- 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 Oct 29
€14
Average ticket price on Oct 29
€33
Fastest journey on Oct 29
5 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
6 h 23 m
Buses on Oct 29
11
Distance
289 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Trieste will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Thu, Oct 29, we found 11 buses from Florence to Trieste, including 4 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 29 the direct buses cover the 289 km distance in an average of 6 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
On Thu, Oct 29 the slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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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Buses from Florence to Trieste run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 179 miles (289 km) distance in 4h 40m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Florence to Trieste.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Trieste buses for tomorrow, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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054 · 064 | 2:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 6h15 | 8:30 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:55 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 7h20 | 12:15 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 6h55 | 12:15 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 7h50 | 2:50 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 7h55 | 7:10 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 6h55 | 7:10 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
2790 | 1:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 6h15 | 7:35 PM Trieste, Central Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 5h45 | 9:35 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Florence to Trieste with FlixBus, Itabus, and Marino Autolinee. Overnight buses available on this route with FlixBus. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence 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 Florence to Trieste buses use the Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) to Trieste, Autostazione station pair, with some services arriving at Trieste, Centrale. Use this guide to compare Florence and Trieste bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze).
Available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Elevators, ramps.
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo.
Available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Elevators, ramps.
Trieste, Centrale is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste, Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There is a small cafe inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi is available in the waiting area. ATMs are an ATM is located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Trieste, Centrale.
Available at Trieste, Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste, Centrale: Wheelchair access is available throughout the station.
Trieste, Piazza Oberdan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Trieste, Piazza Oberdan. ATMs are available at Trieste, Piazza Oberdan.
Ticket office support is available at Trieste, Piazza Oberdan.
Available at Trieste, Piazza Oberdan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste, Piazza Oberdan.