The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome Termini to Salzburg
Cheapest price
$191
Average price
$194
Fastest journey
17 h 13 m
Average duration
17 h 43 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
657 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome Termini 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 Termini to Salzburg will cost around $194 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $191.
It's difficult to get from Rome Termini to Salzburg without transferring at least once.
6:50 PM17h13Rome Termini12:03 PMSalzburg$1911One-way2 transfers
5:50 PM18h13Rome Termini12:03 PMSalzburg$1971One-way1 transfer
6:50 PM17h13Rome Termini12:03 PMSalzburg$1911One-way2 transfers
5:50 PM18h13Rome Termini12:03 PMSalzburg$1971One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rome Termini to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome Termini to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, and a flight costs an average of $197.
Distance: 408 miles (657 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$97 Average price | $84 Average price Cheapest | $419 Average price | $270 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 5m Average total duration 9h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 14m Average total duration 14h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 13m Average total duration Fastest 7h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rome Termini to Salzburg:
A train is $12 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome Termini to Salzburg costing on average $84 (€67).
A train is $426 (€339) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome Termini to Salzburg costing on average $497 (€396).
Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 55m.
Bus takes on average 14h 44m.
Tickets start at around $72 (€57) compared to roughly $270 (€215) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $198 (€158). The journey takes 9h 55m versus 9h 4m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Rome Termini to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome Termini to Salzburg trains for today, Sunday, May 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:10 PM Rome Termini | 12h48 | 4:58 AM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 PM Rome Termini | 12h48 | 5:58 AM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rome Termini to Salzburg
Trains from Rome Termini to Salzburg run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€63) but you can travel from only $60 (€48) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 16:10, the last at 17:10. The fastest train covers the 408 miles (657 km) distance in 12h 48m.
Distance 408 miles (657 km) |
Average train duration 9h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€63) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 12h 48m |
First train 4:10 PM |
Last train 5:10 PM |
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Train companies: ÖBB | Nightjet, Frecciarossa, Regionale from Rome Termini to Salzburg trainsÖBB | Nightjet, Frecciarossa, Regionale trains will get you between Rome Termini and Salzburg from $46 (€36). 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 Termini to Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome Termini 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 Termini to Salzburg
- 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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