- 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 17
$85
Average ticket price on Sep 17
$116
Fastest journey on Sep 17
10 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
10 h 57 m
Trains on Sep 17
19
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 $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
It's difficult to get from Brindisi to Trieste without transferring at least once.
Intercity 612 · Intercity 592
Intercity 610+
Regionale Veloce 3986 · Regionale Veloce 3445
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 · FRECCIAROSSA 9759
FRECCIAROSSA 8816+
8918
Regionale 23572+
Intercity 606 · Intercity 588
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 · FRECCIAROSSA 9759
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 9426 · FRECCIAROSSA 9749
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 9422 · FRECCIAROSSA 9737
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 train, with an average ticket price of $107 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $107, while a flight costs an average of $204.
Distance: 405 miles (652 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$107 Average price Cheapest | $204 Average price | $107 Average price | $298 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 37m Average total duration 11h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 17h 15m Average total duration 16h 45m 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 train is $0.11 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Brindisi to Trieste costing on average $107.
A train is $97 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brindisi to Trieste costing on average $204.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 7m.
Bus takes on average 16h 45m.
Tickets start at around $107 compared to roughly $298 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $191. The journey takes 11h 7m 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 tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 23572+ FRECCIAROSSA 9806 · FRECCIAROSSA 9416+ 8918 | 4:00 AM Brindisi station | 16h56 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 23572+ Intercity 606+ Regionale Veloce 3978+ 8918 | 4:00 AM Brindisi station | 16h56 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 23572+ Intercity 606 · Intercity 588 | 4:00 AM Brindisi station | 14h37 | 6:37 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 · FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ 8918 | 6:17 AM Brindisi station | 14h39 | 8:56 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 | |
Intercity 608+ Regionale Veloce 3982+ 8918 | 6:47 AM Brindisi station | 14h09 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816+ 8918 | 7:23 AM Brindisi station | 13h33 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816+ Intercity 588 | 7:23 AM Brindisi station | 11h14 | 6:37 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ 8918 | 8:29 AM Brindisi station | 12h27 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 9422 · FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 8:29 AM Brindisi station | 10h58 | 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 610+ FRECCIAROSSA 8820 · FRECCIAROSSA 9423+ 8918 | 8:42 AM Brindisi station | 12h14 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 612 · Intercity 592 | 9:21 AM Brindisi station | 14h17 | 11:38 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 9426 · FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 10:29 AM Brindisi station | 10h58 | 9:27 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 10:29 AM Brindisi station | 11h26 | 9:55 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+ Intercity 592 | 12:29 PM Brindisi station | 11h09 | 11:38 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 · FRECCIAROSSA 9759 | 1:20 PM Brindisi station | 10h25 | 11:45 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 754+ Regionale Veloce 3962 · Regionale Veloce 3435 | 8:53 PM Brindisi station | 14h55 | 11:48 AM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Brindisi to Trieste run on average 14 times per day, taking around 11h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:39, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 405 miles (652 km) distance in 9h 55m.
Distance 405 miles (652 km) |
Average train duration 11h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 9h 55m |
First train 3:39 AM |
Last train 10:40 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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 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.
Brindisi, Costa Morena is 2 km from Brindisi city centre. Public transport options include:
Brindisi, Costa Morena has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small cafe available.
Wi-Fi is available at Brindisi, Costa Morena. ATMs are available at Brindisi, Costa Morena.
Ticket office support is available at Brindisi, Costa Morena.
Available at Brindisi, Costa Morena: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brindisi, Costa Morena: Station equipped with ramps and elevators.
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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