- Must visit
Museo Storico e il Parco del Castello di Miramare
Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 08
$46
Average ticket price on Sep 08
$65
Fastest journey on Sep 08
7 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
8 h 21 m
Buses on Sep 08
13
Distance
451 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Trieste will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 13 buses from Budapest to Trieste, including 7 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct buses cover the 451 km distance in an average of 8 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest buses will take 9 h 10 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $64 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $64, while a flight costs an average of $514.
Distance: 280 miles (451 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$64 Average price Cheapest | $514 Average price | $155 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 30m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Trieste:
A train is $42 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Budapest to Trieste costing on average $64.
A train is $493 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Trieste costing on average $514.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 0m.
Train takes on average 9h 43m.
Tickets start at around $64 compared to roughly $155 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $91. The journey takes 9h 0m versus 5h 38m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:34AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 14h36 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Trieste buses for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 10h45 | 2:35 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 12h25 | 5:35 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h35 | 2:35 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 10h10 | 9:10 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 10h35 | 11:30 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:34 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 14h36 | 4:10 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 11h10 | 6:45 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 10h30 | 6:45 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:25 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h10 | 5:35 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h50 | 5:35 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 10h05 | 10:00 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 9h30 | 10:00 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 9h10 | 10:05 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h00 | 10:00 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Budapest to Trieste run on average 10 times per day, taking around 9h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 but you can travel from only $11 by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 280 miles (451 km) distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 280 miles (451 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Trieste — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Trieste trip today.
Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
Main civic art museum with Italian paintings, sculpture, fashion, and design. A strong overview of Trieste’s artistic and cultural development.
Museum in San Giusto Castle presenting archaeology, weapons, and civic collections. It pairs well with the hilltop setting and city panoramas.
Trieste’s canal district with waterside buildings, churches, and cafés nearby. It is among the city’s most photogenic and walkable central areas.
Seafront promenade stretching along Barcola, popular for sunset walks, swimming spots, and open gulf views. It is a beloved everyday Trieste experience.
Popular urban beach and waterfront district north of the center. Visitors come for sea access, relaxed walks, and classic Adriatic scenery.
A hearty bean and sauerkraut soup with pork, shaped by Trieste's Austro-Hungarian heritage. It is one of the city's most iconic cold-weather dishes.
Boiled pork platter, often with cotechino, tongue and sauerkraut. A classic Trieste meal linked to Central European culinary traditions.
Breaded and fried anchovies, usually served crisp as a popular Adriatic seafood dish in local trattorias and osmize.
Refined seafood restaurant with a long reputation for elegant Adriatic dishes and polished service near central Trieste.
Well-known seafood restaurant serving fresh fish and Adriatic specialties in a warm, established local atmosphere.
Classic Trieste café famous for coffee, pastries and literary history. Ideal for local coffee culture and traditional sweets.
Moderate for Italy: hotels can rise in peak season, but dining and local buses are reasonable versus Venice or Milan.
Service is often included. Rounding up or leaving €1-2 at cafés is enough; 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated, not expected. Taxis are usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Trieste by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Trieste buses use the Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Trieste, Autostazione station pair. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Trieste bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar is 5 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Népliget (in the station), Gulyás Tér (0.5 km), Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
Available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Elevators, ramps.
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station), Bistro Budapest (0.5 km), Café Central (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
Available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Elevators, ramps.
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