- 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 Aug 30
$71
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$81
Fastest journey on Aug 30
6 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
6 h 57 m
Buses on Aug 30
8
Distance
346 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vienna to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Trieste will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 8 buses from Vienna to Trieste, including 4 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct buses cover the 346 km distance in an average of 6 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest buses will take 7 h 55 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 · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $35 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 7h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $35, while a bus costs an average of $63.
Distance: 214 miles (346 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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$63 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $136 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 10m Average total duration Fastest 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 47m Average total duration 9h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Vienna to Trieste:
A train is $28 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vienna to Trieste costing on average $63.
A train is $448 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Trieste costing on average $483.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 40m.
Train takes on average 9h 17m.
Tickets start at around $63 compared to roughly $136 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $73. The journey takes 6h 40m versus 5h 22m 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, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, GoOpti.
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 |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Trieste buses for today, Saturday, August 29. 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 | 6:00 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 8h35 | 2:35 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 8h15 | 2:35 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:10 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 6h25 | 5:35 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 9h15 | 9:10 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus | 3:55 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 6h55 | 10:50 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 7h55 | 4:10 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:25 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 6h45 | 4:10 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 6h45 | 6:45 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Vienna to Trieste run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $33 but you can travel from only $11 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 214 miles (346 km) distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 214 miles (346 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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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 Vienna 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 Vienna to Trieste buses use the Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Trieste, Autostazione station pair, with some services arriving at Trieste, Port (cruise ship). Use this guide to compare Vienna and Trieste bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
Available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB): Elevators, ramps.
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurant 1 (in the station), Restaurant 2 (in the station), Restaurant 3 (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz.
Available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz: Elevators, ramps.
Wien, Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien, Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple fast-food and cafe options.
Free WiFi available in the waiting area. ATMs are several ATMs available within the station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof.
Available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair accessible with lifts.
Trieste, Port (cruise ship) is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste, Port (cruise ship) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Trieste, Port (cruise ship). ATMs are available at Trieste, Port (cruise ship).
Ticket office support is available at Trieste, Port (cruise ship).
Available at Trieste, Port (cruise ship): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste, Port (cruise ship): The station is accessible for individuals with limited mobility.
Trieste, NH Hotel is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste, NH Hotel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Trieste, NH Hotel. ATMs are available at Trieste, NH Hotel.
Ticket office support is available at Trieste, NH Hotel.
Available at Trieste, NH Hotel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste, NH Hotel: Bus stop is accessible for people with disabilities.
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