- 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 20
$46
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$58
Fastest journey on Sep 20
8 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
10 h 46 m
Buses on Sep 20
6
Distance
356 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pescara to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pescara to Trieste will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
It's difficult to get from Pescara to Trieste without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pescara to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $59 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $59, while a bus costs an average of $81.
Distance: 221 miles (356 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$81 Average price | $59 Average price Cheapest | $182 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 26m Average total duration 9h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration Fastest 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pescara to Trieste:
A train is $22 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Pescara to Trieste costing on average $81.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 56m.
Tickets start at around $81 compared to roughly $182 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $101. The journey takes 9h 56m versus 6h 37m 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 BlaBlaCar.
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 01:05AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
The table below shows live departures for Pescara to Trieste buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 PM Pescara, Terminal Bus | 10h45 | 8:55 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
056 · 064 | 11:15 PM Pescara, Terminal Bus | 9h15 | 8:30 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
046 · 064 | 11:40 PM Città Sant'Angelo, Via Mulino del Gioco (Pescara Nord) | 8h50 | 8:30 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:05 AM Pescara, Terminal Bus | 14h10 | 4:15 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Pescara, Terminal Bus | 13h05 | 9:35 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 PM Pescara, Terminal Bus | 12h10 | 6:25 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Pescara to Trieste run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 but you can travel from only $11 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 221 miles (356 km) distance in 8h 30m.
Distance 221 miles (356 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 8h 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 Pescara 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 Pescara to Trieste buses use the Pescara, Terminal Bus to Trieste, Autostazione station pair, with some services arriving at Trieste, Centrale. Use this guide to compare Pescara and Trieste bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Pescara, Terminal Bus is 1 km from Pescara city centre. Public transport options include:
Pescara, Terminal Bus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Caffè Terminal (in the station), Trattoria del Mare (0.5 km), Osteria La Vongola (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Pescara, Terminal Bus.
Available at Pescara, Terminal Bus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara, Terminal Bus: 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.
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