- 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
zł74
Average ticket price on Sep 19
zł74
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h
Ferries on Sep 19
1
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Poreč to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poreč to Trieste will cost around zł74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł74.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 ferries from Poreč to Trieste, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct ferries cover the 49 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest ferries will take 2 h 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Poreč to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of zł72 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of zł72, while a bus costs an average of zł398.
Distance: 26 nautical miles (49 km)
| Ferry | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
zł72 Average price Cheapest | zł398 Average price | zł69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 37m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular ferry company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Poreč to Trieste:
A ferry is zł325 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Poreč to Trieste costing on average zł398.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Ferry takes on average 1h 37m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Liberty Lines S.P.A. | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
The table below shows live departures for Poreč to Trieste ferries for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:20 PM Poreč | 2h00 | 10:20 PM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ferries from Poreč to Trieste run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at zł35 if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 08:00, the last at 20:15. The fastest ferry covers the 26 nautical miles (49 km) distance in 40m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Poreč to Trieste are available to foot passengers.

Distance 26 nautical miles (49 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price zł35 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 40m |
First ferry 8:00 AM |
Last ferry 8:15 PM |
Foot passengers Available |
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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 Poreč to Trieste by ferry. 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 ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Poreč to Trieste ferries use the Port of Piran to Port of Trieste port pair. Use this guide to compare Poreč and Trieste ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Poreč has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurant Spinnaker (0.3km), Restaurant Sveti Nikola (0.4km), Restaurant Divino (0.5km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Poreč.
Available at Port of Poreč: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Port of Trieste is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Port of Trieste has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Trieste.
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