The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Rijeka
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
7 h 59 m
Average duration
13 h 10 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Rijeka is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Rijeka will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 5 trains that leave Salzburg for Rijeka every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 292 km distance in an average of 13 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Salzburg to Rijeka
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Rijeka among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £175.
Distance: 292 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£66 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £218 Average Price |
8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration Fastest 5h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Rijeka train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Rijeka trains for tomorrow, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:16 Salzburg | 11h55 | 16:11 Rijeka | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:12 Salzburg | 7h59 | 16:11 Rijeka | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:08 Salzburg | 15h58 | 07:06 Rijeka | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:12 Salzburg | 15h51 | 08:03 Rijeka | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:12 Salzburg | 14h09 | 09:21 Rijeka | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Salzburg to Rijeka by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Rijeka
Trains from Salzburg to Rijeka run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:46, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 292 km distance in 7h 59m.
Distance 292 km |
Average train duration 8h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 7h 59m |
First train 01:46 |
Last train 22:07 |
Train companies: ÖBB, EuroNight, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet from Salzburg to Rijeka trainsÖBB, EuroNight, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Salzburg and Rijeka from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Railjet
EuroNight
FAQs: Salzburg to Rijeka train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Rijeka 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 Rijeka, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Rijeka
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Access via Krešimirova Street.
- Restaurant Conca d'Oro
- Konoba Fiume
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- HRK 3
- Hotel Bonavia Plava Laguna
- Hotel Continental
- Hotel Neboder
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Slovenia, Italy, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Local buses connect to various parts of the city.
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