The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Rome
Cheapest price
€103
Average price
€200
Fastest journey
10 h 59 m
Average duration
11 h 56 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
658 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Rome will cost around €200 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €103.
Of the 3 trains that leave Salzburg for Rome on Thu, Apr 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 658 km distance in an average of 11 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 59 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 12 h 47 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.
NJ 29510:02 PM12h03Salzburg Hbf10:05 AMRome Tiburtina€1031One-way0 transfers
RJX 660+
RJ 83+
89638:56 AM10h59Salzburg Hbf7:55 PMRome Termini€2491One-way2 transfers
RJX 660+
RJ 83+
89678:56 AM12h47Salzburg Hbf9:43 PMRome Termini€2491One-way2 transfers
RJX 660+
RJ 83+
89638:56 AM10h59Salzburg Hbf7:55 PMRome Termini€2491One-way2 transfers
NJ 29510:02 PM12h03Salzburg Hbf10:05 AMRome Tiburtina€1031One-way0 transfers
RJX 660+
RJ 83+
89678:56 AM12h47Salzburg Hbf9:43 PMRome Termini€2491One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Salzburg to Rome
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. 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 €37, and a flight costs an average of €155.
Distance: 658 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€68 Average price Cheapest | €81 Average price | €490 Average price |
12h 12m Average total duration 11h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 3m Average total duration 12h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m 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
Salzburg to Rome train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Rome trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 660+ RJ 83+ 8963 | 6:56 AM Salzburg Hbf | 10h59 | 5:55 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
RJX 660+ RJ 83+ 8967 | 6:56 AM Salzburg Hbf | 12h47 | 7:43 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
NJ 295 | 8:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 12h03 | 8:05 AM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa or Italo to find the best option for your trip from Salzburg to Rome.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Rome
Trains from Salzburg to Rome run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 22:02. The fastest train covers the 658 km distance in 12h 3m.
Distance 658 km |
Average train duration 11h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 12h 3m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 10:02 PM |
Train companies: ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Salzburg to Rome trainsÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) trains will get you between Salzburg and Rome from €37. 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 Salzburg to Rome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salzburg to Rome
- 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
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking options in the vicinity.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Hotel Schloss Mönchstein
- Hotel Villa Carlton
- Hotel & Villa Auersperg
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- 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
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