- 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 09
CHF57
Average ticket price on Oct 09
CHF78
Fastest journey on Oct 09
13 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Oct 09
14 h 47 m
Buses on Oct 09
13
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 CHF78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF57.
On Fri, Oct 09, we found 13 buses from Frankfurt am Main to Trieste, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 09 the direct buses cover the 625 km distance in an average of 14 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 15 m .
On Fri, Oct 09 the slowest buses will take 15 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 · FlixBusBuses from Frankfurt am Main to Trieste run on average 13 times per day, taking around 14h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF49 but you can travel from only CHF17 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 388 miles (625 km) distance in 11h 40m.
Distance 388 miles (625 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF49 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 40m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price CHF51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price CHF69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price CHF50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:03PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 19h07 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price CHF52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price CHF55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:03PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 17h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:03PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 18h47 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price CHF50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price CHF59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price CHF68 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Trieste buses for today, Thursday, October 8. 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 | 1:10 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 16h35 | 5:45 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 2:03 PM Frankfurt South station | 19h07 | 9:10 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 2 transfers | |
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 | 5:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 15h55 | 9:10 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 15h00 | 11:30 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 14h15 | 11:30 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 18h05 | 5:10 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 2 transfers | |
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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 · FlixBus | 4:55 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 16h05 | 9:00 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 2 transfers | |
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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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 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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