The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna Hbf 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 Hbf to Salzburg Hbf will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Of the 13 trains that leave Vienna Hbf for Salzburg Hbf every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 251 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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 548
IC 546
RJX 860
RJX 864
IC 642
RJX 860
RJX 864
RJX 566
RJX 662
RJX 562Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £576.
Distance: 251 km
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£47 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £589 Average Price |
4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf trains for today, Saturday 14 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IC 848 | 03:57 Vienna Hbf | 2h52 | 06:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 368 | 04:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 06:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 407 | 04:39 Vienna Hbf | 2h51 | 07:30 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 540 | 04:57 Vienna Hbf | 2h52 | 07:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 660 | 05:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 07:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 542 | 05:57 Vienna Hbf | 2h52 | 08:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 560 | 06:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 08:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 544 | 06:57 Vienna Hbf | 2h52 | 09:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 662 | 07:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 09:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 546 | 07:57 Vienna Hbf | 2h52 | 10:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 562 | 08:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 10:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 548 | 08:57 Vienna Hbf | 2h52 | 11:49 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 860 | 09:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h25 | 11:53 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
Trains from Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 03:55 |
Last train 22:28 |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | REX, České dráhy (ČD) from Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | REX, České dráhy (ČD) trains will get you between Vienna Hbf and Salzburg Hbf 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
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | REX
ÖBB | S-Bahn
ÖBB | Regionalzug
České dráhy (ČD)
FAQs: Vienna Hbf to Salzburg Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna Hbf 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 Hbf and Salzburg Hbf
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
- 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
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