The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Salzburg
Cheapest price
€80
Average price
€85
Fastest journey
12 h 10 m
Average duration
12 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
392 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Salzburg will cost around €85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €80.
Of the 2 trains that leave Milan for Salzburg on Tue, Nov 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct trains cover the 392 km distance in an average of 12 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 10 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest trains will take 12 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a flight costs an average of €120.
Distance: 392 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€83 Average price | €69 Average price Cheapest | €541 Average price |
8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 24m Average total duration 8h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 7m Average total duration Fastest 5h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milan to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Salzburg trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:00 PM Milan | 12h10 | 5:10 AM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:54 PM Milan | 12h50 | 7:44 AM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Salzburg
Trains from Milan to Salzburg run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €62 but you can travel from only €40 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 22:02. The fastest train covers the 392 km distance in 9h 21m.
Distance 392 km |
Average train duration 8h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €62 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 21m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 22:02 |
Train companies: ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB Nightjet, Regionale, Frecciarossa from Milan to Salzburg trainsÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB Nightjet, Regionale, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Milan and Salzburg from €40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB Nightjet
Regionale
Frecciarossa
FAQs: Trains from Milan to Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Salzburg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Milan Rogoredo, which is located around 5.1 miles (8.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Salzburg Hbf, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan to Salzburg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Via G Battista Cassinis.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro
- Osteria La Piola
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Starhotels Business Palace
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Brenta Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and high-speed services
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with access from Via Rombon.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole
- Osteria Lambrate
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- MEININGER Milano Lambrate
- Hotel Gamma
- Hotel Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 19
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
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