Train from Sankt Pölten to Salzburg: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Sankt Pölten to Salzburg on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
WESTbahnTrain
St. Pölten Bushaltestelle
Salzburg Train StationNo tags
WESTbahnTrain
St. Pölten Bushaltestelle
Salzburg Train StationNo tags
WESTbahnTrain
St. Pölten Bushaltestelle
Salzburg Train StationNo tags
WESTbahnTrain
St. Pölten Bushaltestelle
Salzburg Train StationNo tags
WESTbahnTrain
St. Pölten Bushaltestelle
Salzburg Train StationNo tags

Get from Sankt Pölten to Salzburg

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 2 hours 2 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 319, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27train per day
2h 2mAverage duration
197 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sankt Pölten to Salzburg by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Sankt Pölten to Salzburg?

    The cheapest train tickets from Sankt Pölten to Salzburg start from R 319. The average price for this train route is around R 999. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Sankt Pölten to Salzburg?

    The average train journey time from Sankt Pölten to Salzburg is 2h 2m, covering a distance of 197 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 2m and is operated by WESTbahn.

  3. Which train operators serve the Sankt Pölten to Salzburg route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 27 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sankt Pölten to Salzburg?

    The earliest train from Sankt Pölten to Salzburg departs at 00:36. And the latest train departs at 21:06.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10/12
R 700
11/12
R 700
Today
R 597
13/12
R 597
14/12
R 597
15/12
R 597
16/12
R 597
17/12
R 598
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sankt Pölten to Salzburg was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 597

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Sankt Pölten to Salzburg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 597 to R 1 893 for a train ticket from Sankt Pölten to Salzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 597, which is on 2025-12-13.

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