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Museo Archeologico Provinciale di Salerno
Provincial archaeology museum with finds from Etruscan, Greek, and Roman sites. A strong choice for understanding the wider Salerno area.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paestum to Salerno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paestum to Salerno will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 30 trains from Paestum to Salerno, including 14 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 35 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.
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Trains from Paestum to Salerno run on average 16 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:46, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (36 km) distance in 21m.
Distance 22 miles (36 km) |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 3:46 AM |
Last train 9:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Paestum to Salerno.
The table below shows live departures for Paestum to Salerno trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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Regionale 5214 | 7:06 AM Paestum station | 0h42 | 7:48 AM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5969 · Regionale 5216 | 7:09 AM Paestum station | 1h20 | 8:29 AM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5969 · Regionale 5216 · Regionale 21102 | 7:09 AM Paestum station | 1h17 | 8:26 AM Salerno station | 2 transfers | |
PAESTUM LINK PAR10 · Regionale 5578 · Metropolitano 21318 | 8:17 AM Paestum | 1h23 | 9:40 AM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
PAESTUM LINK PAR10 · Regionale 5578 | 8:17 AM Paestum | 1h11 | 9:28 AM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5578 | 8:41 AM Paestum station | 0h47 | 9:28 AM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5211+ Intercity 550 | 8:57 AM Paestum station | 1h40 | 10:37 AM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5215+ FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 9:09 AM Paestum station | 1h39 | 10:48 AM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
PAESTUM LINK PAR16 · Regionale 5202 | 9:21 AM Paestum | 2h38 | 11:59 AM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
PAESTUM LINK PAR16+ Intercity 550+ Metropolitano 21322 | 9:21 AM Paestum | 1h49 | 11:10 AM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
PAESTUM LINK PAR16+ Intercity 550 | 9:21 AM Paestum | 1h16 | 10:37 AM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
PAESTUM LINK PAR16 · Regionale 5202 · Metropolitano 21326 | 9:21 AM Paestum | 2h49 | 12:10 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 5202 | 11:21 AM Paestum station | 0h38 | 11:59 AM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
PAESTUM LINK PAR28 · Regionale 5226 · Metropolitano 21336 | 1:50 PM Paestum | 1h20 | 3:10 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
PAESTUM LINK PAR28 · Regionale 5226 | 1:50 PM Paestum | 1h08 | 2:58 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 556 | 2:12 PM Paestum station | 0h22 | 2:34 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5226 | 2:21 PM Paestum station | 0h37 | 2:58 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5338 | 3:23 PM Paestum station | 0h35 | 3:58 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5206 | 3:39 PM Paestum station | 0h45 | 4:24 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5336 | 4:23 PM Paestum station | 0h35 | 4:58 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5584 | 5:51 PM Paestum station | 0h37 | 6:28 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5228 · Regionale 21108 | 6:25 PM Paestum station | 0h48 | 7:13 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5228 | 6:25 PM Paestum station | 0h54 | 7:19 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
PAESTUM LINK PAR20 · Regionale 5586 | 6:36 PM Paestum | 1h53 | 8:29 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
PAESTUM LINK PAR20 · Regionale 5586 · Metropolitano 21354 | 6:36 PM Paestum | 2h34 | 9:10 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 560 | 7:01 PM Paestum station | 0h33 | 7:34 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5586 | 7:54 PM Paestum station | 0h35 | 8:29 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
PAESTUM LINK PAR22 · Regionale 5208 | 8:21 PM Paestum | 1h42 | 10:03 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5208 | 9:32 PM Paestum station | 0h31 | 10:03 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5590 | 9:43 PM Paestum station | 0h31 | 10:14 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Provincial archaeology museum with finds from Etruscan, Greek, and Roman sites. A strong choice for understanding the wider Salerno area.
Museum devoted to Roberto Papi's collection of medical instruments. It reflects Salerno's celebrated medieval school of medicine.
Compact diocesan museum preserving sacred art, manuscripts, and liturgical objects linked to the cathedral and local religious history.
Seafront promenade lined with palms and benches, ideal for walking, sea views, and feeling everyday Salerno life at sunset.
The medieval old town's main pedestrian street, filled with historic buildings, shops, and easy access to many major sights.
Lively central pedestrian axis joining station and old town. Good for shopping, architecture, and understanding the modern city center.
Fresh anchovies from the Amalfi-Salerno coast, often marinated or fried. They are a staple of local seafood cooking and prized for their intense, clean flavor.
Handmade pasta from nearby Minori served with a slow-cooked beef and tomato ragù. It is a classic Sunday and festive dish in the Salerno area.
Thick spaghetti with clams, garlic, olive oil, and parsley. A beloved coastal Campanian dish, especially good in Salerno for its very fresh shellfish.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining focused on refined Campanian seafood and seasonal tasting menus in a polished setting near the waterfront.
Popular pizzeria and casual restaurant known for quality Neapolitan-style pizza, local ingredients, and a lively, reliable atmosphere.
Historic, well-known seafood restaurant in the old town, appreciated for classic local fish dishes and a traditional Salerno atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: lodging rises in peak season, but pizza, cafes, and local transit stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service may be included via coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Taxis are usually rounded up; small change at cafes is optional.
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Most Paestum to Salerno trains use the Paestum to Salerno station pair, with some services arriving at Duomo - Via Vernieri. Use this guide to compare Paestum and Salerno train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paestum is 1 km from Paestum city centre. Public transport options include:
Paestum has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Barlotti, Ristorante Nettuno
Ticket office support is available at Paestum.
Available at Paestum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paestum: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paestum.
Nearby hotels include Mec Paestum Hotel, Hotel Esplanade, Hotel Cerere.
Salerno has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Cicirinella, La Botte Pazza, Puro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salerno. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salerno. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salerno: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salerno: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salerno: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza, Grand Hotel Salerno, Hotel Montestella, Hotel Montestella.
Duomo - Via Vernieri has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Ristorante Cicirinella, Osteria dei Sapori
Ticket office support is available at Duomo - Via Vernieri.
Available at Duomo - Via Vernieri: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duomo - Via Vernieri: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duomo - Via Vernieri: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza, Hotel Montestella, Grand Hotel Salerno, Hotel Montestella.
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