- Must visit
Mozart's Birthplace
Birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, displaying family items, instruments, and context on his early Salzburg years.
Cheapest price on Sep 01
€79
Average ticket price on Sep 01
€93
Fastest journey on Sep 01
8 h 19 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
8 h 54 m
Trains on Sep 01
40
Distance
469 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Salzburg will cost around €93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €79.
It's difficult to get from Florence to Salzburg without transferring at least once.
Regionale 18518 · Regionale TTPER 17850 · Regionale Veloce 3846+
NJ 236
Regionale 18504 · Regionale TTPER 17814 · Regionale 16036+
NJ 236
Regionale 18522 · Regionale 17836 · Regionale Veloce 3848+
NJ 236
Regionale 18490 · Autobus TTPER B0402 · Regionale Veloce 3844+
NJ 236
Regionale 18508 · Treno 17820 effettuato con bus FI680 · Regionale 3842+
NJ 236
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+
NJ 236
FRECCIAROSSA 8502+
RJ 86+
RJX13479
FRECCIAROSSA 8506+
RJ 84+
RJX19961
FRECCIAROSSA 9426+
Regionale Veloce 3848+
NJ 236
FRECCIAROSSA 9400+
Regionale Veloce 3466+
RJ 86+
RJX13479Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €26 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €26, while a flight costs an average of €574.
Distance: 291 miles (469 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €76 Average price | €574 Average price | €167 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 42m Average total duration 11h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Salzburg:
A train is €50 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Salzburg costing on average €76.
A train is €547 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Salzburg costing on average €574.
Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 23m.
Bus takes on average 11h 12m.
Tickets start at around €26 compared to roughly €167 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €141. The journey takes 8h 23m versus 7h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with ÖBB | Nightjet, Trenitalia EuroCity.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Salzburg trains for today, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ Regionale Veloce 3846+ NJ 236 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 11h35 | 2:55 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18522 · Regionale 17836 · Regionale Veloce 3848+ NJ 236 | 4:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h46 | 2:55 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520+ NJ 236 | 4:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h19 | 2:55 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426+ Regionale Veloce 3848+ NJ 236 | 5:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 9h35 | 2:55 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ NJ 236 | 6:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h19 | 2:55 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3458+ RJ 86+ RJX13479 | 4:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h30 | 5:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3458+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 4:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 14h30 | 7:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3458+ RJ 88+ RJX13477 | 4:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h30 | 3:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 18488 · Regionale 17806 · Regionale Veloce 3466+ RJ 84 | 6:03 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h59 | 7:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
Regionale 18488 · Regionale 17806 · Regionale Veloce 3466+ RJ 86 | 6:03 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h59 | 5:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
Regionale 18488 · Regionale 17806 · Regionale Veloce 3466+ RJ 80 | 6:03 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 17h42 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400+ Regionale Veloce 3466+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 7:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 11h42 | 7:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400+ Regionale Veloce 3466+ RJ 86+ RJX13479 | 7:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 9h42 | 5:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400+ Regionale Veloce 3466+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 7:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 16h25 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 18504 · Regionale TTPER 17814 · Regionale 16036+ RJ 84 | 8:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h53 | 7:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
Regionale 18504 · Regionale TTPER 17814 · Regionale 16036+ RJ 80 | 8:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 15h36 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
Regionale 18504 · Regionale TTPER 17814 · Regionale 16036+ NJ 236 | 8:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 18h46 | 2:55 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale 16036+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 15h24 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale 16036+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h41 | 7:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale 16036+ NJ 236 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 18h34 | 2:55 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8502+ RJ 86+ RJX13479 | 8:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h26 | 5:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8502+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 8:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h26 | 7:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8502+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 8:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 15h09 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18508 · Treno 17820 effettuato con bus FI680 · Regionale 3842+ RJ 80 | 9:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 14h36 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
Regionale 18508 · Treno 17820 effettuato con bus FI680 · Regionale 3842+ NJ 236 | 9:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 17h46 | 2:55 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406 · FRECCIAROSSA 9724+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 9:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 9h42 | 7:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406 · FRECCIAROSSA 9724+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 9:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 14h25 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 10:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h26 | 7:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 10:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 13h09 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 11:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h09 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508+ NJ 236 | 11:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 15h19 | 2:55 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18490 · Autobus TTPER B0402 · Regionale Veloce 3844+ NJ 236 | 11:38 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 15h17 | 2:55 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 12:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 11h09 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509+ NJ 236 | 12:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 14h19 | 2:55 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18293+ Intercity 588+ Regionale 91518+ NJ 236 | 1:16 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 13h39 | 2:55 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ Regionale Veloce 3844+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h25 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ Regionale Veloce 3844+ NJ 236 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 13h35 | 2:55 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 94457+ Intercity 610+ NJ 236 | 1:40 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 13h15 | 2:55 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18518 · Regionale TTPER 17850 · Regionale Veloce 3846+ NJ 236 | 2:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h46 | 2:55 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420 · FRECCIAROSSA 9744+ NJ 236 | 2:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h35 | 2:55 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Florence to Salzburg run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 20:36. The fastest train covers the 291 miles (469 km) distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 291 miles (469 km) |
Average train duration 8h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 6h 55m |
First train 12:25 AM |
Last train 8:36 PM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Salzburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Salzburg trip today.
Birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, displaying family items, instruments, and context on his early Salzburg years.
Science center with interactive exhibits on physics, biology, and technology; excellent for families and curious adults.
Historic residence rooms and state apartments illustrating the power and taste of Salzburg’s prince-archbishops.
Salzburg’s famous old shopping lane with wrought-iron guild signs, historic houses, and direct links to Mozart’s birthplace.
Formal gardens and walking area by Mirabell Palace, admired for baroque design, statues, and fortress views.
Tree-lined viewpoint hill with forest paths, old fortifications, and sweeping vistas over the Old Town and fortress.
Salzburg’s famous soufflé-like dessert of sweetened egg whites, baked and torn into pieces, then dusted with sugar. A classic from Hotel Sacher traditions.
A rustic farmer’s breakfast of pan-fried potatoes, onions, and meat, usually topped with a fried egg. Popular in Alpine inns across Salzburg state.
Thin slices of boiled beef in broth, usually served with horseradish, root vegetables, and potatoes. A classic Austrian dish common in Salzburg taverns.
Well-known fine dining restaurant focused on modern Austrian cuisine, seasonal ingredients, and polished service in an intimate setting.
Historic beer hall and monastery brewery known for Märzen beer, simple Austrian dishes, and lively communal tables in a classic Salzburg setting.
Traditional tavern near the old town serving schnitzel, Tafelspitz, and regional classics in elegant historic rooms with a refined local feel.
Moderate for Western Europe; hotels rise in peak season, dining is mid-priced, and public transport is reasonable for tourists.
Service is often included, but rounding up is customary. Tip restaurants about 5-10%, round up in cafes, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence 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.

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