Salzburg Airport (W. A. Mozart Airport) located 4km west of city center. Connections: Both buses connect the airport with the city; line 10 takes about 15 minutes and line 2 about 23 minutes. A city ticket costs €3 on board or €2.50 in advance, taxis (€15-20, 10 minutes), or ride-sharing apps available. Munich Airport (120km) offers more international connections with shuttle buses to Salzburg.
Trolleybuses and Buses: Extensive network covering entire city and suburbs. 2026 city fares are €3 for a ticket bought on board and €6.40 for a 24-hour ticket bought on board; advance/online fares are €2.50 and €5.20. Salzburg Card includes unlimited public transport. Validate tickets upon boarding. Services run 5:30am-11pm with night buses on weekends.
Walking: The compact old town is entirely pedestrianized and best explored on foot. Most major attractions within 20-minute walk. Comfortable shoes essential for cobblestones and hills.
Extensive bike paths along both riverbanks and throughout city. Bike rentals from multiple locations (€15-20/day). Nextbike public bike-sharing system available via app.
Taxis readily available at stands (Residenzplatz, train station, airport). Meter fares start €4-5 plus €1.50-2/km. Uber and Bolt operate in Salzburg.
Available at airport and train station. Not recommended for city sightseeing due to pedestrian zones, limited parking, and traffic restrictions. Useful for day trips to surrounding regions. Parking garages charge €2-3/hour.
Traditional carriages at Residenzplatz offer romantic city tours (€50-80 for 20-40 minutes). Prearrange pricing before departure.