SZG → MAY
Mayrhofen from Salzburg Airport
From Salzburg via the large Deutsches Eck to Kiefersfelden/Kufstein, then along the Inntal motorway into the Zillertal and on to Mayrhofen.
The route
The fastest way from Salzburg Airport to the Zillertal is via the large Deutsches Eck, as long as traffic allows it without major delays. The pinch points are the Walserberg border crossing and the Inntal junction near Rosenheim.
If those sections are badly congested, the small Deutsches Eck via Lofer and St. Johann in Tirol is an alternative. The fixed price stays the same.
After the border at Kiefersfelden the route follows the Inntal motorway to the Zillertal exit at Wiesing, then goes through the Brettfall tunnel, through Fügen and Uderns to Zell am Ziller and on through Ramsau im Zillertal to Mayrhofen.
The route is 175 km long and takes around two hours when traffic is good.
On peak travel days and in heavy snow it can take much longer, as traffic into and out of the Zillertal backs up at the usual bottlenecks: in Uderns, in Fügen and before the Brettfall tunnel, where traffic is also let through in blocks on such days. We allow more time then.
In wintry conditions the route is no particular challenge with winter equipment. Our vehicles are fully equipped for winter from 1 November.
Private transfer vs. public transport
The private transfer runs straight from the arrivals hall to your accommodation, whatever time you land, with no changes and no hauling gear and luggage between trains and buses.
The fixed price is per vehicle, not per person: two people pay the same as seven, gear and luggage included. The longer the route, the further it comes in below the cost of individual public transport tickets.
By public transport you first take a bus into Salzburg to the main station, then a train to Jenbach and from there a bus or the Zillertalbahn to Mayrhofen.
In terms of time the private transfer always pays off, as public transport takes at least three hours. If you land late, the train from Jenbach gets tight because services thin out. That leaves the bus, which cannot avoid the queues, and the queues from Jenbach into the Zillertal regularly last into the late evening.
When you travel
Mayrhofen is the base for the Penken and Ahorn ski areas, and with the Hintertux Glacier nearby, the season in the valley starts early and ends late. The main season usually runs from early December to mid April. In April the Snowbombing festival fills Mayrhofen.
On Saturdays many charter flights land in Salzburg within a short time, which makes the airport very busy. Add to that heavy traffic in the Zillertal and on the motorway sections of the route. We then allow more time for a stress-free drive.
The fixed price applies at any time of day.
Arrival and meeting point
Your driver will be waiting in the arrivals hall with a sign with your name, wearing our company uniform. Salzburg Airport is compact and the walking distances are short. Before you travel we send you the vehicle’s make, model and registration, along with your driver’s name and phone number.
Please always give your flight number when you book. That way we track your flight in real time and can react to any changes in good time.
After landing we wait one hour free of charge, including passport control and baggage reclaim. If that isn’t enough because the terminal is very busy, please contact your driver so they know.
Please switch off flight mode on your phone after landing, so we can reach you.
The return journey: Mayrhofen to Salzburg Airport
The return journey also has a fixed price, just like the outbound. We collect you from your departure address. You are welcome to book the return when you book your outbound transfer, or at a later date.
We time the pickup so that you reach the terminal around two hours before your flight. Please take an early pickup time seriously and do not push it back: your driver knows the route, the traffic and the road conditions, and our aim is to get you to your flight without stress.
On the way back there may be delays at the Kiefersfelden border due to checks by the German authorities. Please keep your travel documents with you during the drive.
Easily confused
Mayrhofen is the Zillertal’s best-known village and lies almost at its head; the last village is Finkenberg.
Hintertux is often taken to be Mayrhofen, but it is 20 km further on in the Tux valley and is a separate destination with its own fixed price.
Worth knowing: from Innsbruck Airport, Mayrhofen is just over an hour away in normal traffic. You will find that route on our website too.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the transfer from Salzburg Airport to Mayrhofen take?
In normal traffic about two hours for the roughly 175 km via the large Deutsches Eck and through the Zillertal. On busy travel days we allow more time. The fixed price stays the same.
Why do you drive through Germany?
In normal traffic the large Deutsches Eck, at 175 km, is the shortest and fastest way. The small Deutsches Eck is just over 180 km, but takes longer because there is less motorway. We decide on the day which route is better.
Do I need anything for driving through Germany?
Please carry your passport or ID card, as Germany checks traffic entering from Austria. Nothing else.
Is Innsbruck Airport closer?
Yes. But not every airline lands in Innsbruck every day, and the same goes for Salzburg. So it depends on your day of travel which airport suits you.
Can I cancel free of charge?
Yes, up to 24 hours before your scheduled pickup. If the airline cancels your flight, you can cancel free of charge at any time, provided you send us the airline’s cancellation confirmation before you travel.
How do I pay?
Your choice: online when you book, or on arrival, paying your driver in cash or by card (except American Express). The price is the fixed price confirmed when you booked. If you change the destination during the drive to an address outside the booked village, we adjust the price.
Are child seats available?
Yes, from infant carriers to booster seats, on request and at no extra charge. All seats meet the current UN R129 (i-Size) standard. Tell us the number and ages of the children on the day of travel when you book, so the right seats are fitted.
