There are 5 ways to get from Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Sankt Jakob by train, bus, night train, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train
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Take the train from Innsbruck Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
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Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbf
Cheapest option
Bus
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Take the bus from Innsbruck Ice Stadium to Salzburg P+R South
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Take the bus from Salzburg South to Villach Bus Station
3 alternative options
Night train
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Take the night train from Innsbruck Hbf to Villach Hbf
Drive
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Drive from Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Sankt Jakob
Fly
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Fly from Innsbruck (INN) to Klagenfurt (KLU)
Innsbruck (INN) to Klagenfurt (KLU) flights
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Sankt Jakob is to drive which costs €40 - €60 and takes 3h 43m.
The quickest way to get from Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Sankt Jakob is to drive which costs €40 - €60 and takes 3h 43m.
No, there is no direct bus from Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Sankt Jakob. However, there are services departing from Innsbruck Ziegelei/Haftanstalt and arriving at St.Jakob im Rosental Hauptplatz via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, Innsbruck Ice Stadium, Salzburg South and Villach Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 34m.
The distance between Innsbruck Airport (INN) and Sankt Jakob is 220 km. The road distance is 375.5 km.
The best way to get from Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Sankt Jakob without a car is to train which takes 8h 18m and costs €65 - €110.
It takes approximately 8h 18m to get from Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Sankt Jakob, including transfers.
Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Sankt Jakob bus services, operated by Karat-S, depart from Innsbruck Ice Stadium station.
The best way to get from Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Sankt Jakob is to train which takes 8h 18m and costs €65 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €80 and takes 9h 34m, you could also fly, which costs €160 - €260 and takes 8h 55m.
There is no direct flight from Innsbruck Airport to Klagenfurt Airport. The quickest flight takes 4h 40m and has one stopover.
Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Sankt Jakob bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Villach Bus Station.

- Distance: 220.3 km
- Duration: 8h 18m
What companies run services between Innsbruck Airport (INN), Austria and Sankt Jakob, Kärnten, Austria?
You can take a train from Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Sankt Jakob via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, Innsbruck Hbf, Salzburg Hbf, Villach Hbf, Rosenbach Bei Villach, and Rosenbach Bahnhof in around 8h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Sankt Jakob via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, Innsbruck Ice Stadium, Salzburg P+R South, Salzburg South, and Villach Hbf in around 9h 34m.

- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Innsbruck to Klagenfurt via Vienna
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 47m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €190 - €310
Flights from Innsbruck to Klagenfurt via Frankfurt, Vienna
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 52m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €230 - €430

- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Innsbruck to Klagenfurt via Vienna
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 47m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €190 - €310

Railjet trains operate domestically within Austria and also connect to major cities in Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland and Hungary. This premium service runs at speeds of up to 230km/h and offers three travel classes (economy, first and business), all with free Wi-Fi and power sockets. Other amenities include a bistro-restaurant car and family zones. Seat reservations can be made up to 90 days prior to the train's departure (compulsory for all cross-border trains but not for domestic routes).
Contact Details
Train from Innsbruck Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 45m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €28 - €45
- Website
- Railjet
Train from Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 31m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €27 - €40
- Website
- Railjet

The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Innsbruck Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 13m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €60 - €110
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Night train from Innsbruck Hbf to Villach Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 8m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €85 - €160
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.
Contact Details
Train from Innsbruck Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 52m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass

- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 31m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €28 - €40
- Website
- fahrplan.oebb.at

- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Salzburg Hbf to Villach Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 31m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €50
- Website
- fahrplan.oebb.at

- Website
- bahn.com
Night train from Innsbruck Hbf to Villach Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 8m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de

- Phone
- +359 2 8120810
- operations@eurolines.bg
- Website
- karat-s.com
Bus from Innsbruck Ice Stadium to Salzburg P+R South
- Ave. Duration
- 3h
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- €30 - €50
- Website
- Karat-S

One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Salzburg South to Villach Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €11 - €14
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
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More Questions & Answers
Yes, the driving distance between Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Sankt Jakob is 375 km. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Sankt Jakob.
Lufthansa, Air Dolomiti and Austrian Airlines offer flights from Innsbruck Airport to Klagenfurt Airport.
There are 185+ hotels available in Sankt Jakob. Prices start at €87 per night.