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Museum KZ-Gedenkstätte Mauthausen
Main museum and memorial exhibitions document the camp’s history through preserved spaces, archives, and thoughtful interpretation.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Mauthausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 121 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Mauthausen take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 30m.
Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £8. The journey takes 1h 30m versus 1h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Salzburg to Mauthausen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 121 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 1:00 |
Last train 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 56 days |
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Main museum and memorial exhibitions document the camp’s history through preserved spaces, archives, and thoughtful interpretation.
Visitor centre with permanent displays that introduce the site, its history, and practical context before exploring the memorial grounds.
Local museum in nearby Enns presenting regional history, archaeology, and town development in a compact historic setting.
Central square with historic buildings and everyday local life, useful as a starting point for exploring the town on foot.
Danube promenade area for gentle walks, river views, and a quieter look at Mauthausen beyond its major memorial sites.
Former granite quarry area linked to the memorial, visited for its landscape, history, and powerful sense of place.
A rich Upper Austrian potato soup, often finished with cream and marjoram. It is a comforting regional staple in inns across the Mühlviertel area.
Rustic potato noodles or dumplings from Upper Austria, usually fried and served savoury or sweet. They reflect farmhouse cooking common in the region.
A hearty roasted pork joint with crackling, typically served with dumplings and cabbage. It is a classic Sunday and tavern dish in Upper Austria.
Traditional inn in Mauthausen serving Austrian classics in a relaxed setting. A practical choice for regional meat dishes and local hospitality.
Established hotel restaurant with Austrian and seasonal dishes. Expect a comfortable atmosphere suited to a sit-down lunch or dinner.
Casual riverside café and restaurant known for simple meals, cakes and drinks. Good for a relaxed stop with Danube views in season.
Moderate for Austria. Meals and coffee are fairly priced, while hotels and rail trips cost less than in Vienna or Salzburg.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is polite in restaurants. Round up taxi fares. In cafés, leave small change or round up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Mauthausen 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 Mauthausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salzburg to Mauthausen trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Mauthausen OÖ station pair. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Mauthausen 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 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.
Mauthausen OÖ has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Mauthausen OÖ.
ATMs are available at Mauthausen OÖ.
Available at Mauthausen OÖ: Parking, WC.
Available at Mauthausen OÖ: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mauthausen OÖ.
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