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Archaeological Museum of Istria
The main archaeology museum for Istria, with Roman, prehistoric and medieval finds from Pula and the region. A strong choice for understanding the city beyond the amphitheatre.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$121
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Buses per day
51
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Trieste to Pula is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trieste to Pula will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 51 buses that leave Trieste for Pula on Wed, Jun 17, 51 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct buses cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Pula among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a bus costs an average of $18.
Distance: 54 miles (87 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Pula take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 33m.
Tickets start at around $25 (€20) compared to roughly $31 (€25) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $7 (€5). The journey takes 2h 33m versus 1h 33m 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 Nomago, FlixBus, Infobus, GoOpti, Brioni, Fils.
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 02:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $241 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $211 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $208 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $208 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $240 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $182 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $216 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $199 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $199 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $181 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $181 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $232 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $218 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $181 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Fils | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $218 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $184 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $185 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $211 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $224 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $162 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $161 |
The table below shows live departures for Trieste to Pula buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 5:50 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 3h35 | 9:25 AM Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 AM Trieste, Piazza Oberdan | 1h55 | 9:35 AM Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Trieste, Piazza Oberdan | 1h55 | 9:55 AM Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 3h45 | 12:40 PM Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Trieste, Piazza Oberdan | 1h55 | 10:55 AM Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 2h50 | 1:45 PM Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 2h40 | 1:40 PM Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 2:00 PM Trieste | 2h00 | 4:00 PM Pula | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:20 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 2h35 | 6:55 PM Pula, Željeznički kolodvor Pula | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:20 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 2h35 | 6:55 PM Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 2h35 | 9:50 PM Pula, Željeznički kolodvor Pula | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 2h35 | 9:50 PM Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 PM Trieste, Piazza Oberdan | 2h35 | 9:50 PM Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Trieste to Pula run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 18 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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The main archaeology museum for Istria, with Roman, prehistoric and medieval finds from Pula and the region. A strong choice for understanding the city beyond the amphitheatre.
Museum inside the hilltop fortress, covering Istrian history, seafaring and military heritage. The setting also gives one of the best elevated views over Pula.
A specialized museum presenting the history, production and tasting culture of Istrian olive oil. Popular with visitors looking for a more contemporary, experience-driven stop.
The main historic square of Pula, framed by Roman and civic landmarks including the Temple of Augustus. It is the natural starting point for exploring the old town.
The well-known coastal walking route with sea views, coves and sunset spots. It is one of the most loved outdoor areas in Pula for both locals and visitors.
A central promenade and meeting area linking the old town with shopping streets and cafes around it. Busy, social and useful for getting a feel for everyday city life.
Hand-rolled Istrian pasta served with a rich truffle sauce. It is one of the region's signature dishes and highlights Istria's famous truffles.
Traditional hand-rolled Istrian pasta, often served with beef, game, or truffle sauces. It is a staple of local home-style cooking.
A hearty Istrian soup or stew made with beans, potatoes, corn, and seasonal vegetables, often enriched with cured meat. It is a classic comfort dish.
Established traditional restaurant known for Istrian specialties such as pršut, pasta, truffles, and seafood in a classic local setting.
Well-known restaurant by the sea with a refined atmosphere, focused on fresh fish, seafood, and modern Mediterranean dishes.
Long-running pizzeria and grill in central Pula, popular for casual meals, large portions, and a lively atmosphere near the old town.
Moderate for Croatia. Old Town and summer prices rise, but bakeries, konobas, and local cafes stay fairly affordable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is common. Leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff only for extra help.
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