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Heimatmuseum
Regional museum on local history, crafts and everyday life, giving a compact introduction to the Pongau area.
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Sankt Johann im Pongau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Sankt Johann im Pongau will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 6 trains that leave Salzburg for Sankt Johann im Pongau every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 49 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.










The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Sankt Johann im Pongau trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:07 Salzburg | 0h49 | 6:56 Sankt Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:07 Salzburg | 0h49 | 7:56 Sankt Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:13 Salzburg | 0h58 | 9:11 Sankt Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:07 Salzburg | 0h49 | 9:56 Sankt Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:07 Salzburg | 0h47 | 10:54 Sankt Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:07 Salzburg | 0h49 | 19:56 Sankt Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Salzburg to Sankt Johann im Pongau run on average 5 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 47m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:29 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Sankt Johann im Pongau — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sankt Johann im Pongau trip today.
Regional museum on local history, crafts and everyday life, giving a compact introduction to the Pongau area.
Open-air heritage area presenting traditional rural buildings and farming culture in an accessible alpine setting.
Mining-themed visitor site explaining the district's industrial past and the people who worked in the mountains.
Dramatic gorge with walkways and waterfalls, one of the area's signature natural sights and a rewarding short outing.
Compact town centre with shops, church views and everyday local life, ideal for a relaxed stroll and orientation walk.
Well-known alpine district with hotels, lifts and panoramic paths, serving as a year-round base for mountain activities.
Käsespätzle are soft egg noodles tossed with Alpine cheese and topped with fried onions, a beloved hearty mountain staple across Salzburg.
Kasnocken are small dumplings or noodles mixed with melted cheese, often served in mountain inns as a filling regional comfort dish.
Pinzgauer Kasnocken are a Salzburg regional version of cheese dumplings, traditionally made with local cheese and browned onions.
Established hotel restaurant with Austrian and seasonal dishes, suitable for a more polished sit-down meal.
Traditional Austrian inn serving schnitzel, dumplings and regional classics in a relaxed, central setting.
Popular casual spot for pizzas, pasta and grilled dishes, useful for a relaxed family-friendly meal in town.
Moderate for Austria; lodging and ski-season dining can be pricey, but everyday meals and local transport are usually manageable for most travellers.
Service is usually included; round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés if service was good.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Sankt Johann im Pongau 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 Sankt Johann im Pongau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salzburg to Sankt Johann im Pongau trains use the Salzburg Hbf to St. Johann im Pongau station pair. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Sankt Johann im Pongau 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.
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.
St. Johann im Pongau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Platzl, Gasthof Silbergasser
Free.
Ticket office support is available at St. Johann im Pongau. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St. Johann im Pongau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St. Johann im Pongau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St. Johann im Pongau: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Johann im Pongau: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alpendorf, Alpenland Sporthotel, Hotel Brückenwirt.
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