The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Linz
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
1 h 8 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Linz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Linz will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $40.
Of the 30 trains that leave Salzburg for Linz every day 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 108 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.





RJX 265
RJX 61


Live departures
Salzburg to Linz train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Linz trains for today, Saturday, 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:52 am Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 8:04 am Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:22 am Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 8:34 am Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:52 am Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 9:04 am Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:22 am Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 9:34 am Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:52 am Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 10:04 am Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 641 | 9:11 am Salzburg Hbf | 1h19 | 10:30 am Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:22 am Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 10:34 am Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 63 | 10:07 am Salzburg Hbf | 1h08 | 11:15 am Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 643 | 10:11 am Salzburg Hbf | 1h19 | 11:30 am Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:22 am Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 11:34 am Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:52 am Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 12:04 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 161 | 11:07 am Salzburg Hbf | 1h08 | 12:15 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 645 | 11:11 am Salzburg Hbf | 1h19 | 12:30 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:52 am Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 1:04 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 65 | 12:07 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h08 | 1:15 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 647 | 12:11 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h19 | 1:30 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:22 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 1:34 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1061 | 12:30 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h16 | 1:46 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:52 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 2:04 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 767 | 1:07 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h08 | 2:15 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 649 | 1:11 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h19 | 2:30 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:52 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 3:04 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 67 | 2:07 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h08 | 3:15 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 741 | 2:11 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h19 | 3:30 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:52 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 4:04 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 165 | 3:07 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h08 | 4:15 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 565 | 3:07 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h08 | 4:15 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 743 | 3:11 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h19 | 4:30 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:22 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 4:34 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
D 17157 | 3:26 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h21 | 4:47 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:52 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 5:04 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 69 | 4:07 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h08 | 5:15 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:22 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 5:34 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:52 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 6:04 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:22 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 6:34 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:52 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 7:04 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:22 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 7:34 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:52 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 8:04 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:22 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 8:34 pm Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday, 30 November | |||||
![]() | 4:52 am Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 6:04 am Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:22 am Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 6:34 am Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:52 am Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 7:04 am Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:22 am Salzburg Hbf | 1h12 | 7:34 am Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Linz
Trains from Salzburg to Linz run on average 37 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 if you book in advance.
There are 37 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 108 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 108 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Trains per day 37 |
Direct trains 37 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 00:13 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Regionalzug, Deutsche Bahn from Salzburg to Linz trainsWestbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Regionalzug, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Salzburg and Linz from $6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Westbahn
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | S-Bahn
ÖBB | Regionalzug
FAQs: Salzburg to Linz train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Linz by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Linz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Salzburg Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Linz Hbf, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Linz
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking options in the vicinity.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Hotel Schloss Mönchstein
- Hotel Villa Carlton
- Hotel & Villa Auersperg
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Bahnhofplatz.
- Restaurant Josef Linz
- Das Anton
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Schillerpark
- Austria Trend Hotel Schillerpark
- Park Inn by Radisson Linz
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 9-12
- Tram: Lines 1, 2, 3, 4
- Bus: Several lines available
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