Vienna to Salzburg

Vienna to Salzburg

Vienna
Salzburg
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Vienna to Salzburg Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+3h 12m
$480.25
Train
WESTbahn
Standard Class
05:38
08:08
$15.65
Flight
Wizz Air Malta
Economy
06:00
21:40
$185.72
Flight
CitizenPlane
Economy
06:25
14:20
$350.09
Train
WESTbahn
Standard Class
06:45
09:08
$21.25
Train
WESTbahn
Standard Class
07:08
09:38
$60.41
Flight
Turkish Airlines
Economy
07:40
18:15
$546.19
Train
OBB
Standard
08:02
10:53
$158.38
Train
OBB
Standard
08:33
13:26
$316.76
Flight
Eurowings
Economy
09:00
21:00
$615.98
Flight
Eurowings
Economy
09:25
10:05
$549.08
Train
WESTbahn
Standard Class
09:45
12:08
$32.44
Train
WESTbahn
Standard Class
10:08
12:38
$54.82
Train
WESTbahn
Standard Class
10:38
13:08
$32.44
Flight
Mavi Gok Airlines
Economy
10:55
10:00
$674.43
Train
WESTbahn
Standard Class
11:15
13:38
$49.22
Train
WESTbahn
Standard Class
11:38
14:08
$43.63
Train
WESTbahn
Standard Class
12:38
15:08
$43.63
Flight
Wizz Air Malta
Economy
13:00
21:40
$331.06
Train
WESTbahn
Standard Class
13:38
16:08
$43.63

How to get from Vienna to Salzburg

When you want to get from Vienna to Salzburg, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 606.51. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 54.15.

How far is Vienna from Salzburg?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Vienna to Salzburg. Your trip will be a total of 78 miles (125 km). The flying distance is 78 miles (125 km).

How long does it take to get from Vienna to Salzburg?

The travel time from Vienna to Salzburg can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 27 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Vienna to Salzburg?

The cost of the trip from Vienna to Salzburg varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is WESTbahn: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 54.15 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 606.51.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Vienna to Salzburg:

  • Bus tickets - USD 27.68 to USD 27.68;
  • Train tickets - USD 54.22 to USD 109.58;
  • flight price: USD 281.46. From Vienna to Salzburg starting from 14:55 Vienna Airport until 14:55 Vienna Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 492.55 to USD 606.75.

How many trips per day are there between Vienna and Salzburg?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 78 trains per day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Vienna to Salzburg any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Vienna to Salzburg is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Vienna to Salzburg. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 492.55.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Vienna to Salzburg

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Vienna to Salzburg? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

Transportation from Vienna to Salzburg

Facts about the transport from Vienna to Salzburg

Cheapest Transport$28
Fastest Transport2h 30m
Earliest Departure12:08 AM
Latest Departure8:38 PM
Departures per day82
Distance125 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBlablacar Bus, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Pegasus Airlines, SunExpress, WESTbahn