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How to get from Vienna to Salzburg?

Planning to travel to Vienna from Salzburg and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Vienna to Salzburg, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Vienna and Salzburg, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (ÖBB, WestBahn, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus or LEO Express), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Vienna to Salzburg, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Vienna Salzburg trip.

For your trip from Vienna to Salzburg, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Vienna to Salzburg

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Vienna to Salzburg, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Vienna to Salzburg train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Vienna Salzburg train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Vienna Salzburg

Carpooling from Vienna to Salzburg is perfect if you want to travel to Salzburg in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Vienna or Salzburg.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Vienna to Salzburg transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Vienna Salzburg Travel Information

Departure city
Vienna
Austria
Vienna
Destination city
Salzburg
Austria
Salzburg
Distance
156 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by train, bus and carpooling
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Plan your trip from Vienna to Salzburg easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Vienna to Salzburg easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Vienna and Salzburg that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like ÖBB, WestBahn, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus or LEO Express to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Vienna and Salzburg with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Vienna and Salzburg

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Vienna to Salzburg?
Environmentally friendly The Vienna Salzburg train is considered a more environmentally friendly way to travel than flying or driving alone.
Speed Vienna to Salzburg trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Flexibility Vienna Salzburg train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Cost Vienna Salzburg train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Vienna to Salzburg?
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Vienna and Salzburg, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Price The price of bus tickets from Vienna to Salzburg are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Salzburg (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling as well), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travelers.
Travel time Buses from Vienna to Salzburg are mostly much slower than trains to Salzburg to cover the 156 mi distance of the trip.
Comfort Vienna-Salzburg buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Vienna to Salzburg?
Friendliness Carpooling from Vienna to Salzburg is often more pleasant and friendly than other modes of transportation, especially if you share the ride with nice people.
Flexible Carpooling from Vienna to Salzburg is often more flexible than other modes of transportation.
Reliability You have to rely on the punctuality and reliability of the driver for your Vienna Salzburg trip. He is not always on time.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, because of his attitude or the way he drives.

Where to start from in Vienna? Where do I arrive in Salzburg?

Vienna Departure Bus Stations

Vienna Erdberg
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Vienna (central station)
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Departure stations in Vienna

Wien Westbahnhof
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Wien Hütteldorf
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Wien Meidling
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Wien Hadersdorf
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Wien Penzing
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Wien Weidlingau
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Wien Wolf in der Au
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Salzburg arrival bus stations

Salzburg P+R Süd
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Salzburg Arrival Stations

Salzburg Hbf
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Salzburg Süd
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Salzburg Aiglhof
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Salzburg Kasern
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Salzburg Liefering
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Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt
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Salzburg Taxham Europark
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Bus Vienna Salzburg

The average price of a bus ticket for the trip Vienna-Salzburg varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all Vienna-Salzburg bus prices on Vivanoda.

The duration of the bus trip between Vienna and Salzburg usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Salzburg for your travel date.

The frequency of departures to Vienna from Salzburg varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all bus departures to Salzburg, please specify your departure date and start a search on Vivanoda.

Buses between Vienna and Salzburg usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before the trip. In any case, breaks at freeway service stations are provided.

Bus companies Vienna Salzburg

FlixBus
FlixBus
LEO Express
LEO Express
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Trains Vienna Salzburg

To get the best train fares between Vienna and Salzburg, it is recommended to book in advance, be flexible with time schedules and compare train fares with Vivanoda.

The average train journey time from Vienna to Salzburg depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Salzburg are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by running a price search on Vivanoda.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Vienna to Salzburg at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Vienna to Salzburg. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transportation between Vienna and Salzburg.

Train companies between Vienna and Salzburg

ÖBB
ÖBB
WestBahn
WestBahn
Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
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Carpool Vienna Salzburg

The number of seats available in a carpool from Vienna to Salzburg depends on the driver and the type of vehicle being used. In general, a driver can offer between 1 and 4 seats.

The average cost of a carpool ride from Vienna to Salzburg depends on several factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, as well as the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimation of the price and availability of a carpooling trip Vienna-Salzburg, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

The duration of a carpool trip between Vienna and Salzburg also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated duration of each available carpool offer.

Carpooling is generally considered a safe option for traveling between Vienna and Salzburg. However, it is important to check driver reviews and ratings before booking a trip. It is also recommended that you only share your personal details with people you trust.

Carpooling platform Vienna Salzburg

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