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Museum Niederösterreich
Leading Lower Austrian museum for regional art, history and nature, with contemporary architecture by the Kulturbezirk.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to St Pölten is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to St Pölten will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
On Tue 03 Nov, we found 3 trains from Salzburg to St Pölten, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 198 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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.

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Trains from Salzburg to St Pölten run on average 33 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 33 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 198 km distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 198 km |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 33 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:44 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Salzburg to St Pölten.
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to St Pölten trains for today, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:52 Salzburg | 2h02 | 13:54 St Pölten | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:52 Salzburg | 2h08 | 15:00 St Pölten | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:22 Salzburg | 2h08 | 19:30 St Pölten | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 3 November | |||||
![]() | 7:11 Salzburg | 2h18 | 9:29 St Pölten | 0 changesdirect | |
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Leading Lower Austrian museum for regional art, history and nature, with contemporary architecture by the Kulturbezirk.
Contemporary art museum presenting changing exhibitions in a striking modern building near the government quarter.
City museum in a former Carmelite convent, covering St Pölten’s history, archaeology and selected special exhibitions.
Historic main square lined with Baroque façades, shops and civic buildings; ideal for strolling and city-centre views.
Broad representative square in the government district, framed by modern public architecture and cultural venues.
Central pedestrian street connecting key old town sights, good for a relaxed walk and everyday city atmosphere.
Slow-roasted pork rind seasoned with caraway and garlic. A classic Lower Austrian tavern dish, usually served with bread, mustard and horseradish.
Poppy seed noodles made with potato dough, butter and ground Mohn. A beloved Lower Austrian sweet main or dessert linked to the region’s poppy seed tradition.
Apricot dumplings of potato or quark dough filled with Wachau apricots and coated in buttery crumbs. A famous seasonal speciality from nearby Lower Austria.
Elegant fine dining restaurant in the city centre with modern Austrian cuisine, tasting menus and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional Austrian inn known for classic regional dishes, generous portions and a straightforward local atmosphere.
Well-known brewery restaurant serving Austrian and beer-friendly dishes in a lively, historic setting with house-brewed beer.
Moderate for Austria: hotels and dining cost less than Vienna, while local buses and regional rail are reasonably priced for visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. Add 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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St. Pölten Hbf -> Rathausplatz, St. Pölten
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to St Pölten 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 St Pölten, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salzburg to St Pölten trains use the Salzburg Hbf to St.Pölten Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and St Pölten 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 Mülln-Altstadt is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt.
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schloss Mönchstein, Hotel Villa Carlton, Hotel & Villa Auersperg.
St.Pölten Hbf is 1 km from St Pölten city centre. Public transport options include:
St.Pölten 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 La Dolce Vita, Gasthaus Figl
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at St.Pölten Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St.Pölten Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St.Pölten Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St.Pölten Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St.Pölten Hbf: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Metropol, Cityhotel D&C, Hotel Graf.
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