 14 Oct
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 14 Oct
2 h 25 m
Trains on 14 Oct
39
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 £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
On Wed 14 Oct, we found 39 trains from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf, including 38 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 251 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 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 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.
RJ 845 · RJ 82122:117h24Salzburg Hbf5:35Vienna Hbf£181One-way1 change
IC 74919:112h52Salzburg Hbf22:03Vienna Hbf£231One-way0 changes
RJX1991920:072h25Salzburg Hbf22:32Vienna Hbf£231One-way0 changes
IC 84321:112h52Salzburg Hbf0:03Vienna Hbf£231One-way0 changes
IC 74517:112h52Salzburg Hbf20:03Vienna Hbf£271One-way0 changes
RJX199738:072h25Salzburg Hbf10:32Vienna Hbf£451One-way0 changes
RJX1997510:072h25Salzburg Hbf12:32Vienna Hbf£591One-way0 changes
RJX199819:072h25Salzburg Hbf11:32Vienna Hbf£591One-way0 changes
RJX1998311:072h25Salzburg Hbf13:32Vienna Hbf£591One-way0 changes
RJX 18612:072h25Salzburg Hbf14:32Vienna Hbf£591One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf
Trains from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:19, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 1:19 |
Last train 22:13 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Live departures
Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf trains for today, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX19919 | 20:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h33 | 22:40 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 841 | 20:11 Salzburg Hbf | 2h59 | 23:10 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 406 | 20:30 Salzburg Hbf | 2h46 | 23:16 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX13483 | 21:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h33 | 23:40 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 843 | 21:11 Salzburg Hbf | 2h59 | 0:10 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19937 | 22:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h35 | 0:42 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 845 · RJ 821 | 22:11 Salzburg Hbf | 7h24 | 5:35 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 14 October | |||||
EC 463 | 3:50 Salzburg Hbf | 2h42 | 6:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
NJ 40236 | 4:33 Salzburg Hbf | 3h25 | 7:58 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
NJ 13487 | 4:33 Salzburg Hbf | 3h25 | 7:58 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 769 | 5:01 Salzburg Hbf | 2h31 | 7:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 761 | 6:01 Salzburg Hbf | 2h31 | 8:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 543 | 6:11 Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 9:03 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
NJ 40421 | 7:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2h46 | 9:48 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19979 | 7:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 9:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 545 | 7:11 Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 10:03 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19973 | 8:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 10:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 547 | 8:11 Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 11:03 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19981 | 9:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 11:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1211 | 10:00 Salzburg Hbf | 2h47 | 12:47 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19975 | 10:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 12:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 641 | 10:11 Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 13:03 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19983 | 11:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 13:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 186 | 12:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 14:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 645 | 12:11 Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 15:03 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19985 | 13:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 15:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 647 | 13:11 Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 16:03 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1215 | 14:00 Salzburg Hbf | 2h47 | 16:47 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19977 | 14:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 16:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 649 | 14:11 Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 17:03 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX13477 | 15:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 17:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 741 | 15:11 Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 18:03 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19915 | 16:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 18:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 743 | 16:11 Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 19:03 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX13479 | 17:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 19:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 745 | 17:11 Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 20:03 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19957 | 18:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 20:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 747 | 18:11 Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 21:03 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19961 | 19:07 Salzburg Hbf | 2h25 | 21:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 749 | 19:11 Salzburg Hbf | 2h52 | 22:03 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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ÖBB
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | ICE
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 | REX
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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg Hbf and Vienna Hbf
Most Salzburg Hbf to Vienna Hbf trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Salzburg Hbf and Vienna Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Salzburg Hbf from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Getting to Wien Hauptbahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
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