The average train between Salzburg and Vienna takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. There is an hourly train service from Salzburg to Vienna. 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 hourly between Salzburg and Vienna. The earliest departure is at 3:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Salzburg is at 10:07 PM which arrives into Vienna at 5:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Wien Hbf and take an average of 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Salzburg to Vienna. However, there are services departing from Salzburg station and arriving at Vienna station via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.
Salzburg to Vienna train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Salzburg Hbf station.
Salzburg to Vienna train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Wien Hbf station.
The distance between Salzburg and Vienna is 251.7 km. The road distance is 312 km.
Railjet operates a train from Salzburg Hbf to Wien Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €45–70 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Two other operators also service this route.
