How to get from Salzburg to the Ski Resorts

When planning a ski holiday, choosing the right resort and booking a hotel are key, but getting there is just as important. If you're traveling from afar, you can easily reach Salzburg by plane. The city's W.A. Mozart Airport is conveniently located just a 15-minute taxi ride from the historic center of Salzburg. Alternatively, Munich Airport (180 km away) and Vienna Airport (300 km away) are also great options, with direct train connections available from both airports.

Transfers from Salzburg to the ski resorts

At Salzburg Airport, you’ll find a taxi rank right outside the terminal. Fares are based on the taximeter. For trips outside the city, the taxi driver will calculate the distance and charge €2.50 to €2.70 per kilometer, depending on the number of passengers and the size of the vehicle.

Car rental offices are located across from the airport building. However, car rentals in Salzburg can be quite expensive, especially during the peak season. For this reason, many tourists choose to take a taxi to Freilassing, a nearby German town on the Austrian border, where car rental rates are more affordable. In Freilassing, you'll find car rental offices from companies like SIXT, Europcar, and others.

Transfers from Salzburg to the ski resorts - Skier

Public transportation is another affordable option for reaching the ski resorts, although it can be less convenient, especially if you're carrying ski gear. Directly across from the airport, you’ll find a bus stop where trolleybus line No. 2 runs to the railway station every ten minutes (and every twenty minutes on weekends). From there, you can catch trains to popular ski destinations like Zell am See, Bad Gastein, Bad Hofgastein, Schladming, and Kitzbühel, with travel times averaging between 1.5 to 2 hours each way.

Additionally, suburban buses depart from the railway station for other nearby locations. For up-to-date train and bus schedules, please refer to the links in the footer of my website.

Salzburg Transfers from the Airport to the Ski Resorts

Booking a private transfer is the most convenient way to reach any ski resort. I offer pickups from hotels, airports, or train stations to a variety of ski destinations including Schladming, Zell am See, Saalbach, Hinterglemm, Bad Gastein, Obertauern, Bad Hofgastein, Flachau, Going am Wilden Kaiser, Kitzbühel, Kaprun, Maria Alm, Zauchensee, Mayrhofen, and more.

The transfer is provided in a Volkswagen Caravelle T6, an extended version with a spacious luggage compartment accommodating up to eight passengers. You’ll pay the pre-agreed fare at the end of the service, with no hidden fees or intermediaries involved.

During the trip, I’ll share useful information about your ski resort and suggest exciting excursions for any ski-free days. I can also assist with check-in upon arrival to make your transition seamless.

For an estimated cost, feel free to check the Uber app for comparable pricing.

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Please send your inquiry via email or use the contact form with the following details: tour date, tour name, number of participants, and meeting point. I will respond with accurate information and pricing.

How much does your service cost?

The estimated prices are: Salzburg Walking Tours cost 180 - 300 Euro, half day tours in Salzburg and the suburbs in my minibus 350 - 450 Euro, and full day tours 650 - 850 Euro, depending on distance and program.

How many people can fit in your minivan? Can our baby sit on our lap?

My minivan can accommodate up to eight people. Children may not sit on a parent's lap. Child boosters are available at no additional charge.

What does your service cover?

Qualified guide service in Salzburg (Professional Austria Guide since 2006). Customized tour planning based on your preferences. Travel in a Volkswagen Caravelle T6 minivan with room for up to eight passengers. There are no additional charges for tolls or parking.

What is not included in your tours?

Entrance fees, accommodations, meals and drinks.

What are the payment methods?

I accept payments via bank transfers, PayPal (with a commission), credit cards, and cash. Please be aware that using a credit card will result in a 3% fee.

Can we hire you to be just a driver for us?

Yes, but it does not affect the price. I am a licensed tour guide with extensive knowledge and high qualifications. Therefore, my time costs more than the time of a taxi driver.

We drive our own car. Can we hire you as a guide only?

Yes, you can, but I wouldn't recommend it. When I drive my van, I know where to go, where to slow down, where to stop, and I can explain without having to focus on showing the way. Plus, my van is roomy with great visibility from the sedan. The price does not make a big difference either.

If we are just a few people and don't need a minivan, can you give us a tour in a smaller car for a lower price?

I am self-employed and have one minivan. I can't provide the tour in a smaller car.

There are more than eight of us. Can you help us book a bigger bus?

Due to the amount of information required by bus companies to calculate costs and require a deposit, organizing a large coach is a time-consuming process. Therefore, I prefer to refrain from booking tourist buses. However, I can provide information about transportation companies or organize a second minivan with a professional guide.

Can we hire you for a few days?

Yes, I offer multi-day itineraries too.

Can you give us a tour of just the town of Hallstatt?

No. I don't offer tours, just of Hallstatt. I offer full-day tours from Salzburg to the lake district, including Hallstatt, or full-day tours focusing on the Hallstatt region.

Can you give us a half-day tour from Salzburg to Hallstatt?

Yes, I can. But remember that a half day is 4 hours. The way from Salzburg to Hallstatt and back takes 3 hours. Would you be happy to spend 3 hours in the car for only 1 hour in the place you want to go? Hallstatt is one of many picturesque towns in the Salzkammergut Lake District. Instead of fixating on Hallstatt, I suggest you add other beautiful towns and lakes where you can discover the real Austria and not just the touristic side of it.

Can we join a group tour with you?

No, I don't group individual travelers. As a one-person company, it's not possible.

Could you be our photographer on tour in Salzburg?

Yes, I enjoy photography and offer my services as a guide and photographer for an additional fee. I use my professional camera.