- 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 18
€68
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€80
Fastest journey on Sep 18
13 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
14 h 40 m
Buses on Sep 18
9
Distance
593 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Geneva to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Trieste will cost around €80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €68.
It's difficult to get from Geneva to Trieste without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €106 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €106, while a flight costs an average of €609.
Distance: 368 miles (593 km)
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€106 Average price Cheapest | €134 Average price | €609 Average price | €264 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 7m Average total duration 13h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 18m Average total duration 8h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Trieste:
A bus is €28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Trieste costing on average €134.
A bus is €504 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Trieste costing on average €609.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 48m.
Bus takes on average 13h 37m.
Tickets start at around €106 compared to roughly €264 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €159. The journey takes 13h 37m versus 7h 44m 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.
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 04:30AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €70 |
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Trieste buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. 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 | 5:35 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 13h35 | 7:10 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 14h00 | 9:35 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 14h10 | 11:10 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 PM Genève, Aéroport | 16h35 | 7:05 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 15h00 | 7:05 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 17h55 | 12:15 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Genève, Aéroport | 18h00 | 2:00 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 PM Genève, Aéroport | 19h40 | 4:15 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 17h40 | 4:15 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Geneva to Trieste run on average 9 times per day, taking around 13h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €33 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 368 miles (593 km) distance in 11h 30m.
Distance 368 miles (593 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 11h 30m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:40 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 Geneva 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 Geneva to Trieste buses use the Geneve, Place Dorcière to Trieste, Autostazione station pair. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Trieste bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Geneve, Place Dorcière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km), Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Geneve, Place Dorcière.
Available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Elevators, ramps.
Genève, Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève, Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Montreux Jazz Café (in the station), La Cuisine (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the airport terminal, near the bus station entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Aéroport.
Available at Genève, Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Aéroport: Elevators, ramps.
Genève, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Swiss Bakery (in the station), Italian Bistro (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and in the main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Gare Routière.
Available at Genève, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
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