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Trip Summary
You can pick from 26 daily train trips between Linz and Salzburg. The average train journey from Linz to Salzburg takes one hour and 12 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 66 mi (107 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 12m |
| Lowest price | $43.44 |
| Trains per day | 26 |
| Most frequent service | WESTbahn |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Linz to Salzburg?
WESTbahn is the one and only train line which connects Linz to Salzburg. However, there are 26 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| WESTbahn | 26 | 1h 13m | $43.44 |
WESTbahn train tickets from Linz to Salzburg start from $43, and on average cost . Daily there are 26 WESTbahn schedules to Salzburg. WESTbahn in Linz leaves from Central Station . And in Salzburg trains arrive at Train Station .
From Linz to Salzburg train travel on WESTbahn takes 1 hours and 13 minutes. If you are looking to get to Salzburg faster, WESTbahn offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 12 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Linz to Salzburg are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Linz at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 26 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Linz to Salzburg.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Salzburg to Linz.
City Information
Salzburg
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Salzburg is located in the north of Austria and might be best known for its stunning landscapes and locations featured in The Sound of Music. Don't worry, there are plenty of organized tours to see the Von Trapps' house, the hills where Maria sings, and more of the film's iconic settings. This cultural and historic city offers many more activities set against the stunning backdrop of churches and castles.
Salzburg Old Town, or Altstadt, is one of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites, and it is easy to see why. The beautiful Baroque-style architecture and churches are straight out of a fairytale, while the looming Hohensalzburg Castle and attached museum serve as a reminder of Salzburg's decadent past.
Salzburg was a musically famous city even before The Sound of Music, as it’s known for being the birthplace of Mozart. Music lovers can visit his residence and the locations associated with Mozart's life in Salzburg. In winter, be sure to stay for one of Salzburg's famous Christmas markets. The Christkindlmarkt tradition dates back to the 15-century, with hundreds of stalls offering the finest mulled wine, handmade crafts, and delicious Christmas treats.
Salzburg is well-connected to much of Europe by ground and air travel. Popular train routes to Salzburg travel from Vienna, Berlin, and Cologne. FlixBus provides the most bus routes to Salzburg, with several smaller carriers also serving several routes to cities in Switzerland and beyond. Salzburg Airport provides an alternative way to reach Salzburg, located just 4 kilometers from the city center.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Linz?
Main departure station: Central Station
There is one train station in Linz.
All train stations in Linz:
Central Station
Where is the train station in Salzburg?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Salzburg has one train station.
Train stations in Salzburg:
Train Station
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