Austria

Getting to Salzburg by train

Trains to Salzburg arrive at Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, served by ÖBB, Railjet, Nightjet and WESTbahn. Gopaxo compares every offer in a single search to find you the best price to this city in Austria.

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Why visit Salzburg?

Salzburg is one of the most searched-for cities in Austria. Travellers come for Festung Hohensalzburg, Mozarts Geburtshaus and Mirabellgarten, all reachable on foot or by public transport from the station. The train drops you in the centre — no airport transfer, no check-in queue.

How to get to Salzburg by train

Salzburg is reached by train via Vienna, the country's main rail hub. Compare the connections on Gopaxo: we aggregate ÖBB, Railjet, Nightjet and WESTbahn to show the fastest and cheapest itinerary.

Salzburg train station

The main station is Salzburg Hauptbahnhof. Long-distance trains run by ÖBB, Railjet, Nightjet and WESTbahn arrive here, with connections to city transport. Be on the platform 10 to 15 minutes before departure: unlike flying, there is no check-in.

What to see in Salzburg

The highlights worth planning for:

Festung Hohensalzburg
Mozarts Geburtshaus
Mirabellgarten

Practical info for Salzburg

The essentials before you go:

Country: Austria
Main station: Salzburg Hauptbahnhof
Currency: EUR (€)
Main language: German
Operators: ÖBB, Railjet, Nightjet and WESTbahn

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Salzburg by train?

Trains to Salzburg arrive at Salzburg Hauptbahnhof. Connections usually go through Vienna. Compare every option on Gopaxo and book in seconds.

Which station do trains to Salzburg use?

The main station in Salzburg is Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, in the city centre and connected to urban transport.

Which train companies serve Salzburg?

The main operators are ÖBB, Railjet, Nightjet and WESTbahn. Gopaxo compares their timetables and fares in a single search.

What is there to see in Salzburg?

The most visited sights are Festung Hohensalzburg, Mozarts Geburtshaus and Mirabellgarten. All are reachable from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof.

How much is a train ticket to Salzburg?

The price depends on your departure city, the date and the operator. Booking ahead on Gopaxo gets you the best available fares, shown in EUR.

Can I book a ticket to Salzburg on Gopaxo?

Yes. Gopaxo compares train, bus, carpooling and plane to Salzburg in one search and lets you book at the best price with guaranteed support.

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