The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Trieste
Cheapest price
$111
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
10 h 7 m
Average duration
10 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
451 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Trieste will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Trieste without transferring at least 2 times.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Trieste
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €33.
Distance: 280 miles (451 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€90 Average price | €45 Average price Cheapest | €329 Average price |
10h 13m Average total duration 9h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Trieste train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Trieste trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:55 PM Budapest | 17h43 | 1:38 PM Trieste | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, December 17 | |||||
![]() | 9:55 AM Budapest | 10h07 | 8:02 PM Trieste | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Budapest to Trieste trains with Omio?
ÖBB | Railjet as well as ÖBB | InterCity and Hungarian Railways (MÁV) offer trains services from Budapest to Trieste. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Budapest to Trieste.
Why book with Omio vs ÖBB | Railjet?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ÖBB | Railjet, but also compare tickets for the likes of ÖBB | InterCity and Hungarian Railways (MÁV) to find the best option for your trip from Budapest to Trieste.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare ÖBB | Railjet with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Budapest to Trieste.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While ÖBB | Railjet tickets can be bought on ÖBB | Railjet's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of ÖBB | InterCity and Hungarian Railways (MÁV) to help you choose the right option for your journey from Budapest to Trieste.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Budapest to Trieste.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Trieste
Trains from Budapest to Trieste run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $113 (€90) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 18:20. The fastest train covers the 280 miles (451 km) distance in 10h 7m.
Distance 280 miles (451 km) |
Average train duration 9h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $113 (€90) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 7m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 18:20 |
Train companies: ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Budapest to Trieste trainsÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Budapest and Trieste from $36 (€29). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB | InterCity
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Trains from Budapest to Trieste
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest 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.

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