- 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
$42
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zadar to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zadar to Trieste will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 1 buses that leave Zadar for Trieste on Mon, Aug 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct buses cover the 205 km distance in an average of 5 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest buses will take 5 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.
FlixBus
FlixBusBuses from Zadar to Trieste run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 but you can travel from only $26 by ferry.
The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 127 miles (205 km) distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 127 miles (205 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
The table below shows live departures for Zadar to Trieste buses for today, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:45 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 5h35 | 5:20 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 Zadar 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 Zadar to Trieste buses use the Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor to Trieste, Autostazione station pair. Use this guide to compare Zadar and Trieste bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor is 1 km from Zadar city centre. Public transport options include:
Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria in the station (in the station), Bakery in the station (in the station), Fast-food outlet in the station (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor.
Available at Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor: Elevators, ramps.
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