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How to travel from Salzburg Gnigl to Werfen by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Salzburg Gnigl to Werfen? Look no further.
There are around 14 trains per day running between Salzburg Gnigl and Werfen, which usually take 20 hours 18 minutes to complete the 24 miles (39 km) journey. It can take as little as 15 hours 7 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Werfen from Salzburg Gnigl, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. All or part of your journey will be on board a ÖBB train, as they are the main operator of trains on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Salzburg Gnigl to Werfen if you book in advance. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for timetables (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
Salzburg Gnigl to Werfen by train
| First train | 07:31 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:15 | |
| Departure station | Salzburg Gnigl | |
| Arrival station | Werfen | |
| Journey time | From 15h 7m | |
| Distance | 24 miles (39 km) | |
| Frequency | 14 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
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ÖBB trains from Salzburg Gnigl to Werfen
ÖBB is the major railway company for Austria, subdivided into several subsidiaries, responsible for certain areas of transport, such as long distance and local transport, the operation of postal buses and the transport of goods. Railjet is ÖBB's high-speed train, which travels at speeds of up to 143 mph (230 km/h) and connects the main Austrian cities with Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Italy.
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- Trains in Austria
Cheap train tickets from Salzburg Gnigl to Werfen
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Salzburg Gnigl to Werfen by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.