Vienna to Salzburg by Train
Direct high-speed service · from €67.2
Route Overview: Vienna to Salzburg
Travel from Vienna to Salzburg by OBB Railjet in just 2 hours and 20 minutes. With trains departing every 30 minutes, this is Austria's busiest and best-connected intercity rail corridor.
The 300 km journey follows the historic Westbahn route through the Austrian countryside, passing St. Pölten and Linz before arriving in Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart and gateway to the Austrian Alps.
Sparschiene fares start from just €20 one way. Three classes of service are available on OBB Railjet: Economy, First Class, and Business Class, all with free WiFi and power outlets.
How Long Is the Vienna to Salzburg Train?
The direct OBB (Austrian Federal Railways) from Vienna to Salzburg takes approximately 2h 20min, with multiple daily departures.
How Much Does a Vienna to Salzburg Train Ticket Cost?
Tickets start from €67.2 when booked in advance. Prices vary by date, time, and availability.
How Many Trains Run Daily from Vienna to Salzburg?
Up to 2/day trains operate daily on the Vienna to Salzburg route.
Train Operator
OBB (Austrian Federal Railways)
Direct high-speed service · 2h 22min max
Which Stations Serve the Vienna to Salzburg Route?
Wien Hauptbahnhof
- U-Bahn: U1 (Hauptbahnhof)
- Tram: Lines D, 18, O
- RER Modern station with shops and restaurants
Salzburg Hauptbahnhof
- Bus connections to Altstadt (Old Town)
- 20-minute walk to Getreidegasse
- RER Connection point for Munich trains
What Classes Are Available on Vienna to Salzburg Trains?
Economy
- 2+2 seating
- Free WiFi
- Power outlets at every seat
- Restaurant car access
First Class
- 2+1 seating with extra legroom
- Free WiFi
- Power outlets
- At-seat service
- Quieter environment
Business Class
- Premium cabin
- Complimentary beverages and newspapers
- Maximum legroom
- Free WiFi and power outlets
How to Book the Vienna to Salzburg Train?
Starting Price
Per person, one way in Economy class. Prices shown are indicative and based on recent availability. Actual fares may vary.
Book Early
Tickets are available up to 6 months in advance. Advance bookings offer the best prices.
Children & Youth
Children 4-11 may qualify for reduced fares. Youth discounts may be available. Infants under 4 travel free
Luggage
Standard luggage allowance applies
What Should You Know About Vienna to Salzburg Trains?
High Frequency
OBB Railjet trains run twice per hour on the Vienna–Salzburg Westbahn route, making this one of the most frequently served intercity routes in Austria.
Sparschiene from €20
Book Sparschiene fares on oebb.at well in advance to secure the lowest prices. Prices increase as departure approaches.
Westbahn Route
The Westbahn (Western Railway) is Austria's busiest rail corridor, serving St. Pölten, Linz, Wels and Attnang-Puchheim en route to Salzburg.
Mozart's City
Salzburg is the birthplace of Mozart. Visit the Festung Hohensalzburg, Mirabell Palace, and the Altstadt — all within walking distance of the station.
Frequently Asked Questions: Vienna to Salzburg
The fastest OBB Railjet services take 2 hours and 15 minutes. Most direct trains complete the journey in 2 hours and 22 minutes from Vienna Hauptbahnhof to Salzburg Hauptbahnhof.
Sparschiene (saver) fares start from €20 in Economy class. Standard flexible fares cost around €57. First Class saver fares start from approximately €35.
OBB Railjet trains depart approximately every 30 minutes throughout the day, with additional Westbahn services on the same corridor. Total daily departures exceed 30.
OBB Railjet offers more class options (Economy, First, Business) and a restaurant car. Westbahn often has competitive flat-rate pricing. Both take similar journey times on the same tracks.
Yes, but onboard tickets cost more than advance online fares. Sparschiene saver tickets are only available online via oebb.at or the OBB app.