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Fonticus Gallery
Gallery space in Grožnjan near Buje, known for rotating exhibitions by local and visiting contemporary artists.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Buje among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $14, while a bus costs an average of $100.
Distance: 15 nautical miles (28 km)
| Ferry | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $100 Average price | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 35m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m 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 Trieste to Buje:
A ferry is $86 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Trieste to Buje costing on average $100.
Other travel options to Buje take longer:
Ferry takes on average 1h 35m.
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Ferries from Trieste to Buje run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $9 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 15 nautical miles (28 km) distance in 40m. There are 1 sailings per week.

Distance 15 nautical miles (28 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 40m |
First ferry 8:00 AM |
Last ferry 8:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trieste to Buje 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 Buje, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Trieste to Buje ferries use the Port of Trieste to Port of Piran port pair. Use this guide to compare Trieste and Buje ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
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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