- 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
$14
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$14
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 56 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 56 m
Buses on Sep 18
1
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Opatija to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Opatija to Trieste will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 buses from Opatija to Trieste, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 1 h 56 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.
FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Opatija to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $19, while a bus costs an average of $119.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
Most popular Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$119 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Opatija to Trieste:
A ferry is $100 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Opatija to Trieste costing on average $119.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Ferry takes on average 1h 44m.
Tickets start at around $119 compared to roughly $16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-103.58. The journey takes 1h 44m versus 1h 17m 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:26PM | Duration 1h56 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $103 |
The table below shows live departures for Opatija to Trieste buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:25 PM Opatija, Bus Station | 1h40 | 1:05 AM Trieste, NH Hotel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:25 PM Opatija, Bus Station | 1h40 | 1:05 AM Trieste, Central Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:25 PM Opatija, Bus Station | 1h40 | 1:05 AM Trieste, Piazza Oberdan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Opatija, Bus Station | 1h56 | 12:26 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Opatija to Trieste run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 if you book in advance.
There are 26 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 26 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 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 Opatija 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 Opatija to Trieste buses use the Opatija, Autobusni Kolodvor to Trieste, Autostazione station pair, with some services arriving at Trieste, NH Hotel. Use this guide to compare Opatija and Trieste bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Trieste, NH Hotel is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste, NH Hotel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Trieste, NH Hotel. ATMs are available at Trieste, NH Hotel.
Ticket office support is available at Trieste, NH Hotel.
Available at Trieste, NH Hotel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste, NH Hotel: Bus stop is accessible for people with disabilities.
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.
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