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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Trieste will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
To travel from Salzburg to Trieste you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Salzburg to Trieste run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:04. The fastest train covers the 246 km distance in 4h 36m.
Distance 246 km |
Average train duration 7h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 22:04 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Salzburg to Trieste.
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Trieste trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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RJ 659+ D 1821 | 6:07 Salzburg Hbf | 7h59 | 14:06 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
RJ 659+ RJX 137 | 6:07 Salzburg Hbf | 7h24 | 13:31 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
RJ 13478 · RJ 1281+ FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 6:56 Salzburg Hbf | 14h31 | 21:27 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
RJ 13478 · RJ 1281+ FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 6:56 Salzburg Hbf | 12h31 | 19:27 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
RJ 13478 · RJ 1281+ FRECCIAROSSA 9759 | 6:56 Salzburg Hbf | 16h49 | 23:45 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
IC 899+ RJX 137 | 7:07 Salzburg Hbf | 6h24 | 13:31 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
IC 899+ D 1821 | 7:07 Salzburg Hbf | 6h59 | 14:06 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
RJ 551+ RJX 137 | 8:07 Salzburg Hbf | 5h24 | 13:31 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
RJX19960+ RJ 83+ FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 8:56 Salzburg Hbf | 12h31 | 21:27 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
RJX19960+ RJ 83+ FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 8:56 Salzburg Hbf | 10h31 | 19:27 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
RJX19960+ RJ 83+ FRECCIAROSSA 9759 | 8:56 Salzburg Hbf | 14h49 | 23:45 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
IC 791+ D 1823 | 9:07 Salzburg Hbf | 13h32 | 22:39 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
RJ 113+ D 1823 | 10:07 Salzburg Hbf | 12h32 | 22:39 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
RJX19962+ RJ 85+ FRECCIAROSSA 9759 | 10:56 Salzburg Hbf | 12h49 | 23:45 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
RJX19962+ RJ 85+ FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 10:56 Salzburg Hbf | 10h31 | 21:27 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
RJX19962+ RJ 85+ Regionale Veloce 3507 · Regionale Veloce 3581 | 10:56 Salzburg Hbf | 9h48 | 20:44 Trieste Centrale | 3 changes | |
RJX13470+ RJ 87+ FRECCIAROSSA 9759 | 12:56 Salzburg Hbf | 10h49 | 23:45 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
RJX13470+ RJ 87+ Regionale Veloce 3523 · Regionale Veloce 3861 | 12:56 Salzburg Hbf | 9h59 | 22:55 Trieste Centrale | 3 changes | |
RJX13470+ RJ 87+ Regionale 17247 · Regionale Veloce 3447 | 12:56 Salzburg Hbf | 11h48 | 0:44 Trieste Centrale | 3 changes | |
IC 799+ D 1823 | 17:07 Salzburg Hbf | 5h32 | 22:39 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
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A major modern and contemporary art museum in a former warehouse, known for Italian and regional collections and seafront setting.
A literary museum dedicated to James Joyce’s years in Trieste, with manuscripts, photographs and material on his local connections.
An imposing former Habsburg residence displaying period interiors, decorative arts and the refined atmosphere of historic Trieste.
Trieste’s grand main square faces the Adriatic and is ideal for architecture, evening light and a first walk through the city centre.
A lively canal lined with historic façades, bridges and boats, perfect for a relaxed walk and classic views of the city.
This hilltop quarter around the cathedral and castle offers Roman remains, quiet lanes and one of Trieste’s best panoramas.
Hearty bean and sauerkraut soup with pork, rooted in Trieste’s Austro-Hungarian and Slavic heritage and commonly eaten in traditional trattorias.
Breaded and fried veal cutlet, a local staple showing Viennese influence in Triestine cooking and usually served with potatoes or salad.
Pork loin baked in a bread crust with ham, a festive Trieste speciality linked to the city’s Central European culinary traditions.
Elegant historic café famed for Triestine coffee, pastries and light meals in a refined literary atmosphere.
Refined seafood restaurant with a longstanding reputation, focused on Adriatic fish in a polished setting near the waterfront.
Historic buffet known for boiled meats, porzina and jota in a lively, old-fashioned Trieste setting.
Moderate for Italy: meals and hotels are usually cheaper than Venice or Milan, while local buses and coffee stay fairly affordable.
Service is often included or modest. Round up in cafés and taxis, and leave €1-2 or about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Trieste 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 Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salzburg to Trieste trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Trieste Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Trieste 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.
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.
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