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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Salzburg Hbf | Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Salzburg Hbf | Hauptbahnhof | Fastest | ||||
 | Train | Salzburg Train Station | Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Salzburg Hbf | Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Train | Salzburg Train Station | Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salzburg to Linz
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Linz. The journey takes about 1 hour 12 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salzburg and Linz?
Salzburg
- AHellbrunner Straße, 5020 Kleingmain, Austria
- B
Hbf
Lastenstraße 12, 5020 Salzburg, Austria - CSalzburg Aiglhof, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
- D
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt, 5020 Salzburg, Austria - E
Salzburg Gnigl
Salzburg Gnigl, 5023 Salzburg, Austria
Linz
- A
Hbf
Wissensturm, Kärntnerstraße, 4020 Linz-City, Austria - B
Linz/Donau Franckstraße
Linz/Donau Franckstraße Bahnhof, 4020 Linz, Austria
Train Companies
Based on 4 reviews, the company was rated 4.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the cleanliness. WESTbahn ticket prices on this trip start at £6
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salzburg to Linz by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Salzburg to Linz?
The cheapest train tickets from Salzburg to Linz start from £6. The average price for this train route is around £24. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salzburg to Linz?
The average train journey time from Salzburg to Linz is 1h 12m, covering a distance of 67 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 12m and is operated by WESTbahn.
Which train operators serve the Salzburg to Linz route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 28 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salzburg to Linz?
The earliest train from Salzburg to Linz departs at 05:18. And the latest train departs at 20:22.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Salzburg to Linz was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of £5To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Salzburg to Linz as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £5 to £75 for a train ticket from Salzburg to Linz based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2026-01-28.
What's the cheapest way to go from Salzburg to Linz?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Salzburg and Linz is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £24 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £6. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Linz, choose the train, as it will take you from Salzburg to Linz in about 1h 12m – that's the fastest way to get there!
