The average train between Salzburg and Semmering takes 4h 12m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Salzburg to Semmering. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Salzburg and Semmering. The earliest departure is at 3:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Salzburg is at 10:07 PM which arrives into Semmering at 7:31 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Salzburg to Semmering. However, there are services departing from Salzburg station and arriving at Semmering station via Wien Meidling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.
Salzburg to Semmering train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Salzburg Hbf station.
Salzburg to Semmering train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Semmering station.
Book your Salzburg to Semmering train tickets online with ÖBB EuroCity, ÖBB Intercity and 2 other operators.
The distance between Salzburg and Semmering is 208.9 km. The road distance is 403 km.
You can take a train from Salzburg Hbf to Semmering via Wien Meidling in around 3h 48m.