What is the cheapest way to get from Semmering to Salzburg?

The cheapest way to get from Semmering to Salzburg is to drive which costs €45 - €70 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Semmering to Salzburg?

The fastest way to get from Semmering to Salzburg is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Semmering and Salzburg?

No, there is no direct train from Semmering to Salzburg. However, there are services departing from Semmering and arriving at Salzburg Hbf via Wien Meidling and St.Poelten Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Semmering to Salzburg?

The distance between Semmering and Salzburg is 403 km. The road distance is 270.8 km.

How do I travel from Semmering to Salzburg without a car?

The best way to get from Semmering to Salzburg without a car is to train via Vienna which takes 3h 35m and costs €40 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Semmering to Salzburg?

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Semmering to Salzburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Semmering to Salzburg train from?

Semmering to Salzburg train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Semmering station.

Where does the Semmering to Salzburg train arrive?

Semmering to Salzburg train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Wien Meidling station.

Can I drive from Semmering to Salzburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Semmering to Salzburg is 271 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Semmering to Salzburg.

How do I get a train ticket from Semmering to Salzburg?

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Where can I stay near Salzburg?

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Semmering to Salzburg - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Semmering to Salzburg by train, bus, or car

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Train via Vienna
best
1. Take the train from Semmering to Wien Meidlingtrain Rj
2. Take the train from Wien Meidling to St.Poelten Hbftrain Rjx / ...
3. Take the train from St.Poelten Hbf to Salzburg Hbftrain Rjx
3h 35m
€40–147
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Semmering to Wien Hbftrain Rj
2. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Salzburg Southbus N965
6h 14m
€37–79
Drive 270.8 km
1. Drive from Semmering to Salzburgcar 270.8 km
3h 10m
€46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Mürzzuschlag to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain Rj
6h 16m
€63–100

Semmering to Salzburg by train

210Weekly Trains

3h 35mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 403.2 km
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Semmering, Lower Austria and Salzburg, Austria?

You can take a train from Semmering to Salzburg Hbf via Wien Meidling and St.Poelten Hbf in around 3h 35m.

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