- 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
$35
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
13 h 35 m
Average duration
14 h 34 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
558 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salerno to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salerno to Trieste will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 4 buses that leave Salerno for Trieste on Fri, Jul 24, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct buses cover the 558 km distance in an average of 14 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 35 m .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest buses will take 15 h 5 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salerno to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a flight costs an average of $29.
Distance: 346 miles (558 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$46 Average price Cheapest | $82 Average price | $94 Average price | $221 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 20m Average total duration 12h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 45m Average total duration 10h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Salerno to Trieste:
A bus is $36 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salerno to Trieste costing on average $82 (€82).
A bus is $48 (€48) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salerno to Trieste costing on average $94 (€94).
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 15m.
Bus takes on average 12h 50m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
The table below shows live departures for Salerno to Trieste buses for today, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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054 · 064 | 6:55 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 13h35 | 8:30 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 14h50 | 12:15 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Salerno to Trieste run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€17) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 346 miles (558 km) distance in 13h 35m.
Distance 346 miles (558 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€17) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 13h 35m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 10:55 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 Salerno 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 Salerno to Trieste buses use the Salerno, Piazza della Concordia to Trieste, Autostazione station pair, with some services arriving at Trieste, Centrale. Use this guide to compare Salerno and Trieste bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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