The cheapest and fastest trains from Trieste to Salzburg
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
5 h 31 m
Average duration
8 h 52 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trieste to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trieste to Salzburg will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 3 trains that leave Trieste for Salzburg on Fri, May 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 246 km distance in an average of 8 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 31 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 14 h 58 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.
1:22 PM5h31Trieste6:53 PMSalzburg$271One-way0 transfers
2:45 PM6h08Trieste8:53 PMSalzburg$751One-way0 transfers
7:55 PM14h58Trieste10:53 AMSalzburg$811One-way0 transfers
1:22 PM5h31Trieste6:53 PMSalzburg$271One-way0 transfers
2:45 PM6h08Trieste8:53 PMSalzburg$751One-way0 transfers
7:55 PM14h58Trieste10:53 AMSalzburg$811One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Trieste to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 152 miles (246 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$74 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $126 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Trieste to Salzburg:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trieste to Salzburg costing on average $74 (€59).
Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 7m.
Tickets start at around $74 (€59) compared to roughly $126 (€100) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $52 (€41). The journey takes 6h 7m versus 4h 2m 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
Trieste to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Trieste to Salzburg trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3460 · Regionale Veloce 3632+ EC 80+ RE5 | 8:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 15h29 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3460 · Regionale Veloce 3632+ RJ 84+ RJX 661 | 8:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 10h46 | 7:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3414 · Regionale Veloce 3488+ EC 80+ RE5 | 9:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 14h29 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3414 · Regionale Veloce 3488+ RJ 84+ RJX 661 | 9:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 9h46 | 7:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9726+ RJ 84+ RJX 661 | 9:39 AM Trieste Centrale | 9h23 | 7:02 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9726+ EC 80+ RE5 | 9:39 AM Trieste Centrale | 14h06 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale Veloce 3492+ RJ 89+ NJ 294 | 10:47 AM Trieste Centrale | 20h11 | 6:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 584+ FRECCIAROSSA 9732+ RJ 89+ NJ 294 | 10:47 AM Trieste Centrale | 20h11 | 6:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3882+ FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ RJ 89+ NJ 294 | 10:58 AM Trieste Centrale | 20h00 | 6:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3440 · Regionale Veloce 3496+ EC 80+ RE5 | 12:16 PM Trieste Centrale | 11h29 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3440 · Regionale Veloce 3496+ RJ 89+ NJ 294 | 12:16 PM Trieste Centrale | 18h42 | 6:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3560 · Regionale Veloce 3498+ RJ 89+ NJ 294 | 1:16 PM Trieste Centrale | 17h42 | 6:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3560 · Regionale Veloce 3498+ EC 80+ RE5 | 1:16 PM Trieste Centrale | 10h29 | 11:45 PM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 594+ Regionale Veloce 3498+ RJ 89+ NJ 294 | 1:27 PM Trieste Centrale | 17h31 | 6:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3442 · Regionale 16026+ RJ 89+ NJ 294 | 2:16 PM Trieste Centrale | 16h42 | 6:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 132+ RJ 110 | 2:22 PM Trieste Centrale | 5h31 | 7:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3406 · Regionale Veloce 3504+ RJ 89+ NJ 294 | 3:16 PM Trieste Centrale | 15h42 | 6:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3406+ FRECCIAROSSA 9750+ RJ 89+ NJ 294 | 3:16 PM Trieste Centrale | 15h42 | 6:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3426 · Regionale Veloce 3506+ RJ 89+ NJ 294 | 4:16 PM Trieste Centrale | 14h42 | 6:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3426+ FRECCIAROSSA 9754+ RJ 89+ NJ 294 | 4:16 PM Trieste Centrale | 14h42 | 6:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9758+ RJ 89+ NJ 294 | 5:02 PM Trieste Centrale | 13h56 | 6:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3564 · Regionale Veloce 3508+ RJ 89+ NJ 294 | 5:08 PM Trieste Centrale | 13h50 | 6:58 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Trieste to Salzburg
Trains from Trieste to Salzburg run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (246 km) distance in 5h 16m.
Distance 152 miles (246 km) |
Average train duration 6h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 5h 16m |
First train 12:21 AM |
Last train 11:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | ICE from Trieste to Salzburg trainsÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | ICE trains will get you between Trieste and Salzburg from $24 (€19). 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 Trieste to Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trieste 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 Trieste to Salzburg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Piazza della Libertà.
- Buffet da Pepi
- Trattoria Nerodiseppia
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste
- Hotel Continentale
- NH Trieste
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Italy, Slovenia, and Austria
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 2
- Taxi services available
- 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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