- Must visit
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.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$63
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$98
Fastest journey on Sep 20
7 h 53 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
8 h 18 m
Trains on Sep 20
27
Distance
558 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trieste to Salerno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trieste to Salerno will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
It's difficult to get from Trieste to Salerno without transferring at least once.
InterCityNotte 770+
Intercity 723
InterCityNotte 770+
Intercity 723
InterCityNotte 770+
Intercity 723+
Metropolitano 21320
Regionale Veloce 3556 · Regionale Veloce 3977+
Intercity 597
Regionale Veloce 3556 · Regionale Veloce 3977+
Intercity 597
Regionale Veloce 3570+
FRECCIAROSSA 8419
Intercity 594+
FRECCIAROSSA 9427
Regionale Veloce 3440+
FRECCIAROSSA 9425 · FRECCIAROSSA 9547
FRECCIAROSSA 9466 · FRECCIAROSSA 9583
Regionale Veloce 3460+
FRECCIAROSSA 9413+
Regionale 4297Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Salerno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $92 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $92, while a flight costs an average of $226.
Distance: 346 miles (558 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$101 Average price | $226 Average price | $92 Average price Cheapest | $274 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 59m Average total duration 13h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Trieste to Salerno:
A bus is $9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trieste to Salerno costing on average $101.
A bus is $134 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Trieste to Salerno costing on average $226.
Other travel options to Salerno take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 25m.
Bus takes on average 13h 29m.
Tickets start at around $101 compared to roughly $274 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $173. The journey takes 9h 25m versus 8h 42m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Trieste to Salerno trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3570+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 10:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 7h53 | 6:09 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3570+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Metropolitano 21348 | 10:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 8h24 | 6:40 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3570 · Regionale Veloce 3975+ Intercity 597 | 10:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 14h43 | 12:59 AM Salerno station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3570 · Regionale Veloce 3975+ Intercity 597 | 10:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 14h43 | 12:59 AM Salerno station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3440+ FRECCIAROSSA 9425+ Metropolitano 21349 | 12:16 PM Trieste Centrale | 9h26 | 9:42 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3440+ FRECCIAROSSA 9425 · FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 12:16 PM Trieste Centrale | 8h20 | 8:36 PM Salerno station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 594+ FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 1:27 PM Trieste Centrale | 8h22 | 9:49 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 594+ FRECCIAROSSA 9427+ Metropolitano 21353 | 1:27 PM Trieste Centrale | 9h15 | 10:42 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3442+ FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Metropolitano 21355 | 2:16 PM Trieste Centrale | 9h06 | 11:22 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3442+ FRECCIAROSSA 9431 · FRECCIAROSSA 9653 | 2:16 PM Trieste Centrale | 8h46 | 11:02 PM Salerno station | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723 | 6:47 PM Trieste Centrale | 15h43 | 10:30 AM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723 | 6:47 PM Trieste Centrale | 15h43 | 10:30 AM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723+ Metropolitano 21320 | 6:47 PM Trieste Centrale | 15h53 | 10:40 AM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 770+ FRECCIAROSSA 8333+ Metropolitano 21318 | 6:47 PM Trieste Centrale | 14h53 | 9:40 AM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 770+ FRECCIAROSSA 8333 | 6:47 PM Trieste Centrale | 14h18 | 9:05 AM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3448+ InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723 | 7:16 PM Trieste Centrale | 15h14 | 10:30 AM Salerno station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3448+ InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723 | 7:16 PM Trieste Centrale | 15h14 | 10:30 AM Salerno station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3448+ InterCityNotte 770+ FRECCIAROSSA 8333 | 7:16 PM Trieste Centrale | 13h49 | 9:05 AM Salerno station | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
Regionale Veloce 3432+ FRECCIAROSSA 9405+ Metropolitano 21321 | 5:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 8h56 | 2:12 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9466 · FRECCIAROSSA 9583 | 6:38 AM Trieste Centrale | 8h25 | 3:03 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9466 · FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Metropolitano 21338 | 6:38 AM Trieste Centrale | 9h02 | 3:40 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 584+ FRECCIAROSSA 9527 | 7:21 AM Trieste Centrale | 8h45 | 4:06 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 584 · Intercity 591+ Metropolitano 21354 | 7:21 AM Trieste Centrale | 13h49 | 9:10 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 584 · Intercity 591 | 7:21 AM Trieste Centrale | 13h09 | 8:30 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 584 · Intercity 591 | 7:21 AM Trieste Centrale | 13h09 | 8:30 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
8902 · 8143 | 8:02 AM Trieste Centrale | 12h14 | 8:16 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3460+ FRECCIAROSSA 9413+ Metropolitano 23435 | 8:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 8h57 | 5:13 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3460+ FRECCIAROSSA 9413+ Regionale 4297 | 8:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 8h42 | 4:58 PM Salerno station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Trieste to Salerno run on average 43 times per day, taking around 9h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:29, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 346 miles (558 km) distance in 7h 7m.
Distance 346 miles (558 km) |
Average train duration 9h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 |
Trains per day 43 |
Fastest train 7h 7m |
First train 2:29 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Salerno — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Salerno trip today.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trieste to Salerno 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 Salerno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Trieste to Salerno trains use the Trieste Centrale to Salerno station pair, with some services arriving at Duomo - Via Vernieri. Use this guide to compare Trieste and Salerno train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Trieste Centrale is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste Centrale 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: Buffet da Pepi, Trattoria Nerodiseppia
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Trieste Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Trieste Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste Centrale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste, Hotel Continentale, NH Trieste.
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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