The cheapest and fastest trains from Catanzaro to Salerno
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
5 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Catanzaro to Salerno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catanzaro to Salerno will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 2 trains that leave Catanzaro for Salerno every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 251 km distance in an average of 5 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 15 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Catanzaro to Salerno
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Catanzaro to Salerno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 251 km
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3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Catanzaro to Salerno train times
The table below shows live departures for Catanzaro to Salerno trains for today, Monday 24 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:43 Catanzaro | 8h15 | 13:58 Salerno | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Catanzaro to Salerno
Trains from Catanzaro to Salerno run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:49 |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte, Regionale, Italo, Frecciargento from Catanzaro to Salerno trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte, Regionale, Italo, Frecciargento trains will get you between Catanzaro and Salerno from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Catanzaro to Salerno train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catanzaro 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Catanzaro and Salerno
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- New Albatros
- Ristorante Lido degli Scogli
- The Big PIZZA
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Palace
- Grand Hotel Paradiso
- PM Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to local and regional destinations
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Taxi services are accessible outside the station.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Vittorio Veneto.
- Ristorante Cicirinella
- La Botte Pazza
- Puro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Plaza
- Grand Hotel Salerno
- Hotel Montestella
- Hotel Montestella
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Naples, Rome, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Line 1
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Parking is available nearby, but specific details are not provided.
- Ristorante Cicirinella
- Osteria dei Sapori
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Plaza
- Hotel Montestella
- Grand Hotel Salerno
- Hotel Montestella
- The station is a small regional hub with basic facilities and two platforms.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Belle Epoque Pub
- Pizzeria La Smorfia
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Polo Nautico
- Mediterranea Hotel & Convention Center
- Hotel Novotel Salerno Est Arechi
- Free
- Bus: Several local lines available
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