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On ÖBB to Salzburg

The well-developed Austrian rail network, together with the constantly growing range of (inter)national rail connections, make the ÖBB trains the ideal mode of transport for you journey to Salzburg.


Modern Train Travel with ÖBB Railjet

The Railjet is the high-speed train of the ÖBB fleet and travels at speeds of up to 230 kilometers per hour. The amenities of the Railjets meet the highest standards in service, design, and comfort. Passengers can choose between Business, First, and Economy classes and enjoy free Wi-Fi, a dining car, as well as quiet and family zones.

With the ÖBB Railjet to Salzburg

The Railjet network extends to Germany, Hungary, Italy, the Czech Republic, and Switzerland and Slovakia. The Vienna-Salzburg route is served by two Railjets per hour, with the fastest connection being the Railjet Xpress (RJX), which travels from Vienna through St. Pölten and Linz to Salzburg in just 2h 25 min.

ÖBB Intercity, Eurocity, and Co.

The well-developed rail network of ÖBB enables straightforward connections from many Austrian cities to Salzburg: From Graz and Villach, there are Eurocity and Intercity train connections every two hours. From Innsbruck, you can also reach the Mozart city quickly and comfortably several times a day. Tip: With ÖBB's affordable Sparschiene tickets, you can travel from many cities to Salzburg starting at just 19.90 euros.

Directly from Vienna Airport to Salzburg

The ÖBB quickly and safely transports vacationers and business travelers from Salzburg Main Station to Vienna Airport or back. During the day, the direct connection is offered every hour; travel time with the Railjet is from 2h 50 min.

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Important International Daily Long-Distance Connections
  • Budapest-Salzburg: Duration from 5h 23 min
  • Munich-Salzburg: Duration from 1h 40 min
  • Stuttgart-Salzburg: Duration from 4h 01 min
  • Frankfurt-Salzburg: Duration from 5h 24 min, transfer in Munich
  • Zurich-Salzburg: Duration from 6h 30 min
  • Ljubljana-Salzburg: Duration from 4h 18 min, sometimes transfer in Villach
  • Zagreb-Salzburg: Duration from 7h 37 min, sometimes transfer in Villach (Nightjet direct from 7h 06 min)
  • Venice-Salzburg: Duration from 5h 57 min, transfer in Villach (Nightjet direct from 5h 50 min)
  • Bratislava-Salzburg: Duration from 3h 21 min, sometimes transfer in Vienna
  • Amsterdam-Salzburg: Duration from 9h 14 min (Nightjet direct from 13h 45 min)
Full Service for Train Travelers

The ÖBB offers not only modern train connections but also other attractive offers and events, such as Sparschiene offers, meetings at Salzburg Station, and affordable train journeys to festivals and concerts in the region of Salzburg. At Salzburg Main Station, travelers can also find lockers, a lounge, and the tourism information center, where visitors can purchase the Salzburg Card and thus use the local public transport free of charge.


Contact

Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Südtiroler Platz 1 (Hauptbahnhof)
5020 Salzburg
Tel. +43 51717

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The Salzburg Card provides you with free or discounted admission to numerous sightseeing attractions, along with free use of public transportation.