Salzburg to Vienna Train
A train ride from Salzburg to Vienna is the most convenient way to travel between these two cities, which are less than 300 kilometers apart. It takes about three hours to complete the trip. Moreover, 35 trains operate on the route during the week, and weekend trains are as frequent as weekday train service.
Train from Salzburg to Vienna
Distance
309 km
Travel time
2 h 22 m
Train Ticket Cost
$34
Departures per day
35
Salzburg to Vienna Railway MapTravel from fantastic Austria’s capital to the legendary city of Salzburg, which boasts the UNESCO-listed Old Town, the majestic Mirabell Palace, and the mind-blowing Opera House. While planning your dream trip, think about following one of the most scenic Austrian rail lines on a comfortable Salzburg to Vienna train called Railjet. All Railjet trains were designed to provide the utmost comfort during the trip and offer various onboard services, including family zones, a restaurant car, and free WiFi. Browse the departure schedule, choose the time that suits your travel plans the most, and book your train tickets from Salzburg to Vienna in a few clicks! |
Train Information for Salzburg to Vienna
The following information about train stations will help you plan your journey smoothly from Salzburg to Vienna
Departing from
Salzburg Hauptbahnhof
Südtiroler Pl. 7, 5020, Salzburg, Austria
Südtiroler Pl. 7, 5020, Salzburg, Austria
Vienna Hauptbahnhof
Alfred-Adler-Straße 107, 1100, Vienna, Austria
Alfred-Adler-Straße 107, 1100, Vienna, Austria
Salzburg to Vienna Train Price & Schedule
Salzburg to Vienna Train Price & Schedule
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Salzburg to Vienna Railjet Train Coach Classes
In general, economy (2nd class) is enough for most travelers. First class might not be much more expensive than 2nd class, but you should see what prices you get because 1st class might not be much more expensive. In the 2nd class section, the seats are arranged 2+2 across the car width, mostly unidirectional with a couple of tables for 4 people, perfect for families. Refreshment trolleys can be found in most trains, or you can dine in the restaurant cars.
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In first class, leather seats are arranged as 2+1 across the car's width, rather than 2+2 in economy. Solo seats are available on one side of the aisle, while tables-for-2 are available on the other side. There is no food or drink included, but orders are placed at your seat and food is brought to you, so you do not need to visit the restaurant car.
Read More Business class is the most luxurious class. The Czech Railjets have just six luxurious leather cradle seats arranged 1+1 across the car width in a small area at one end. Several semi-compartments are available in the Austrian Railjets, which have 16 leather cradle seats. Food is not included, but stewards will take your orders from the restaurant car menu and deliver them to your seats.
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The distance between two towns is 252 kilometers (157 miles) which is covered by Railjet Salzburg to Vienna train in less than two and a half hours.
Apart from enjoying great onboard service, during the ride, you get to witness numerous breathtaking sceneries of picturesque Austria.
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Tips on the Salzburg to Vienna Train Route
- Train boardingCheck-in is not required, just be on board when the doors close a minute before departure time.
- LuggageThere are no weights or measurements on luggage, so you can take it in with you and put it on any suitable rack near your seat.
- Food & drinkÖBB Railjets have a restaurant car and 1st class customers can order food and drink directly from the restaurant car menu and pick them up at their seat. There is, of course, no restriction on you bringing food and drinks along, even a bottle of beer or wine.
- Power sockets and WiFiIn all classes of Railjets trains, WiFi and power sockets are available for free
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