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Revoltella Museum
Major modern art museum in a historic palace, known for 19th- and 20th-century Italian art and elegant interiors.
Cheapest price
$108
Average price
$131
Fastest journey
10 h 27 m
Average duration
11 h
Trains per day
13
Distance
652 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brindisi to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brindisi to Trieste will cost around $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $108.
It's difficult to get from Brindisi to Trieste without transferring at least once.
InterCityNotte 752+
Regionale Veloce 3998 · Regionale Veloce 3433
InterCityNotte 754+
Regionale Veloce 3960 · Regionale Veloce 3579
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 · FRECCIAROSSA 9759
Intercity 608+
Regionale Veloce 3982 · Regionale Veloce 3443
Intercity 610+
Regionale Veloce 3986 · Regionale Veloce 3445
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 · FRECCIAROSSA 9759
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 9422 · FRECCIAROSSA 9737
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 9426 · FRECCIAROSSA 9749
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+
Intercity 592
FRECCIAROSSA 8816+
Intercity 588Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Brindisi to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $50.
Distance: 405 miles (652 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$100 Average price | $88 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $295 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 28m Average total duration 11h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 23m Average total duration 15h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Brindisi to Trieste:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brindisi to Trieste costing on average $88 (€72).
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brindisi to Trieste costing on average $100 (€82).
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 58m.
Bus takes on average 15h 53m.
Tickets start at around $100 (€82) compared to roughly $295 (€242) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $196 (€160). The journey takes 11h 58m versus 10h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Brindisi to Trieste trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 752+ Regionale Veloce 3998 · Regionale Veloce 3433 | 8:19 PM Brindisi station | 13h25 | 9:44 AM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 754+ Regionale Veloce 3960 · Regionale Veloce 3435 | 8:53 PM Brindisi station | 14h55 | 11:48 AM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
Regionale 23572+ Intercity 606 · Intercity 588 | 4:00 AM Brindisi station | 14h37 | 6:37 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 · FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ Regionale Veloce 3441 | 6:17 AM Brindisi station | 11h27 | 5:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 608+ Regionale Veloce 3982 · Regionale Veloce 3443 | 6:47 AM Brindisi station | 12h57 | 7:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816+ Intercity 588 | 7:23 AM Brindisi station | 11h14 | 6:37 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 9422 · FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 8:27 AM Brindisi station | 11h00 | 7:27 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 610+ Regionale Veloce 3986 · Regionale Veloce 3445 | 8:42 AM Brindisi station | 13h02 | 9:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 612 · Intercity 592 | 9:21 AM Brindisi station | 14h17 | 11:38 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 10:19 AM Brindisi station | 11h36 | 9:55 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 9426 · FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 10:19 AM Brindisi station | 11h08 | 9:27 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+ Intercity 592 | 12:29 PM Brindisi station | 11h09 | 11:38 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 · FRECCIAROSSA 9759 | 1:18 PM Brindisi station | 10h27 | 11:45 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Brindisi to Trieste run on average 11 times per day, taking around 11h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:39, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 405 miles (652 km) distance in 10h 25m.
Distance 405 miles (652 km) |
Average train duration 11h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 10h 25m |
First train 3:39 AM |
Last train 10:40 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Major modern art museum in a historic palace, known for 19th- and 20th-century Italian art and elegant interiors.
Memorial museum at the former Nazi detention and extermination camp, an important historical and educational site.
Archaeology museum with Roman finds, sculptures and artifacts that highlight Trieste's ancient history.
Trieste's grand seafront square, famous for its elegant architecture and lively atmosphere day and night.
Picturesque canal lined with historic buildings, churches and cafés, one of the city's most photographed walks.
Long pier stretching into the Adriatic, beloved for sunset walks and open views back toward the city.
Hearty Triestine soup of sauerkraut or beans, potatoes, and pork, reflecting the city’s Central European and Adriatic influences.
Potato dumplings stuffed with plums, then dressed with butter, breadcrumbs, sugar, and cinnamon; a classic dish from the Trieste area.
Ham baked in a bread crust, traditionally served warm with mustard and horseradish, showing Trieste’s Austro-Hungarian culinary heritage.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for polished service and contemporary cuisine in central Trieste.
Historic, established trattoria famous for Triestine and Karst cuisine, game dishes, and a traditional atmosphere.
Well-regarded seafood trattoria with a refined but relaxed setting, specializing in fresh Adriatic fish and seasonal dishes.
Moderate by Italian standards. Coffee and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and waterfront dining cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good table service is appreciated. Little or no tip for coffee at the bar.
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Trieste Centrale, Trieste -> Piazza Unità d'Italia, Trieste
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brindisi to Trieste by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brindisi to Trieste trains use the Brindisi to Trieste Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Brindisi and Trieste train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Brindisi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Locanda del Porto, McDonald's Brindisi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brindisi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brindisi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brindisi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brindisi: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brindisi.
Nearby hotels include Palazzo Virgilio Hotel, Hotel Orientale, Grande Albergo Internazionale.
Trieste Centrale is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Buffet da Pepi, Trattoria Nerodiseppia
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Trieste Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Trieste Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste Centrale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste, Hotel Continentale, NH Trieste.
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