Getting to Gastein

Whether you travel by train, car or plane: Every journey to Gastein starts with the same feeling – the joy of arriving in the mountains. Just 90 kilometres south of Salzburg, the valley unfolds in all its scenic beauty, inviting you to slow down and take a deep breath. And the best part: With excellent connections and climate-friendly transport options, your trip to Gastein can be just as relaxing as your stay there.

Getting here by train

The train is one of the most comfortable ways to reach the Gastein valley. What makes Gastein truly special is that every village has an easily accessible railway station.

ÖBB Railjet and Intercity trains run regularly along the Tauern Line, providing direct connections from Vienna, Salzburg, Innsbruck, Munich and many other cities. Your journey takes you through stunning alpine landscapes and ends right in the heart of the valley – just moments away from your destination.

Depending on where your accommodation is located, you can disembark at the modern stations in Dorfgastein, Bad Hofgastein or Bad Gastein, with easy onward travel by foot, shuttle, bus or taxi.

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Gastein's train stations at a glance

Dorfgastein train station

Dorfgastein can also be reached every two hours and is well connected to the public transport network .

Regular bus connections from Bad Gastein, Bad Hofgastein and Schwarzach i. P. make Dorfgastein easy and convenient to reach - ideal for your journey to the Dorfgastein-Großarltal ski area and the regional leisure activities.

Bad Hofgastein train station

Bad Hofgastein train station is connected to the rail network every two hours.

Thanks to the excellent bus connections within the Gastein Valley, the village can still be reached by public transport almost every hour . From here you can quickly reach the ski areas, hiking trails and thermal spas in the valley.

Bad Gastein train station

Bad Gastein is the most important long-distance transportation hub in the Gastein Valley and is served by direct connections from Salzburg, Vienna, Munich, Frankfurt, Graz, Zagreb and other cities every hour.

Particularly practical: a direct overpass leads from the station to the Felsentherme thermal spa and the valley station of the Stubnerkogelbahn - ideal for quick access to the thermal spa and skiing experience.

With ÖBB transfer from the train station to your accommodation

Particularly practical: With the ÖBB shuttle service , the onward journey from Bad Hofgastein and Bad Gastein train stations can be booked together with the train ticket. If you book by 8 p.m. the day before , you will be picked up at the station and taken to your accommodation in comfort.

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Guest Mobility Ticket

With the Guest Mobility Ticket, your holiday begins the moment you set out for the Gastein valley. From the Salzburg provincial border directly to the valley, guests can travel free of charge on all public transport – climate-friendly, without traffic jams or the stress of finding parking.

Once you arrive, a well-connected network of buses and trains ensures maximum flexibility. Thermal spas, mountain cableway stations, hiking trails and attractions are all easily accessible. Whether you’re heading out to ski, hike or unwind in the spas: The Guest Mobility Ticket offers an eco-friendly and relaxed way to explore Gastein.

The advantages at a glance:

free travel from the Salzburg provincial border on all public transport
unlimited use of buses and trains throughout the province of Salzburg
available at check-in or pre-check-in at your accommodation – either as a PDF printout or digital wallet version
valid for the entire duration of your stay, including arrival and departure days
direct connections to valley stations, thermal spas and popular excursion destinations

For full details and current timetables, visit the Salzburg Verkehr website.

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Getting here by plane

The nearest airport to the Gastein valley is Salzburg Airport (SZG). From there, regular transfer and shuttle services take you directly to the valley – your holiday destination is just about an hour and a half away. There are also excellent connections from Munich, Vienna and Innsbruck, whether by train, shuttle or a combination of transport options.

Getting here by car

The Gastein valley is easily accessible via the Tauern Motorway (A10) and the Bischofshofen exit. From there, the route winds through green valleys and past the first mountain peaks, leading you directly to Dorfgastein, Bad Hofgastein or Bad Gastein.

The drive through the Alps is both scenic and well signposted. Ample parking is available in all three towns – at mountain cableway stations, thermal spas and accommodation options. For electric vehicles, numerous EV-charging stations make sustainable travel by car easy and convenient.

Information for those travelling with their own vehicle:

A “Vignette” (toll sticker) is required for driving on Austrian motorways.
In the colder months, winter equipment is mandatory, especially during snowfall – this includes suitable winter tyres.
For guests arriving from the south, the Tauernbahn motorail between Böckstein and Mallnitz is recommended for a quick and easy crossing of the main Alpine ridge.