- Must visit
Mozarts Geburtshaus
Mozart’s birthplace presents family rooms, period objects and musical history. It is the essential museum for visitors interested in Salzburg’s most famous resident.
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
6 h 47 m
Average duration
7 h 22 m
Trains per day
97
Distance
268 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Salzburg will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Of the 97 trains that leave Venice for Salzburg 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 268 km distance in an average of 7 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 44 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.
IC 170 · IC 896+
BusSV670
IC 164+
BusSV670+
EC 114
NJ 40236
Regionale 3506+
NJ 40236
NJ 236
IC 170 · IC 896+
BusSV670
RJ 84 · RJX 19961
RJ 84+
RJX19961
IC 164+
BusSV670+
EC 114
FRECCIAROSSA 9708+
RJ 88+
RJX13477Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. 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 coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £136.
Distance: 268 km
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£63 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £262 Average Price |
6h 55m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Salzburg trains for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 17250+ RJ 86+ RJX13479 | 8:04 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h58 | 17:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3420+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 8:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 10h52 | 19:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3420+ RJ 86+ RJX13479 | 8:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h52 | 17:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9716+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 8:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 15h27 | 23:45 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9716+ RJ 86+ RJX13479 | 8:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h44 | 17:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9716+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 8:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 10h44 | 19:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 164+ BusSV670+ EC 114 | 8:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h27 | 15:53 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale 3967+ FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 8:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 10h22 | 19:02 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Regionale 3967+ FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ RJ 86+ RJX13479 | 8:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h22 | 17:02 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Regionale 3967+ FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 8:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 15h05 | 23:45 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3428+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 9:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 14h35 | 23:45 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3428+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 9:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 9h52 | 19:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3428+ RJ 86+ RJX13479 | 9:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h52 | 17:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17262+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 10:04 Venice Santa Lucia | 13h41 | 23:45 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17262+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 10:04 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h58 | 19:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale 17262+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 10:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h52 | 19:02 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9724+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 10:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 12h57 | 23:45 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9724+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 10:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h14 | 19:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3488+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 11:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 12h35 | 23:45 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3488+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 11:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h52 | 19:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3488+ NJ 236 | 11:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 15h45 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 84 · RJX 19961 | On time 11:35 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h27 | 19:02 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 84+ RJX19961 | On time 11:35 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h27 | 19:02 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 84+ 79223 | On time 11:35 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h46 | 20:21 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 11:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 11h57 | 23:45 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ NJ 236 | 11:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 15h07 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9732+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 12:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 10h57 | 23:45 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9732+ NJ 236 | 12:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 14h07 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
Regionale 17266+ NJ 236 | 13:04 Venice Santa Lucia | 13h51 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3492+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 13:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 10h35 | 23:45 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3492+ NJ 236 | 13:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 13h45 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 13:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 9h57 | 23:45 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ NJ 236 | 13:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 13h07 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3496+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 14:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 9h35 | 23:45 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3496+ NJ 236 | 14:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 12h45 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9740+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 14:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h57 | 23:45 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9740+ NJ 236 | 14:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 12h07 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
Regionale 17204+ NJ 236 | 15:04 Venice Santa Lucia | 11h51 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3498+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 15:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h35 | 23:45 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3498+ NJ 236 | 15:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 11h45 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744+ NJ 236 | 15:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 11h07 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 170+ BusSV670+ IC 896 | 16:06 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h47 | 22:53 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3502+ NJ 236 | 16:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 10h45 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9748+ NJ 236 | 16:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 10h07 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
Regionale 17216+ NJ 236 | 17:04 Venice Santa Lucia | 9h51 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3504+ NJ 236 | 17:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 9h45 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9750+ NJ 236 | 17:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 9h37 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9752+ NJ 236 | 17:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 9h07 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3506+ NJ 236 | 18:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h45 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9754+ NJ 236 | 18:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h37 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3524+ NJ 236 | 18:22 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h33 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
NJ 236 | 18:35 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h20 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3987+ FRECCIAROSSA 9758+ NJ 236 | 18:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h15 | 2:55 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| Monday 24 August | |||||
Regionale 17176+ RJ 88+ RJX13477 | 5:04 Venice Santa Lucia | 9h58 | 15:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17176+ RJ 86+ RJX13479 | 5:04 Venice Santa Lucia | 11h58 | 17:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17176+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 5:04 Venice Santa Lucia | 13h58 | 19:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9700+ RJ 88+ RJX13477 | 5:39 Venice Santa Lucia | 9h23 | 15:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9700+ RJ 86+ RJX13479 | 5:39 Venice Santa Lucia | 11h23 | 17:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9700+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 5:39 Venice Santa Lucia | 13h23 | 19:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17162+ RJ 88+ RJX13477 | 6:04 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h58 | 15:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3478+ RJ 88+ RJX13477 | 6:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h52 | 15:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3478+ RJ 86+ RJX13479 | 6:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 10h52 | 17:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9702+ RJ 88+ RJX13477 | 6:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h44 | 15:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9702+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 6:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 12h44 | 19:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9702+ RJ 86+ RJX13479 | 6:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 10h44 | 17:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17164+ RJ 86+ RJX13479 | 6:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 10h28 | 17:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17164+ RJ 88+ RJX13477 | 6:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h28 | 15:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17164+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 6:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 12h28 | 19:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9706+ RJ 88+ RJX13477 | 6:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h14 | 15:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9706+ RJ 86+ RJX13479 | 6:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 10h14 | 17:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9706+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 6:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 12h14 | 19:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17166+ RJ 86+ RJX13479 | 7:04 Venice Santa Lucia | 9h58 | 17:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3452+ RJ 86+ RJX13479 | 7:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 9h52 | 17:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3452+ RJ 88+ RJX13477 | 7:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h52 | 15:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9708+ RJ 86+ RJX13479 | 7:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 9h44 | 17:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9708+ RJ 88+ RJX13477 | 7:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h44 | 15:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9708+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 7:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 11h44 | 19:02 Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Regionale 3965+ FRECCIAROSSA 9713+ RJ 84+ RJX19961 | 7:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 11h22 | 19:02 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Regionale 3965+ FRECCIAROSSA 9713+ RJ 80+ RE5 | 7:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 16h05 | 23:45 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Regionale 3965+ FRECCIAROSSA 9713+ RJ 86+ RJX13479 | 7:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 9h22 | 17:02 Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Venice to Salzburg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 268 km distance in 5h 18m.
Distance 268 km |
Average train duration 6h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 18m |
First train 0:13 |
Last train 22:07 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Salzburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Salzburg trip today.
Mozart’s birthplace presents family rooms, period objects and musical history. It is the essential museum for visitors interested in Salzburg’s most famous resident.
Mozart’s later residence displays original documents, instruments and domestic interiors. It gives a fuller picture of his life in the city beyond the old town crowds.
A modern art museum on Mönchsberg with changing exhibitions and a terrace overlooking Salzburg. It suits travellers seeking contemporary culture and views together.
Salzburg’s best-known shopping street is lined with historic façades, wrought-iron signs and landmark buildings. It is ideal for a first walk through the old centre.
These formal gardens feature geometric flower beds, statues and views towards the fortress. They are a pleasant open-air stop close to Mirabell Palace.
A spacious Baroque square beside the cathedral, framed by major historic buildings. It works well for orientation, photos and joining key old town routes.
Nockerl baked into a sweet soufflé-like dessert, dusted with sugar to resemble Salzburg’s hills. It is the city’s signature pudding.
A soft pretzel ring from Salzburg, usually topped with salt and caraway. It is a long-standing local bakery speciality often eaten as a snack.
Marinated beef with onions and spices, traditionally served cold with bread. It reflects Salzburg tavern cooking and Alpine preserving methods.
Refined Austrian dining with seasonal produce and polished service in a smart but approachable setting on the Mönchsberg side.
Historic beer hall serving Augustiner beer from wooden barrels with simple Austrian food in a lively communal setting.
Popular inn near the fortress serving hearty Austrian dishes, dumplings and beer in a rustic, relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for Austria: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and many casual meals and cafés remain manageable for tourists.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants add about 5-10% for good service; round up in cafés and taxis.
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Salzburg Hbf -> Mozartsteg, Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice 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.

Most Venice to Salzburg trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Salzburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Use this guide to compare Venice and Salzburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venezia Santa Lucia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
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.
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) 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, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Salzburg Taxham Europark is 3 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Taxham Europark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
ATMs are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Taxham Europark: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Taxham Europark.
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