Salzburg to Knittelfeld by train

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Overview: trains from Salzburg to Knittelfeld

Find the key information for travelling by train from Salzburg to Knittelfeld, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:13 View journey
Last train 22:07 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 21m View journey
Distance (km) 150
Trains / day 23 View all
Cheapest journey AU$35.04 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 58m
Train operators 20

Salzburg to Knittelfeld train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Salzburg to Knittelfeld by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Salzburg to Knittelfeld take around 3 hours and 21 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 150 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Salzburg is scheduled to depart at around  01:21. The last departure is usually at around 21:07 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Salzburg at around 00:13, with the last train leaving at around 22:07. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 23 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 46 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$35.04.

We think any time is a great time to visit Knittelfeld, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Knittelfeld.

Is there a direct train from Salzburg to Knittelfeld?

The journey between Salzburg and Knittelfeld usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Salzburg to Knittelfeld every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Salzburg to Knittelfeld?

The Salzburg to Knittelfeld train travel takes about 3 hours and 21 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Salzburg to Knittelfeld train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Knittelfeld leaving Salzburg at around 01:21 and the last train leaving at around 21:07 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Salzburg at around 00:13, with the final departure at 22:07.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.