- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Cheapest price on 15 Oct
£66
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£99
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
10 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
11 h
Trains on 15 Oct
20
Distance
658 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Rome will cost around £99 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
On Thu 15 Oct, we found 20 trains from Salzburg to Rome, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 658 km distance in an average of 11 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 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.
RJX13470+
RJ 87+
Regionale Veloce 3847+
InterCityNotte 35730
RJ 13478 · RJ 81+
FRECCIAROSSA 8529
RJX19960+
RJ 83+
FRECCIAROSSA 8529
RJX19962+
RJ 85+
FRECCIAROSSA 8529
RJ 13478 · RJ 81+
FRECCIAROSSA 8527
RJX19962+
RJ 85+
FRECCIAROSSA 8527
RJ 113+
RJX 133+
8925
RJX19962+
RJ 85+
FRECCIAROSSA 8529 · FRECCIAROSSA 9661
RJ 13478 · RJ 81+
FRECCIAROSSA 8519
RJX19960+
RJ 83+
FRECCIAROSSA 8525Trains from Salzburg to Rome run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 658 km distance in 7h 23m.
Distance 658 km |
Average train duration 9h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 23m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 22:07 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 56 days |
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Rome trains for today, Wednesday 14 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 13478 · RJ 81+ FRECCIAROSSA 8527 | 6:56 Salzburg Hbf | 14h19 | 21:15 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
RJ 13478 · RJ 81+ FRECCIAROSSA 8519 | 6:56 Salzburg Hbf | 11h14 | 18:10 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
RJ 13478 · RJ 81+ FRECCIAROSSA 8525 | 6:56 Salzburg Hbf | 13h15 | 20:11 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
RJX19960+ RJ 83+ FRECCIAROSSA 8527 | 8:56 Salzburg Hbf | 12h19 | 21:15 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
RJX19960+ RJ 83+ FRECCIAROSSA 8529 | 8:56 Salzburg Hbf | 13h19 | 22:15 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
RJX19960+ RJ 83+ FRECCIAROSSA 8525 | 8:56 Salzburg Hbf | 11h15 | 20:11 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
RJ 113+ RJX 133+ 8927 | 10:07 Salzburg Hbf | 12h03 | 22:10 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
RJ 113+ RJX 133+ 8925 | 10:07 Salzburg Hbf | 10h58 | 21:05 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
RJ 113+ RJX 133+ 8923 | 10:07 Salzburg Hbf | 9h58 | 20:05 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
RJX19962+ RJ 85+ FRECCIAROSSA 8529 | 10:56 Salzburg Hbf | 11h19 | 22:15 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
RJX19962+ RJ 85+ FRECCIAROSSA 8527 | 10:56 Salzburg Hbf | 10h19 | 21:15 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
RJX19962+ RJ 85+ Regionale Veloce 3847+ InterCityNotte 35730 | 10:56 Salzburg Hbf | 19h39 | 6:35 Rome Termini | 3 changes | |
RJX13470+ RJ 87+ Regionale Veloce 3847+ InterCityNotte 35730 | 12:56 Salzburg Hbf | 17h39 | 6:35 Rome Termini | 3 changes | |
NJ 295 | 22:02 Salzburg Hbf | 12h03 | 10:05 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 15 October | |||||
NJ 237+ 8913 | 2:14 Salzburg Hbf | 14h51 | 17:05 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
NJ 237+ 8911 | 2:14 Salzburg Hbf | 12h56 | 15:10 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
NJ 237+ 8929 | 2:14 Salzburg Hbf | 13h51 | 16:05 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
RJ 81+ 8927+ EN 414 | 3:55 Salzburg Hbf | 18h15 | 22:10 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
RJ 81+ 8925+ EN 414 | 3:55 Salzburg Hbf | 17h10 | 21:05 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
RJ 81+ 8923+ EN 414 | 3:55 Salzburg Hbf | 16h10 | 20:05 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
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World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Superb Capitoline collections on Michelangelo's square, showcasing ancient sculpture, bronzes, and Rome's civic history.
Outstanding gallery in a villa setting, celebrated for Bernini sculptures and masterpieces by Caravaggio and Raphael.
Baroque square with fountains and lively street life, ideal for people-watching and a classic Rome atmosphere.
Famous staircase linking Piazza di Spagna to Trinità dei Monti, beloved for city scenes and elegant surroundings.
Bohemian quarter of lanes, piazzas, and nightlife, popular for evening strolls, local character, and riverside charm.
Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano and black pepper. A city icon prized for its rich sauce and no cream tradition.
Pasta in a sharp, savoury sauce of guanciale, tomato and Pecorino Romano. A classic Roman favourite with roots in local trattoria cooking.
Simple Roman pasta made with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. It shows the city’s love of bold flavour from few ingredients.
Michelin-starred restaurant by the Colosseum serving refined Roman cuisine in an elegant setting. Best for a fine-dining splurge.
Historic Trastevere trattoria known for classic Roman pasta and warm old-school rooms. A dependable choice for traditional local dishes.
Long-running Testaccio restaurant specialising in Roman quinto quarto and pasta. Informal, authentic and popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for a major Western European capital. Hotels in central areas are pricey, but dining and public transport are often cheaper than in Paris or London.
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Roma Termini -> Piazza Venezia, Rome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salzburg to Rome trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Roma Termini station pair, with some services arriving at Roma Tiburtina. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Rome train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Roma Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
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