How to get to Obertauern
Getting to Obertauern
Depending on which airport and transportation mode you choose, getting to Obertauern can be challenging. Salzburg Airport is the closest and most convenient airport at 92 km away, with a transfer time of around 70 minutes to the resort. Klagenfurt, Linz, and Graz airports are also possible arrival airports, but they don’t have the best connections. Flights into Innsbruck and Munich should only be taken as a last resort, as there is a long journey from both airports.
Obertauern does not have its own train station, so taking public transportation is not recommended, as the travel time can be two to three times longer than taking a transfer. Airport transfers are the recommended mode of transportation. If you decide to drive, don’t forget the snow chains, as there is a high probability that you will need them. Below, you’ll find detailed information on the nearest airports, transfer options, train connections, and driving routes to Obertauern.
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Nearest Airports to Obertauern
| Airports | Distance to Obertauern | Transfer time | Public transport |
|---|---|---|---|
Airport Salzburg | 92 kilometers | ~ 70 minutes | ~ 155 minutes |
Airport Klagenfurt | 148 kilometers | ~ 100 minutes | ~ 235 minutes |
Airport Linz | 194 kilometers | ~ 145 minutes | ~ 260 minutes |
Airport Graz-Feldkirchen | 207 kilometers | ~ 150 minutes | ~ 315 minutes |
Distances are calculated form Airport to the village centre via Google Maps. Travel times are approximate and may vary depending on weather and traffic conditions.
Map of Airports near Obertauern
Airport Transfers to Obertauern
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Driving to Obertauern
How to get from Salzburg Airport to Obertauern
Salzburg airport boasts the easiest transfer and the shortest distance to Obertauern. The route takes the motorway south from the city towards the Tauern tunnel and cuts off just before that junction around the historic town of Radstadt and up through Untertauern onto the pass.
How to get from Klagenfurt Airport to Obertauern
Located to the south of Obertauern on the shores of the Wörthersee, Klagenfurt is also well within reach of the resort. A toll motorway leads north from Villach to the St Michael exit and the Murtal road before the turn onto the Katschberg Bundesstrasse and through Tamsweg to the resort.
How to get from Innsbruck Airport to Obertauern
Innsbruck Airport is a long way away from the heights of the Tauern but some travellers may be forced to take one of the many charter flights which arrive in Innsbruck at a weekend. In this case, the best route heads along the motorway via Kufstein and Salzburg and then follows the directions from Salzburg.
How to get from Munich Airport to Obertauern
Munich Airport is likewise a lengthy journey from Obertauern. In this case the route would head to Salzburg on the marked motorway route and then follow the directions from there.
If you plan to drive from the airport or nearby cities, renting a car can be convenient. Below you can compare car rental options for any closeby Airport or City. If it’s your first time driving in Austria in winter – check out our full guide on Driving in Austria in Winter — it covers safety, rules, car rental advice and tips.
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Public Transport Connections to Obertauern
Closest Train Station to Obertauern
Radstadt Train Station
Radstadt railway station is located near the motorway junction for the Tauern Tunnel, Schladming and Graz, or through to Bischofshofen. From here irregular buses are available to Obertauern and the journey time is around 30 minutes (buses stop early in the evening and a taxi or minibus may be a quicker solution).
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