Salzburg to St. Margrethen train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Salzburg to St. Margrethen take around 4 hours and 9 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 259 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Salzburg is scheduled to depart at around  02:12. The last departure is usually at around 21:56 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Salzburg at around 02:12, with the last train leaving at around 21:56. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 24 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 47 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$43.80.

We think any time is a great time to visit St. Margrethen, 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 St. Margrethen.

Is there a direct train from Salzburg to St. Margrethen?

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

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

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Salzburg to St. Margrethen?

The Salzburg to St. Margrethen train travel takes about 4 hours and 9 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Salzburg to St. Margrethen train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to St. Margrethen leaving Salzburg at around 02:12 and the last train leaving at around 21:56 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Salzburg at around 02:12, with the final departure at 21:56.