- Must visit
Civico Museo Revoltella
Major modern art museum in a historic palace, with 19th- and 20th-century collections and panoramic terraces.
Cheapest price
$102
Average price
$157
Fastest journey
13 h 10 m
Average duration
13 h 59 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
625 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Trieste will cost around $157 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $102.
Of the 17 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Trieste on Fri, Jul 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct buses cover the 625 km distance in an average of 13 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest buses will take 14 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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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a flight costs an average of $161.
Distance: 388 miles (625 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$78 Average price Cheapest | $382 Average price | $129 Average price | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 22m Average total duration 15h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 43m Average total duration 12h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Trieste:
A bus is $52 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Trieste costing on average $129 (€106).
A bus is $304 (€250) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Trieste costing on average $382 (€314).
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 13m.
Bus takes on average 15h 52m.
Tickets start at around $78 (€64) compared to roughly $86 (€71) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $8 (€7). The journey takes 15h 52m versus 9h 23m 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 19h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 31h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 29h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:03PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 17h47 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:03PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 19h07 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:03PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 17h27 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $217 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:03PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 17h57 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $97 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Trieste buses for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 7:45 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 13h15 | 9:00 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 16h45 | 4:05 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 16h35 | 5:45 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 14h25 | 4:05 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:03 PM Frankfurt South station | 15h47 | 5:50 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 15h35 | 5:50 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 17h10 | 9:10 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 13h10 | 5:50 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 15h55 | 9:10 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 14h55 | 11:30 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 14h15 | 11:30 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 15h55 | 5:10 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 15h30 | 5:10 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 16h40 | 9:00 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:35 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 18h35 | 11:10 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 18h50 | 12:45 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Trieste run on average 9 times per day, taking around 15h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $53 (€44) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 388 miles (625 km) distance in 13h 15m.
Distance 388 miles (625 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€44) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 13h 15m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:15 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.
Major modern art museum in a historic palace, with 19th- and 20th-century collections and panoramic terraces.
Elegant villa museum with period interiors, sculpture, paintings, and decorative arts from a prominent Trieste family.
Large waterfront exhibition hall in a former fish market, hosting temporary art and cultural shows in a striking setting.
Trieste's monumental main square facing the sea, famous for grand Habsburg architecture and lively day-to-night atmosphere.
Long pier stretching into the Adriatic, beloved for open views, sunsets, and classic photos back toward the city.
Scenic coastal park surrounding Miramare Castle, with landscaped paths, rare plants, and beautiful sea views.
A hearty Triestine soup of sauerkraut or sour turnip, beans, potatoes, and usually pork, reflecting the city’s Central European influences.
Traditional Triestine sauerkraut, typically slow-cooked and served as a side with pork dishes, showing the Austro-Hungarian character of local cuisine.
Trieste’s version of goulash, a slow-cooked beef stew seasoned with paprika and often served with polenta or bread.
Established seafood-focused restaurant known for refined Adriatic dishes, quality ingredients, and a warm contemporary atmosphere.
Historic, well-known trattoria serving classic Triestine and game dishes in a traditional setting with old-world character.
Iconic casual Trieste institution famous for boiled meats, pork specialties, and traditional buffet-style local fare.
Generally moderate by Italian standards. Coffee is affordable, while restaurants and hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or modest. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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Trieste Central Bus Station, Trieste -> Trieste Centrale Railway Station, Trieste
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Trieste buses use the Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) to Trieste, Autostazione station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Trieste bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Hausmann's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal, offering various banking services.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36).
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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