How to get from Salzburg to Venice

How to Get

Jul 15

About traveling from Salzburg to Venice

Both Salzburg and Venice are two must-see cities in Central Europe. In Salzburg, you’ll find medieval and baroque architecture nestled beneath stunning views of the Austrian Alps. Stroll along magnificent canal’s and enjoy impressive mosaics on Italy’s city in the sea, Venice. There is much to see traveling from Salzburg to Venice, such as the picturesque Hallein, the former Nazi base at the Eagle’s Nest in Berchtesgaden, impressive Hohenwerfen Fortress, the Werfen Ice Caves, the charming city Udine, and the outlets at Palmanova. However, the only way to experience these sites is to book a private car transfer with Daytrip!

How to get from Salzburg to Venice

If you’re travelling from Salzburg to Venice, you have a few travel options. For travellers on a budget, the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Salzburg to Venice although it's certainly the slowest. There are no direct flights from Salzburg to Venice. The fastest way to travel from Salzburg to Venice is by train or car, though a car is of course the best way to travel from Salzburg to Venice since it’s so convenient.

Salzburg to Venice by train

Trains leave from Salzburg Hbf and arrive at Venice Mestre or Venice Santa Lucia. You can buy tickets at the station, although if you wish to secure a seat it’s recommended to buy in advance online.The first train departs early morning at 8:12AM, with the last departing around 2:12PM. The train from Salzburg to Venice is operated by OBB Railjet with train tickets from Salzburg to Venice costing €50 on average for the 6 hour trip. There are no direct trains. All trains require at least 1 transfer.Trains have bathrooms on board and food car.

Salzburg to Venice by bus

To travel from Salzburg to Venice by bus, you’ll first need to get to Salzburg Hbf. You’ll need to buy your tickets or purchase them in advance online to Venice Central Station. The earliest bus is at 5:00 AM, and the last bus is at 9:00PM. Buses from Salzburg to Venice are run mostly by Flixbus, with bus tickets from Salzburg to Venice costing about €26-49 for the on average 9 hour trip making this the slowest option. The distance from Salzburg to Venice is about 447 kilometers and requires at least 1 change.

Salzburg to Venice Flight

No direct flights.

Salzburg to Venice Private Car Transfer

For speed and convenience, a private car transfer with Daytrip is the best way to travel from Salzburg to Venice. You will be picked up at your accommodation, and the driver will take care of your luggage. You’ll then be able to enjoy door-to-door service to your accommodation in Venice, and can even add sightseeing stops on the way!