How much is the train ticket from Salzburg to Vienna?

The cheapest train tickets from Salzburg to Vienna start from $19. The average price for this train route is around $64. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Salzburg to Vienna?

The average train ride duration from Salzburg to Vienna is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 155 miles (249 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 21m and is operated by WESTbahn .

Which train operators service the Salzburg to Vienna route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 65 trains available per day, including services from WESTbahn , ÖBB .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Salzburg to Vienna?

The earliest train departs from Salzburg to Vienna at 4:33am. And the latest train departs at 8:22pm.

What is the best train operator from Salzburg to Vienna?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is WESTbahn , with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Salzburg to Vienna?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator WESTbahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Salzburg to Vienna?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is WESTbahn , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Salzburg to Vienna?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is ÖBB , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Salzburg to Vienna from $17

Next train departures

Next departures for Salzburg to Vienna on April 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:30pm	Salzburg Hbf	2h 46m	11:16pm	Hauptbahnhof Süd	Cheapest
Train	10:52am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 22m	1:14pm	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	Fastest
Train	10:52am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 22m	1:14pm	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	No tags
Train	11:11am	Salzburg Hbf	2h 52m	2:03pm	Hauptbahnhof Süd	No tags
Train	10:52am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 22m	1:14pm	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Salzburg to Vienna on April 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:19am	Salzburg Hbf	3h 39m	6:58am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	Cheapest
Train	5:52am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 22m	8:14am	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	Fastest
Train	5:18am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 26m	7:44am	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	No tags
Train	12:13am	Salzburg Hbf	3h 7m	3:20am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	No tags
Train	5:18am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 26m	7:44am	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Salzburg to Vienna on April 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:13am	Salzburg Hbf	3h 7m	3:20am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	Cheapest
Train	5:52am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 22m	8:14am	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	Fastest
Train	5:18am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 26m	7:44am	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	No tags
Train	12:07am	Salzburg Hbf	2h 28m	2:35am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	No tags
Train	5:18am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 26m	7:44am	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Salzburg to Vienna on April 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:19am	Salzburg Hbf	3h 39m	6:58am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	Cheapest
Train	5:52am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 22m	8:14am	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	Fastest
Train	5:18am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 26m	7:44am	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	No tags
Train	3:50am	Salzburg Hbf	2h 42m	6:32am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	No tags
Train	5:18am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 26m	7:44am	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Salzburg to Vienna on April 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:52am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 22m	12:14pm	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	Cheapest
Train	5:52am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 22m	8:14am	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	Fastest
Train	5:18am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 26m	7:44am	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	No tags
Train	5:18am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 26m	7:44am	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	No tags
Train	5:18am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 26m	7:44am	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Salzburg to Vienna on April 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:13am	Salzburg Hbf	3h 7m	3:20am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	Cheapest
Train	5:52am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 22m	8:14am	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	Fastest
Train	5:18am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 26m	7:44am	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	No tags
Train	12:13am	Salzburg Hbf	3h 7m	3:20am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	No tags
Train	5:18am	Salzburg Train Station	2h 26m	7:44am	Wien Huetteldorf Train Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Salzburg to Vienna

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

65train per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

155 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $144	Average Duration10h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $93	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salzburg and Vienna?

Salzburg

A
P+R Süd
Hellbrunner Straße, 5020 Kleingmain, Austria
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B
Hbf
Lastenstraße 12, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
C
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
D
Salzburg Gnigl
Salzburg Gnigl, 5023 Salzburg, Austria
E
Salzburg Aiglhof
Salzburg Aiglhof, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
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Vienna

A
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
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B
Vienna Airport
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C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
D
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
E
Mitte
Landstraßer Hauptstraße 2A, 1030 Wien, Austria
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F
Belvedere
Am Belvedere 1, 1100 Wien, Austria

Train Companies

WESTbahn

4.5/54 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi5

ÖBB

4.5/52 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

AT train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, VIA Rail Canada, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Amtrak Acela, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salzburg to Vienna by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Salzburg to Vienna?
The cheapest train tickets from Salzburg to Vienna start from $19. The average price for this train route is around $64. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salzburg to Vienna?
The average train ride duration from Salzburg to Vienna is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 155 miles (249 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 21m and is operated by WESTbahn.
Which train operators service the Salzburg to Vienna route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 65 trains available per day, including services from WESTbahn, ÖBB.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Salzburg to Vienna?
The earliest train departs from Salzburg to Vienna at 4:33am. And the latest train departs at 8:22pm.
What is the best train operator from Salzburg to Vienna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is WESTbahn, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Salzburg to Vienna?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator WESTbahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Salzburg to Vienna?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is WESTbahn, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Salzburg to Vienna?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is ÖBB, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/03

$54

04/04

$58

Today

$24

04/06

$36

04/07

$24

04/08

$24

04/09

$47

04/10

$24

The cheapest trip from Salzburg to Vienna was searched and found on Apr 5, 2026 with a price of $24

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Salzburg to Vienna, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $24 to $133 for a train ticket from Salzburg to Vienna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2026-04-07.