The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome to Salzburg
Cheapest price
€63
Average price
€73
Fastest journey
12 h 48 m
Average duration
12 h 48 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
658 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Salzburg will cost around €73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €63.
Of the 2 trains that leave Rome for Salzburg on Fri, May 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct trains cover the 658 km distance in an average of 12 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 48 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest trains will take 12 h 48 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.
5:10 PM12h48Rome5:58 AMSalzburg€631One-way0 transfers
4:10 PM12h48Rome4:58 AMSalzburg€831One-way0 transfers
5:10 PM12h48Rome5:58 AMSalzburg€631One-way0 transfers
4:10 PM12h48Rome4:58 AMSalzburg€831One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rome to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €35, and a flight costs an average of €130.
Distance: 658 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€64 Average price Cheapest | €81 Average price | €483 Average price |
11h 41m Average total duration 11h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 9m Average total duration 12h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rome to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Salzburg trains for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NJ 294 | 6:10 PM Rome Tiburtina | 12h48 | 6:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Rome to Salzburg by train, bus, or flight
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Why should you book Rome to Salzburg trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs ÖBB | Nightjet?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ÖBB | Nightjet, but also compare tickets for the likes of ÖBB | Railjet, Italo, Frecciarossa or Trenitalia EuroCity to find the best option for your trip from Rome to Salzburg.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rome to Salzburg
Trains from Rome to Salzburg run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 658 km distance in 11h 48m.
Distance 658 km |
Average train duration 11h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 11h 48m |
First train 12:21 AM |
Last train 10:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, Italo, Frecciarossa from Rome to Salzburg trainsÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, Italo, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Rome and Salzburg from €35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Rome to Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rome to Salzburg
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes.
- Luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
- Rock n’ Coffee Roma
- Arabian Kebab
- Ingredienti
- McDonald’s
- Numb's Bakery Café
- Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
- B&B Rome Tiburtina
- B&B Alba Domus Roma
- Hotel delle Province
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Metro lines: LB
- Bus lines: 62, 71, 111, 111F, 120F, 135, 163, 168, 211, 309, 409, n409, n041, C2, C3, Airport Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FA, IC, REG, FL1, FL2, FL3
- 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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