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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, while a flight costs an average of £359.
Distance: 246 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price | £359 Average Price | £78 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 53m Average total duration 7h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Salzburg to Trieste:
A train is £12 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Salzburg to Trieste costing on average £35.
A train is £336 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg to Trieste costing on average £359.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 58m.
Train takes on average 7h 53m.
Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £78 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £55. The journey takes 7h 23m versus 3h 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Trieste from Salzburg by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Salzburg to Trieste is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by ferry from Trieste are Piran, Venice, Udine, Rovinj and Gorizia. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Trieste on Omio.
Piran is a compact Adriatic town known for Venetian Gothic architecture, narrow lanes and Tartini Square. Set on a small peninsula, it mixes maritime history with a calm seaside atmosphere.
Venice is a lagoon city known for its canals, Gothic palaces and the legacy of the Venetian Republic. Around St Mark’s Square and beyond, it feels theatrical yet intimate, with narrow calli, quiet campi and water at every turn.
Udine is a relaxed Friulian city known for Venetian-style squares, a hilltop castle and a strong food and wine culture. Its compact historic centre feels elegant and lived-in, with arcades, cafés and a distinctly north-eastern Italian character.
Rovinj is an Adriatic town on the Istrian coast, known for its pastel old town and fishing heritage. Its narrow stone lanes climb to the Church of St Euphemia, while the harbour and nearby coves give the place a relaxed feel.
Gorizia is a border city in Friuli Venezia Giulia known for its Habsburg character and Castello di Gorizia. Italian and Slovene influences meet here, giving its squares and old streets a calm, layered atmosphere.
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This is compared to other travel options from Salzburg to Trieste:
A train is £12 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Salzburg to Trieste costing on average £35.
A train is £336 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg to Trieste costing on average £359.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 58m.
Train takes on average 7h 53m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Salzburg and Trieste as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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