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Salzburg is one of Austria's most beautiful cities: the birthplace of Mozart, home of the famous Salzburg Festival, and the setting of "The Sound of Music". Its baroque old town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is dominated by the Hohensalzburg Fortress. Salzburg is also the gateway to the lakes of the Salzkammergut and to many ski resorts in the Alps.
Salzburg has its own airport, but Vienna International Airport (VIE) offers far more international connections. The distance from Vienna Airport to Salzburg is approximately 300 km. Here are your options.
Private transfer
The route follows the A1 West Autobahn past St. Pölten and Linz to Salzburg. In normal traffic the trip takes approximately 3 hours. Your driver meets you in the arrivals hall with a name sign and takes you straight to your hotel, whether in the old town, on the outskirts or in the Salzkammergut.
- Door-to-door service without changes.
- Flight monitoring and waiting time for delays.
- Room for luggage, skis and family equipment.
- Option to stop at Melk Abbey or in Linz on the way.
Train
Salzburg is very well connected by rail. Some long-distance trains run directly from Vienna Airport to Salzburg, while others require a change at Wien Hauptbahnhof. The journey takes approximately 2.5-3 hours. Trains are frequent and comfortable, but you still need to get from Salzburg main station to your accommodation.
Bus
Long-distance coaches between Vienna and Salzburg mostly depart from the city, not from the airport. Including the trip into Vienna, the journey usually takes 4 hours or more. It is a budget option for travellers with little luggage.
Tips for your trip
During the Salzburg Festival in summer and the Christmas markets, hotels and roads are busy, so book early.
Parts of the old town are pedestrian zones, so give the driver your exact hotel address.
Why a private transfer is worth it
A private transfer from Vienna Airport to Salzburg is the most comfortable way to start your stay. You avoid changes, carry nothing through stations and can relax or work during the drive. It is especially convenient for families, groups and late arrivals. Choose a sedan, minivan or minibus from our fleet, or book our chauffeur service for excursions around Salzburg.
Arriving in Vienna and heading to Salzburg? Book your private transfer from Vienna Airport and travel straight to your hotel.
