- 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 Sep 19
$28
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$46
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
3 h 55 m
Buses on Sep 19
5
Distance
107 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Villach to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villach to Trieste will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 5 buses from Villach to Trieste, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 107 km distance in an average of 3 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 5 h 28 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.
FlixBus
BusSV670+
Regionale 16623
BusSV670+
Regionale 16641
BusSV670+
Regionale Veloce 3884
BusSV670
BusSV670
FlixBus
BusSV670+
Regionale 16623
BusSV670+
Regionale Veloce 3884
BusSV670+
Regionale 16641Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Villach to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, while a bus costs an average of $188.
Distance: 66 miles (107 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$188 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Villach to Trieste:
A train is $173 (€142) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Villach to Trieste costing on average $188 (€154).
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 1m.
Tickets start at around $188 (€154) compared to roughly $66 (€54) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-121.27 (€-99.35). The journey takes 3h 1m versus 2h 14m 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.
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 03:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $220 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $211 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $220 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $211 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $211 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $220 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $188 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $220 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $211 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $188 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator ÖBB | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 05:02PM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $155 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $547 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $267 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $267 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $267 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $266 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $266 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $211 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $172 |
The table below shows live departures for Villach to Trieste buses for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BusSV670+ Regionale 16623 | 12:40 PM Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) | 4h00 | 4:40 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
BusSV670+ Regionale 16641 | 12:40 PM Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) | 5h28 | 6:08 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
BusSV670+ Regionale Veloce 3884 | 12:40 PM Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) | 4h22 | 5:02 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
BusSV670 | 12:40 PM Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) | 2h40 | 3:20 PM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 PM Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) | 3h05 | 5:10 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect |
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Buses from Villach to Trieste run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by train.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 66 miles (107 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 66 miles (107 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 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 Villach 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 Villach to Trieste buses use the Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) to Trieste, Autostazione station pair, with some services arriving at Trieste, Piazza Oberdan. Use this guide to compare Villach and Trieste bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) is 1 km from Villach city centre. Public transport options include:
Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafe and snacks available at the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof). ATMs are aTM available near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof).
Available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof): The station is wheelchair accessible.
Villach, OMV Tankstelle Maria-Gailer-Straße is 1 km from Villach city centre. Public transport options include:
Villach, OMV Tankstelle Maria-Gailer-Straße has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Villach, OMV Tankstelle Maria-Gailer-Straße. ATMs are available at Villach, OMV Tankstelle Maria-Gailer-Straße.
Ticket office support is available at Villach, OMV Tankstelle Maria-Gailer-Straße.
Available at Villach, OMV Tankstelle Maria-Gailer-Straße: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villach, OMV Tankstelle Maria-Gailer-Straße: The station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Trieste, Piazza Oberdan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Trieste, Piazza Oberdan. ATMs are available at Trieste, Piazza Oberdan.
Ticket office support is available at Trieste, Piazza Oberdan.
Available at Trieste, Piazza Oberdan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste, Piazza Oberdan.
Trieste, Centrale is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste, Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There is a small cafe inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi is available in the waiting area. ATMs are an ATM is located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Trieste, Centrale.
Available at Trieste, Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste, Centrale: Wheelchair access is available throughout the station.
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