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Take the train from Wien Praterstern to Salzburg Hbf in 2 hours 41 minutes
If you want to travel from Wien Praterstern to Salzburg Hbf by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Wien Praterstern to Salzburg Hbf by train to take around 3 hours 2 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 41 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll usually find around 51 trains per day running on this route, which spans 157 miles (253 km). You’ll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Salzburg Hbf. WESTbahn trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Salzburg Hbf.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Wien Praterstern to Salzburg Hbf start from £17.33 when you book in advance.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for timetables, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
Wien Praterstern to Salzburg Hbf by train
It takes an average of 3h 2m to travel from Wien Praterstern to Salzburg Hbf by train, over a distance of around 157 miles (253 km). There are normally 51 trains per day travelling from Wien Praterstern to Salzburg Hbf and tickets for this journey start from £17.33 when you book in advance.
| First train | 00:09 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:31 | |
| Departure station | Wien Praterstern | |
| Arrival station | Salzburg Hbf | |
| Journey time | From 2h 41m | |
| Distance | 157 miles (253 km) | |
| Frequency | 51 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £17.33 | |
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WESTbahn trains from Wien Praterstern to Salzburg Hbf
WESTbahn is Austria's first private long-distance rail company with trains running from Vienna to Salzburg via St. Pölten, Amstetten, Linz, Wels and Attnang-Puchheim. This route is one of the most important in Austria, covering a distance of around 155 miles (250 km) and a duration of about 2h 30m. The company offers many discounted fares, allows travel with pets and bicycles and has no baggage restrictions.
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WESTbahn classes from Wien Praterstern to Salzburg Hbf
Compare the different travel classes offered by WESTbahn when travelling from Wien Praterstern to Salzburg Hbf.
Standard
Westbahn's Standard Class offers comfort at a great price. Enjoy free WiFi and a bar/restaurant carriage with plenty of snacks and drinks.
- Free WiFi
- Power sockets
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Fold-down table
- Luggage storage
- Trolley service
- Extra luggage
- Leather seats
- More legroom
Comfort
Enjoy comfy leather seats and a large space for your luggage in Comfort Class. Hungry? Take advantage of the catering trolley with a large offering of snacks and drinks.
- Free WiFi
- Power sockets
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Fold-down table
- Luggage storage
- Trolley service
- Extra luggage
- Leather seats
- More legroom
First Class
Why not upgrade to Westbahn's First Class? Take advantage of more legroom and delicious food served at your seat.
- Free WiFi
- Power sockets
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Fold-down table
- Luggage storage
- Trolley service
- Extra luggage
- Leather seats
- More legroom
Onboard services on WESTbahn
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Wien Praterstern to Salzburg Hbf.
In general, there is no limit to your luggage on WESTbahn trains. However, a member of staff is authorised to charge a €5 supplement for bulky luggage or starting from a third piece of luggage.
On WESTbahn trains, you'll find a luggage rack in the lower deck of each carriage, so that you can secure your suitcase or bag with a metal band. You can unlock the corresponding lock by using a €1 coin which will be returned to you at the end of your journey.
All WESTbahn trains have a bar carriage (WESTcafé) where you can buy hot and cold drinks, snacks, salads, and sandwiches. You can then eat or drink in the bar carriage or take your drink or snack back to your seat. Alternatively, you can buy snacks or drinks from the self-service vending machines available on board.
If you’re travelling in WESTbahn’s First Class, an at-seat catering service is available, meaning that your meal of choice will be served straight to your seat.
WESTbahn do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, they do have free WiFi - simply log into WESTlan and use the internet uninterruptedly during your journey.
Children under the age of 6 travel for free and don’t need a ticket. Children between the age of 6 and 15 pay €2 if they're with a full-paying adult or get a half-price ticket if they're travelling alone.
If your bike can’t be folded, you’ll need to pay a supplement of €4.90, €6.90 or €9.90 to take your bike on your WESTbahn train, depending on your chosen route. If you don’t book your bike space online prior to departure, you’ll need to pay an additional fee of €5.10.
Please note that trains with high passenger demand don’t always allow space for bikes and bike reservations are excluded from specific train services. Folding bikes and e-scooters can be stored free of charge.
Small pets can travel on all WESTBahn trains free of charge, provided they’re in a carrier or cage. You’ll need to pay €2 for pets that are kept on a leash or are equipped with a muzzle.
WESTbahn staff can refuse entry to any dangerous pets without a leash and muzzle. Pets and pet carriers must not occupy seats, otherwise a full-priced ticket will be charged. Registered guide and assistance dogs are excluded from this regulation.
WESTbahn trains have step-free access. If you travel with a wheelchair or a stroller, we recommend using coach 400 in the middle of the train. This coach is designed for the needs of people with reduced mobility – it offers a wider aisle than the other coaches, two bookable wheelchair spaces, and access to a PRM toilet with baby-changing facilities. Please note that WESTbahn’s wheelchair spaces cannot be reserved for strollers.
Cheap train tickets from Wien Praterstern to Salzburg Hbf
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Wien Praterstern to Salzburg Hbf by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.