- Must visit
Städel Museum
Major German art museum with masterpieces from Old Masters to modernism; a cornerstone stop on Frankfurt’s Museum Embankment.
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
13 h 6 m
Average duration
14 h 4 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
625 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Trieste to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trieste to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
Of the 14 buses that leave Trieste for Frankfurt am Main on Wed, Jul 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct buses cover the 625 km distance in an average of 14 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 6 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest buses will take 15 h 8 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 · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a flight costs an average of $152.
Distance: 388 miles (625 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$79 Average price Cheapest | $325 Average price | $169 Average price | $206 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 38m Average total duration 14h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 50m Average total duration 18h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Trieste to Frankfurt am Main:
A bus is $91 (€74) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trieste to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $169 (€139).
A bus is $246 (€203) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Trieste to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $325 (€267).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 8m.
Train takes on average 18h 20m.
Tickets start at around $79 (€65) compared to roughly $206 (€170) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $128 (€105). The journey takes 14h 8m versus 8h 59m 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 FlixBus.
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 12:55AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 24h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:37PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 14h18 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 19h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 19h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 13h06 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
The table below shows live departures for Trieste to Frankfurt am Main buses for today, Tuesday, July 21. 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 | 6:37 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 14h18 | 8:55 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:37 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 15h08 | 9:45 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 19h05 | 4:25 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 16h25 | 1:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 19h50 | 6:45 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 19h10 | 6:05 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus | 7:00 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 13h30 | 8:30 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 17h15 | 12:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 16h45 | 1:55 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 16h15 | 2:25 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 17h55 | 5:30 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 14h20 | 2:55 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 19h10 | 7:45 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
4782 · 51511 | 1:20 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 24h50 | 2:10 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:50 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 17h25 | 7:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Trieste to Frankfurt am Main run on average 16 times per day, taking around 14h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 388 miles (625 km) distance in 13h 30m.
Distance 388 miles (625 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 13h 30m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Frankfurt am Main — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Frankfurt am Main trip today.
Major German art museum with masterpieces from Old Masters to modernism; a cornerstone stop on Frankfurt’s Museum Embankment.
Museum in Goethe’s birthplace presenting the writer’s life, era, and manuscripts; essential for literary and cultural history fans.
Large natural history museum with dinosaur skeletons, biodiversity displays, and strong geology exhibits; excellent for all ages.
Rebuilt old town quarter between Römer and cathedral, blending historic layouts with new architecture; ideal for strolling and photos.
Frankfurt’s riverside museum district and promenade, perfect for walking, major museums, and skyline views across the Main.
Large inner-city palm garden with themed greenhouses and landscaped grounds; a relaxing break from museums and shopping.
Green sauce made with seven fresh herbs, usually served with boiled eggs and potatoes. It is a Frankfurt classic with protected regional status.
Pork sausage lightly smoked and traditionally served hot with potato salad, sauerkraut, or bread. It is one of Frankfurt’s signature sausages.
Pressed and cured pork sausage, often sliced and served cold with bread, mustard, and pickles. It is a staple in Frankfurt cider taverns.
Two Michelin-starred dining with creative modern cuisine, extensive wine pairings, and a formal fine dining experience.
Refined restaurant in the old opera house area, known for modern European cuisine, polished service, and an elegant dining room.
Historic apple wine tavern in Sachsenhausen known for Apfelwein, green sauce, and classic Frankfurt dishes in a lively traditional setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey during trade fairs, but dining and public transport are reasonable for most tourists.
Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is common for cafes.
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Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) -> Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trieste to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Trieste to Frankfurt am Main buses use the Trieste, Autostazione to Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36). Use this guide to compare Trieste and Frankfurt am Main 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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