The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg
Cheapest price
£79
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
3 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg 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 will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £79.
Of the 5 trains that leave Vienna International Airport for Salzburg every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 264 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 16 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.
RJX 562
RJ 559+
IC 548
RJX 860
RJ 546
RJX 662
RJX 562
RJX 860
RJX 662
RJ 559+
IC 548
RJ 546Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Vienna International Airport to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 264 km
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3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Vienna International Airport to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna International Airport to Salzburg trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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RJX 662 | 07:02 Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 09:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 546 | 07:33 Vienna Airport | 3h16 | 10:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 562 | 08:02 Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 10:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 559+ IC 548 | 08:33 Vienna Airport | 3h16 | 11:49 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 860 | 09:02 Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 11:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 640 | 09:33 Vienna Airport | 3h16 | 12:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 766 | 10:02 Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 12:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 653+ IC 642 | 10:33 Vienna Airport | 3h16 | 13:49 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 862 | 11:02 Vienna Airport | 2h51 | 13:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 644 | 11:33 Vienna Airport | 3h16 | 14:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg
Trains from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 21:02. The fastest train covers the 264 km distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 264 km |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 04:33 |
Last train 21:02 |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Regionalzug from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Regionalzug trains will get you between Vienna International Airport and Salzburg from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB | Railjet
Westbahn
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | REX
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | S-Bahn
ÖBB | Regionalzug
FAQs: Vienna International Airport to Salzburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna International Airport to Salzburg 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vienna International Airport and Salzburg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking options in the vicinity.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Hotel Schloss Mönchstein
- Hotel Villa Carlton
- Hotel & Villa Auersperg
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Line S3
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