- Recommended
Museum Goldenes Dachl
Museum inside the Golden Roof building covering Emperor Maximilian I and Innsbruck’s history. Compact, central, and easy to combine with Old Town sights.
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
1 h 57 m
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Innsbruck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Innsbruck will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 32 trains that leave Salzburg for Innsbruck every day 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 15 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.
NJ 19946
RJX19972
RJX19986
RJX19970
IC 19936
NJ 13486
EN 40462
RJX19972
RJX19962
RJX19960Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £22.
Distance: 137 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£24 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Innsbruck trains for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 13478 | 6:56 Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 9:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19938 | 7:56 Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 10:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19960 | 8:56 Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 11:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79212 | 9:39 Salzburg Hbf | 2h19 | 11:58 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79212 | 9:39 Salzburg Hbf | 2h34 | 12:13 Innsbruck Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19910 | 9:56 Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 12:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19962 | 10:56 Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 13:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79214 | 11:39 Salzburg Hbf | 2h19 | 13:58 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19912 | 11:56 Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 14:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX13470 | 12:56 Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 15:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79216 | 13:39 Salzburg Hbf | 2h19 | 15:58 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79220 | 17:39 Salzburg Hbf | 2h19 | 19:58 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79220 | 17:39 Salzburg Hbf | 2h34 | 20:13 Innsbruck Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
79222 | 19:39 Salzburg Hbf | 2h19 | 21:58 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 20 August | |||||
NJ 19946 | 2:12 Salzburg Hbf | 2h53 | 5:05 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EN 40462 | 2:30 Salzburg Hbf | 2h00 | 4:30 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
NJ 13486 | 2:30 Salzburg Hbf | 1h57 | 4:27 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79000 · 79237+ REX 5310 | 3:47 Salzburg Hbf | 2h53 | 6:40 Innsbruck Hbf | 2 changes | |
79000 · 79237+ REX 5310 | 3:47 Salzburg Hbf | 2h50 | 6:37 Innsbruck | 2 changes | |
RE5 · RB54+ REX 2 | 3:47 Salzburg Hbf | 2h53 | 6:40 Innsbruck Hbf | 2 changes | |
NJ 236+ RB54 · CJX 1 | 3:55 Salzburg Hbf | 3h38 | 7:33 Innsbruck Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 19936 | 5:56 Salzburg Hbf | 2h15 | 8:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5+ NJ 40491 | 6:05 Salzburg Hbf | 2h44 | 8:49 Innsbruck Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Salzburg to Innsbruck run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 137 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 137 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Innsbruck — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Innsbruck trip today.
Museum inside the Golden Roof building covering Emperor Maximilian I and Innsbruck’s history. Compact, central, and easy to combine with Old Town sights.
Major Tyrolean museum with art, history, and cultural collections from prehistory to modern times. A strong choice for understanding the region.
Specialist museum on Tyrolean folk culture with traditional interiors, crafts, and clothing. It gives a vivid sense of everyday Alpine life.
Medieval centre of colourful facades, arcades, and narrow lanes. It is the city’s most atmospheric area for architecture, strolling, and classic views.
Viewpoint above the city reached by funicular and cable car. Even without hiking, it offers memorable alpine panoramas and a dramatic setting.
Elegant historic street lined with palaces, shops, and cafés, framed by mountain views. It is ideal for a central walk between major sights.
Tyrolean pressed cheese dumplings, usually served in broth or with salad. A classic mountain dish prized for hearty alpine flavours.
A rich potato, onion and bacon fry-up with marjoram, often topped with a fried egg. It is a staple in Tyrolean inns and mountain huts.
A dense potato and flour pancake traditionally pan-fried and served with sauerkraut or soup. It is a rustic Tyrolean comfort food.
Refined restaurant with modern Austrian cooking and a polished atmosphere, suitable for a more special dinner in Innsbruck.
Casual alpine-style venue popular for dumplings, schnitzel and local beer, with a lively and accessible city-centre atmosphere.
Traditional Tyrolean inn in the Old Town serving classics such as Gröstl, dumplings and schnitzel in a historic, cosy setting.
Innsbruck is pricier than many Austrian cities. Hotels, mountain access and dining raise costs, though public transport and casual meals remain manageable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
Official public transport app
Innsbruck Hbf -> Maria-Theresien-Straße, Innsbruck
OBB Railjet operates its high-speed trains every hour each weekday between Salzburg and Innsbruck. All journeys are direct, and take less than two hours to complete.
OBB Railjet operates its trains along this route from about 7:00 am to about 10:00 pm each weekday. Trains leave approximately every hour during the day.
All the journeys are direct, and take one hour and about 50 minutes to complete. The journey covers a distance of about 115 miles, and meanders via Rosenheim in Germany (although without a stop at this point).
Departure train station: The Railjet trains all depart from Salzburg's Hauptbahnhof, the city's main station. Many shops and restaurants and an OBB lounge make tgis stattion exceptionally passenger-friendly. The station is about 15 minutes'walk from the city's historical centre, equating to a 5 to 7 minute drive. Public transport is freely available at the station.
Arrival train station: All trains arrive at Innsbruck's central station, the Hauptbahnhof. Innsbruck is the winter sport "capital" of Austria, and is a popular tourist destination. A transport hub in front of the station ensures access to trams and buses, as well as taxis. Access to local shops is via a pedestrian tunnel. The station is about a mile from the Innsbruck city centre.
OBB Railjet operates all 16 trains departing Salzburg for Innsbruck each day. All high-speed journeys are direct, and take less than two hours to complete.
Seats can be reserved for this journey at a small additional cost, or selected upon boarding. Wifi is available, as is access to the onboard restaurant. Some journeys only operate a first class service, with more comfortable and spacious seating options.
OBB Fastjet restricts passengers to two suitcases and one piece of hand luggage. The operator allows bicycles, folded in a protective cover, but requires a bicycle ticket to be bought at 10% of the cost of the passenger ticket. Small pets can be carried for free as long as they are transported in a container. Larger animals can be taken on board on a leash, and muzzled, at a fee.
Assistance for the disabled is available free of charge, and should be arranged prior to the date of departure.
Ticket prices vary considerably, with the early morning and late night options being cheapest. For a number of journeys, only the first class option is available, at a higher rate. Booking online is advisable, to allow for comparison of prices between journey prices. Booking well in advance maximises chances of securing special deals, and of securing space for additional luggage if this is required. It also optimises the selection of seats available, should you wish to reserve a seat beforehand.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salzburg to Innsbruck trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Innsbruck Westbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Innsbruck 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 Liefering is 4 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Liefering has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food options include: McDonald's
ATMs are available at Salzburg Liefering.
Available at Salzburg Liefering: Parking.
Available at Salzburg Liefering: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Liefering.
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 Westbahnhof is 1 km from Innsbruck city centre. Public transport options include:
Innsbruck Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof.
Available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, NALA Individuellhotel, Hotel Zach.
Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst).
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