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 £29. 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 24 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 20:52.

Train Salzburg to Linz from £5

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Salzburg to Linz on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:22	Salzburg Train Station	1h 12m	19:34	Hbf	No tags
Train	18:52	Salzburg Train Station	1h 12m	20:04	Hbf	No tags
Train	19:22	Salzburg Train Station	1h 12m	20:34	Hbf	No tags
Train	19:52	Salzburg Train Station	1h 12m	21:04	Hbf	No tags
Train	20:22	Salzburg Train Station	1h 12m	21:34	Hbf	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Salzburg to Linz

We recommend taking the train

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.

24train per day

1h 12mAverage duration

67 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£67 - £67	Average duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£6 - £34	Average duration1h 12m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salzburg and Linz?

Salzburg

A
P+R Süd
Hellbrunner Straße, 5020 Kleingmain, Austria
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Hbf
Lastenstraße 12, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
C
Salzburg Aiglhof
Salzburg Aiglhof, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
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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
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Linz/Donau Franckstraße
Linz/Donau Franckstraße Bahnhof, 4020 Linz, Austria

Train Companies

WESTbahn

4.5/54 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi5

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

AT train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain

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 £29. 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 24 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 20:52.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

£10

10/12

£9

Today

£10

12/12

£5

13/12

£13

14/12

£5

15/12

£13

16/12

£5

The cheapest trip from Salzburg to Linz was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £5

To 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 £60 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 2025-12-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from Salzburg to Linz?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1h 45m	Avg price£67	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 12m	Avg price£29	Daily departures24

The 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 £29 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!