- Must visit
Galleria d'Arte Moderna Ricci Oddi
Piacenza’s main modern art gallery, best known for its 19th- and 20th-century Italian collection and Gustav Klimt’s celebrated Portrait of a Lady.
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
9 h 16 m
Average duration
9 h 25 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
637 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salerno to Piacenza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salerno to Piacenza will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 3 trains that leave Salerno for Piacenza on Mon, Jun 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 637 km distance in an average of 9 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 16 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 9 h 42 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.






Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Salerno to Piacenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 5m. 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 bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 395 miles (637 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$72 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $84 Average price | $225 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 2m Average total duration 10h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Salerno to Piacenza:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salerno to Piacenza costing on average $72 (€59).
A bus is $49 (€40) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salerno to Piacenza costing on average $84 (€68).
Other travel options to Piacenza take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 50m.
Bus takes on average 10h 32m.
The journey is about 3m faster (6h 50m by train vs 6h 53m by car) and roughly $153 (€125) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($72 (€59) vs $225 (€184)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Intercity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Salerno to Piacenza trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9612+ Regionale Veloce 3908 | 5:38 AM Salerno station | 6h37 | 12:15 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ Intercity 604 | 5:50 AM Salerno station | 7h00 | 12:50 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 | 6:10 AM Salerno station | 7h05 | 1:15 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
9916+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 | 6:20 AM Salerno station | 6h55 | 1:15 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
9916+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 | 6:20 AM Salerno station | 7h28 | 1:48 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
9916+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 | 6:20 AM Salerno station | 7h55 | 2:15 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 510+ FRECCIAROSSA 8506+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 | 6:26 AM Salerno station | 6h49 | 1:15 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 510 · Intercity 588 · Intercity 608 | 6:26 AM Salerno station | 10h16 | 4:42 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 510 · Intercity 588 · Intercity 608 | 6:26 AM Salerno station | 10h16 | 4:42 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 | 7:13 AM Salerno station | 7h02 | 2:15 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
9920+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 | 7:20 AM Salerno station | 7h55 | 3:15 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
9920+ Intercity 606 | 7:20 AM Salerno station | 7h07 | 2:27 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
9920+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 | 7:20 AM Salerno station | 6h55 | 2:15 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524 · FRECCIAROSSA 9624+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 | 7:44 AM Salerno station | 6h28 | 2:12 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524+ Intercity 606 | 7:44 AM Salerno station | 6h43 | 2:27 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5214+ FRECCIAROSSA 9310+ Intercity 606 | 7:50 AM Salerno station | 6h37 | 2:27 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 590 | 8:20 AM Salerno station | 11h45 | 8:05 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 590 | 8:20 AM Salerno station | 11h45 | 8:05 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8910+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2490 | 8:44 AM Salerno station | 7h04 | 3:48 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
8910+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 | 8:44 AM Salerno station | 6h31 | 3:15 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
8910+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 | 8:44 AM Salerno station | 7h31 | 4:15 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 | 9:11 AM Salerno station | 6h04 | 3:15 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 · FRECCIAROSSA 9632+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 9:59 AM Salerno station | 6h13 | 4:12 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus NA17D+ Intercity 700 · Intercity 596 | 11:10 AM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 11h07 | 10:17 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
8134+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 1716 | 11:22 AM Salerno station | 6h53 | 6:15 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
8134+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 1704 | 11:22 AM Salerno station | 7h13 | 6:35 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
8134+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 1702 | 11:22 AM Salerno station | 7h29 | 6:51 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 700 · Intercity 596 | 11:40 AM Salerno station | 10h37 | 10:17 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 700 · Intercity 592+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 1712 | 11:40 AM Salerno station | 10h15 | 9:55 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 700+ FRECCIAROSSA 9640+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 | 11:40 AM Salerno station | 6h32 | 6:12 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 700 · Intercity 592+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 1712 | 11:40 AM Salerno station | 10h15 | 9:55 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 700 · Intercity 596 | 11:40 AM Salerno station | 10h37 | 10:17 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus NA25D+ Intercity 1588 | 1:10 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 10h10 | 11:20 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 22136+ FRECCIAROSSA 9646+ Intercity 590 | 1:11 PM Salerno station | 6h54 | 8:05 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 1588 | 1:37 PM Salerno station | 9h43 | 11:20 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 1588 | 1:37 PM Salerno station | 9h43 | 11:20 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5266+ FRECCIAROSSA 9648+ InterCityNotte 35051 | 2:01 PM Salerno station | 6h34 | 8:35 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 5226+ FRECCIAROSSA 9652+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 1708 | 3:01 PM Salerno station | 6h09 | 9:10 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
9954+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 4:25 PM Salerno station | 6h50 | 11:15 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
9954+ FRECCIAROSSA 9330 | 4:25 PM Salerno station | 7h25 | 11:50 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
9954+ Intercity 1588 | 4:25 PM Salerno station | 6h55 | 11:20 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
BUS LP702+ FRECCIAROSSA 9668 · FRECCIAROSSA 9330 | 5:05 PM Salerno station | 6h45 | 11:50 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus NA53D+ InterCityNotte 798 | 8:10 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 9h52 | 6:02 AM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 798 | 8:36 PM Salerno station | 9h26 | 6:02 AM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 798 | 8:36 PM Salerno station | 9h26 | 6:02 AM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Salerno to Piacenza run on average 48 times per day, taking around 6h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 395 miles (637 km) distance in 5h 46m.
Distance 395 miles (637 km) |
Average train duration 6h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 48 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 46m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Piacenza — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Piacenza trip today.
Piacenza’s main modern art gallery, best known for its 19th- and 20th-century Italian collection and Gustav Klimt’s celebrated Portrait of a Lady.
Large civic museum complex inside a Renaissance palace, with archaeology, carriages, Risorgimento collections, and the famous Etruscan Liver of Piacenza.
Cathedral museum route with historic rooms, sacred art, and access points that help explain the history of Piacenza Cathedral.
Piacenza’s main square and social hub, framed by historic palaces and monuments, ideal for first-time visitors and essential city-center photos.
The historic center offers arcaded streets, elegant palaces, churches, and relaxed walking routes that capture the city’s everyday character.
One of the main shopping and strolling streets in central Piacenza, lined with arcades and useful for exploring the old town on foot.
Small handmade breadcrumbs-and-flour gnocchi served with a rich bean sauce, usually with tomato, onion, and pancetta. It is one of Piacenza’s signature traditional dishes.
Piacenza’s iconic stuffed pasta, pinched into a tail shape and typically filled with ricotta and spinach, then dressed with butter and sage. A classic festive first course.
Small filled pasta served in hot broth, traditionally prepared for holidays and family gatherings. The filling usually includes beef, cheese, and breadcrumbs.
Well-regarded osteria serving Emilian and Piacenza dishes with a warm, traditional atmosphere. A good choice for local pasta, salumi, and seasonal plates.
Long-standing Piacenza restaurant known for traditional local cuisine, including classic pasta and regional specialties, in an elegant and historic setting.
Established restaurant in Piacenza appreciated for refined regional cooking and a comfortable setting suited to a more leisurely meal.
Generally moderate by Italian standards: cafes and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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Piacenza Railway Station, Piacenza -> Piazza Cavalli, Piacenza
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salerno to Piacenza 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 Piacenza, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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