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Heimatmuseum
Regional museum on local history, crafts and everyday life, giving a compact introduction to the Pongau area.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£53
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£57
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 33 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 35 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna 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 Vienna to Sankt Johann im Pongau will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Vienna to Sankt Johann im Pongau, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 255 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 39 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Sankt Johann im Pongau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £34, while a coach costs an average of £42.
Distance: 255 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£34 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price | £60 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 56m Average total duration 8h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Sankt Johann im Pongau:
A train is £10 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Vienna to Sankt Johann im Pongau costing on average £42.
Other travel options to Sankt Johann im Pongau take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 26m.
The journey is about 7m faster (3h 49m by train vs 3h 56m by car) and roughly £28 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£32 vs £60). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Westbahn.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Sankt Johann im Pongau trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:38 Vienna | 3h33 | 9:11 Sankt Johann im Pongau | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Vienna to Sankt Johann im Pongau run on average 35 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 35 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:35 |
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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 Vienna 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 Vienna to Sankt Johann im Pongau trains use the Wien Westbahnhof to St. Johann im Pongau station pair. Use this guide to compare Vienna and Sankt Johann im Pongau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wien Westbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Westbahnhof 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Westpol, Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Westbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof, Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle, Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof.
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Flughafen Wien is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Flughafen Wien has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Café Restaurant Johann Strauss, Zugvogel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Flughafen Wien. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Flughafen Wien. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Flughafen Wien: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Vienna Airport Conference Center, Moxy Vienna Airport, LifeHotel Vienna Airport.
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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