The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf
Cheapest price on 16 Oct
£18
Average ticket price on 16 Oct
£48
Fastest journey on 16 Oct
2 h 51 m
Average journey duration on 16 Oct
2 h 51 m
Trains on 16 Oct
33
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
On Fri 16 Oct, we found 33 trains from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf, including 17 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 264 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 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.
IC 540+
REX 75:163h33Vienna Airport8:49Salzburg Hbf£181One-way1 change
RJX 664+
RJ 85220:022h57Vienna Airport22:59Salzburg Hbf£231One-way1 change
RJX 368+
REX 74:463h07Vienna Airport7:53Salzburg Hbf£231One-way1 change
IC 407+
REX 74:463h44Vienna Airport8:30Salzburg Hbf£231One-way1 change
IC 74417:343h15Vienna Airport20:49Salzburg Hbf£271One-way0 changes
RJX199529:022h51Vienna Airport11:53Salzburg Hbf£651One-way0 changes
RJX1997611:022h51Vienna Airport13:53Salzburg Hbf£651One-way0 changes
RJX 16815:022h51Vienna Airport17:53Salzburg Hbf£651One-way0 changes
RJX1997219:022h51Vienna Airport21:53Salzburg Hbf£271One-way0 changes
RJX199507:022h51Vienna Airport9:53Salzburg Hbf£651One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf
Trains from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:19, the last at 12:34. The fastest train covers the 264 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 264 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 6:19 |
Last train 12:34 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf trains for tomorrow, Friday 16 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 820+ REX 2 | 0:02 Vienna Airport | 6h40 | 6:42 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 368+ REX 7 | 4:46 Vienna Airport | 3h07 | 7:53 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 407+ REX 7 | 4:46 Vienna Airport | 3h44 | 8:30 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 540+ REX 7 | 5:16 Vienna Airport | 3h33 | 8:49 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 260+ REX 7 | 5:46 Vienna Airport | 3h07 | 8:53 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX19950 | 7:02 Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 9:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 544 | 7:34 Vienna Airport | 3h15 | 10:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 262+ RJ 754 | 8:02 Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 10:53 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 546 | 8:34 Vienna Airport | 3h15 | 11:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19952 | 9:02 Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 11:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 60+ RJ 752 | 10:02 Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 12:53 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 640 | 10:34 Vienna Airport | 3h15 | 13:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1214+ REX 7 | 10:46 Vienna Airport | 3h14 | 14:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX19976 | 11:02 Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 13:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 642 | 11:34 Vienna Airport | 3h15 | 14:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 62+ RJ 750 | 12:02 Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 14:53 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 644 | 12:34 Vienna Airport | 3h15 | 15:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 166+ REX 7 | 12:46 Vienna Airport | 3h07 | 15:53 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 646 | 13:34 Vienna Airport | 3h15 | 16:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 64+ RJ 858 | 14:02 Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 16:53 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 648 | 14:34 Vienna Airport | 3h15 | 17:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1212+ REX 7 | 14:46 Vienna Airport | 3h14 | 18:00 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 168 | 15:02 Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 17:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 740 | 15:34 Vienna Airport | 3h15 | 18:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 66+ RJ 856 | 16:02 Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 18:53 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 742 | 16:34 Vienna Airport | 3h15 | 19:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19970 | 17:02 Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 19:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 744 | 17:34 Vienna Airport | 3h15 | 20:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
NJ 40490+ RJ 854 | 18:02 Vienna Airport | 3h10 | 21:12 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 68+ RJ 854 | 18:02 Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 20:53 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX19972 | 19:02 Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 21:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 748 | 19:34 Vienna Airport | 3h15 | 22:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 664+ RJ 852 | 20:02 Vienna Airport | 2h57 | 22:59 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf trainsÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE trains will get you between Vienna International Airport and Salzburg Hbf from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB
ÖBB | InterCity
Westbahn
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | ICE
FAQs: Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf 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 Salzburg Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vienna International Airport and Salzburg Hbf
Most Vienna International Airport to Salzburg Hbf trains use the Wien Hauptbahnhof to Salzburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Vienna International Airport and Salzburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Salzburg Hbf from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
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