Salzburg to Lienz in Osttirol by train

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Overview: trains from Salzburg to Lienz in Osttirol

Find the key information for travelling by train from Salzburg to Lienz in Osttirol, 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 01:40 View journey
Last train 22:21 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 9m View journey
Distance (km) 111
Trains / day 28 View all
Cheapest journey CA$22.75 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 8m
Train operators 23

Travelling from Salzburg to Lienz in Osttirol by train

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

The fastest trains from Salzburg to Lienz in Osttirol take around 3 hours and 9 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 111 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Salzburg is scheduled to depart at around  01:40. The last departure is usually at around 22:21. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 28 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 55 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$22.75.

We think any time is a great time to visit Lienz in Osttirol, 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 Lienz in Osttirol.

Is there a direct train from Salzburg to Lienz in Osttirol?

The journey between Salzburg and Lienz in Osttirol usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Salzburg to Lienz in Osttirol 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 Lienz in Osttirol?

The Salzburg to Lienz in Osttirol train travel takes about 3 hours and 9 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Salzburg to Lienz in Osttirol train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lienz in Osttirol leaving Salzburg at around 01:40 and the last train leaving at around 22:21. This is the same at the weekend.

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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.