- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-famous papal museums with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical collections.
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 13 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
430 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Trieste to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trieste to Rome will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 10 buses that leave Trieste for Rome on Sun, Jul 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 19 the direct buses cover the 430 km distance in an average of 9 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Sun, Jul 19 the slowest buses will take 9 h 35 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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2771Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Rome 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $86.
Distance: 267 miles (430 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price | $206 Average price |
9h 8m Average total duration 8h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 29m Average total duration 7h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Trieste to Rome:
A bus is $36 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trieste to Rome costing on average $75 (€62).
A bus is $167 (€137) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Trieste to Rome costing on average $206 (€169).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 59m.
Bus takes on average 8h 38m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $65 |
The table below shows live departures for Trieste to Rome buses for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
065 · 055 | 7:00 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 9h30 | 4:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
2771 | 7:20 PM Trieste, Central Bus Station | 9h35 | 4:55 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 9h25 | 6:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 11h10 | 9:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, July 19 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 11h25 | 12:15 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:50 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 8h30 | 9:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:40 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 12h05 | 2:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 9h05 | 5:25 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2797 | 10:00 AM Trieste, Central Bus Station | 9h40 | 7:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 11h35 | 11:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Trieste to Rome run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 267 miles (430 km) distance in 8h 30m.
Distance 267 miles (430 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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World-famous papal museums with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical collections.
Outstanding ancient sculpture and mosaic museum housed in the Palazzo dei Conservatori and Palazzo Nuovo.
Celebrated villa museum with Bernini sculptures, Caravaggio paintings, and refined garden setting.
Elegant Baroque square with Bernini's fountains, lively atmosphere, and superb people-watching.
Historic square and gathering place at the Spanish Steps, ideal for classic city views and strolls.
Charming cobbled neighborhood filled with ivy-clad lanes, churches, nightlife, and local character.
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Pasta with guanciale, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. Considered one of Rome's oldest pasta dishes and prized for its simplicity.
Three-Michelin-star dining by Niko Romito at Bulgari Hotel Roma, offering refined Italian tasting menus in an elegant setting.
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Popular casual spot famed for Roman-style pizzas and fried starters. Bustling atmosphere and a long-standing local reputation.
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