- Must visit
Kunsthaus Bregenz
Leading contemporary art museum on the lakefront, known for changing international exhibitions and its luminous glass architecture.
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
4 h 48 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Bregenz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Bregenz will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 30 trains that leave Salzburg for Bregenz every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 249 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 51 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.
79220
RJX19910+
REX 1
IC 19936+
REX 1
RJX19912
79212
NJ 13486+
REX 1
S 2 · 27086 · 27004 · ECE 196
RJX19960
RJX19962
RJX19912Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Bregenz 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 train which can get you there in 4h 18m. 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 £117.
Distance: 249 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£34 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £328 Average Price |
4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 42m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 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.
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Bregenz trains for today, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
79220 | 17:39 Salzburg Hbf | 5h05 | 22:44 Bregenz Riedenburg Bahnhst (Schendlinger Straße) | 0 changesdirect | |
79220 | 17:39 Salzburg Hbf | 5h09 | 22:48 Bregenz station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 13 August | |||||
NJ 19946 | 2:12 Salzburg Hbf | 6h45 | 8:57 Bregenz station | 0 changesdirect | |
NJ 13486+ REX 1 | 2:30 Salzburg Hbf | 4h48 | 7:18 Bregenz station | 1 change | |
79000+ ECE 198 | On time 3:47 Salzburg Hbf | 5h11 | 8:58 Bregenz station | 1 change | |
RE5+ EC 198 | 3:47 Salzburg Hbf | 5h11 | 8:58 Bregenz station | 1 change | |
RE5 · RE72 · RB92+ REX 1 | 3:47 Salzburg Hbf | 5h52 | 9:39 Bregenz station | 3 changes | |
RJ 1296 · 78919 · REX 25917 | On time 5:39 Salzburg Hbf | 5h01 | 10:40 Bregenz station | 2 changes | |
RE96+ REX 1+ RJ 1296 | On time 5:39 Salzburg Hbf | 5h01 | 10:40 Bregenz station | 2 changes | |
IC 19936+ REX 1 | 5:56 Salzburg Hbf | 4h52 | 10:48 Bregenz station | 1 change | |
RE5+ EC 196 | 6:05 Salzburg Hbf | 4h53 | 10:58 Bregenz station | 1 change | |
79010+ ECE 196 | On time 6:05 Salzburg Hbf | 4h53 | 10:58 Bregenz station | 1 change | |
S 2 · 27086 · 27004 · ECE 196 | On time 6:08 Salzburg Hbf | 4h50 | 10:58 Bregenz station | 3 changes | |
RJ 13478+ D 216 | 6:56 Salzburg Hbf | 4h53 | 11:49 Bregenz station | 1 change | |
NJ 294+ RE96+ REX 1 | 7:01 Salzburg Hbf | 5h36 | 12:37 Bregenz station | 2 changes | |
RJX19938+ REX 1 | 7:56 Salzburg Hbf | 4h52 | 12:48 Bregenz station | 1 change | |
RE5+ EC 194 | 8:05 Salzburg Hbf | 4h53 | 12:58 Bregenz station | 1 change | |
RJX19960 | 8:56 Salzburg Hbf | 4h51 | 13:47 Bregenz station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 · RE96+ REX 1 | 9:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h32 | 14:37 Bregenz station | 2 changes | |
79020+ 78931 · REX 25927 | On time 9:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h32 | 14:37 Bregenz station | 2 changes | |
79212 | 9:39 Salzburg Hbf | 5h05 | 14:44 Bregenz Riedenburg Bahnhst (Schendlinger Straße) | 0 changesdirect | |
79212 | 9:39 Salzburg Hbf | 5h09 | 14:48 Bregenz station | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19910+ REX 1 | 9:56 Salzburg Hbf | 4h56 | 14:52 Bregenz station | 1 change | |
RE5+ EC 192 | 10:05 Salzburg Hbf | 4h53 | 14:58 Bregenz station | 1 change | |
79022+ ECE 192 | On time 10:05 Salzburg Hbf | 4h53 | 14:58 Bregenz station | 1 change | |
RJX19962 | 10:56 Salzburg Hbf | 4h51 | 15:47 Bregenz station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 · RE96+ REX 1 | 11:05 Salzburg Hbf | 5h34 | 16:39 Bregenz station | 2 changes | |
RJX19912 | 11:56 Salzburg Hbf | 4h51 | 16:47 Bregenz station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5+ EC 190 | 12:05 Salzburg Hbf | 4h53 | 16:58 Bregenz station | 1 change | |
RJX13470+ R 1 | 12:56 Salzburg Hbf | 4h52 | 17:48 Bregenz station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Salzburg to Bregenz run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 249 km distance in 3h 58m.
Distance 249 km |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 0:13 |
Last train 23:22 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Bregenz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bregenz trip today.
Leading contemporary art museum on the lakefront, known for changing international exhibitions and its luminous glass architecture.
Regional museum covering Vorarlberg’s history, culture and design, housed in a modern building beside the old town.
Historic tower museum presenting local history in a distinctive medieval setting with paintings and views over the Upper Town.
Bregenz’s hilltop old quarter with narrow lanes, historic houses and small squares, ideal for a quiet walk away from the lakefront.
Popular lakeside promenade and harbour area with views of the stage, mountains and ferries on Lake Constance.
Wooded mountain above the city, reached by cable car or footpaths, with panoramic viewpoints and many walking routes.
Cheese noodles from Vorarlberg with melted mountain cheese and fried onions. A hearty regional staple closely linked to Alpine dairy traditions.
Thin pancakes sliced into strips and served in clear beef broth. A classic Austrian soup often eaten in homes and traditional inns.
Potato dumplings stuffed with cheese, usually topped with butter and onions. A filling Alpine dish common in western Austria.
Elegant dining venue at Hotel Messmer offering Austrian and international dishes in a polished atmosphere near the waterfront.
Traditional Austrian inn serving regional dishes in a classic, welcoming setting near the centre. Good choice for hearty local cooking.
Stylish lakeside restaurant known for Austrian and seasonal dishes with a refined atmosphere and views over Lake Constance.
Moderate for Austria. Hotels and dining are pricier than smaller towns, but local transport and casual meals are manageable for most travellers.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. Add 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Bregenz Bahnhof -> Kornmarktplatz, Bregenz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Bregenz 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 Bregenz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salzburg to Bregenz trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Bregenz station pair, with some services arriving at Bregenz, Schendlinger Straße (Riedenburg Bahnhst). Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Bregenz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) 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 options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Salzburg Taxham Europark is 3 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Taxham Europark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
ATMs are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
Bregenz 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 Poseidon, Gasthof Lamm
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bregenz. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bregenz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bregenz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bregenz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bregenz: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Messmer, Hotel Weißes Kreuz, Hotel Ibis Bregenz.
Bregenz, Schendlinger Straße (Riedenburg Bahnhst) is 2 km from Bregenz city centre. Public transport options include:
Bregenz, Schendlinger Straße (Riedenburg Bahnhst) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bregenz, Schendlinger Straße (Riedenburg Bahnhst).
Bregenz Hafen 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 Bregenz Hafen.
ATMs are available at Bregenz Hafen.
Available at Bregenz Hafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bregenz Hafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bregenz Hafen.
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