- 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 15
$42
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$80
Fastest journey on Sep 15
4 h 7 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
4 h 13 m
Trains on Sep 15
22
Distance
289 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Trieste will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 22 trains from Florence to Trieste, including 4 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct trains cover the 289 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 7 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest trains will take 4 h 18 m 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.
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3962 · Regionale Veloce 3435
Intercity 580+
Regionale Veloce 3972 · Regionale Veloce 3567
Intercity 590+
Regionale Veloce 3986 · Regionale Veloce 3445
Intercity 592
Intercity 588
FRECCIAROSSA 9426 · FRECCIAROSSA 9749
FRECCIAROSSA 9422 · FRECCIAROSSA 9737
8918
FRECCIAROSSA 9420+
Intercity 588
FRECCIAROSSA 9430+
Intercity 592Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $40 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, while a flight costs an average of $423.
Distance: 179 miles (289 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$44 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $423 Average price | $118 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Trieste:
A bus is $4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Trieste costing on average $44.
A bus is $383 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Trieste costing on average $423.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 28m.
Bus takes on average 6h 13m.
Tickets start at around $44 compared to roughly $118 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $74. The journey takes 4h 28m versus 4h 20m 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.
Direct services run with Intercity, Italo.
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 Florence to Trieste trains for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9434+ Treno 17099 effettuato con bus VE249 · Regionale 16045 | 9:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 9h22 | 6:42 AM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
InterCityNotte 774 | 2:03 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 7h54 | 9:57 AM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 774+ Regionale Veloce 3431 | 2:03 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 6h41 | 8:44 AM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3962 · Regionale Veloce 3435 | 4:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h16 | 11:48 AM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400+ Regionale Veloce 3435 | 7:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h28 | 11:48 AM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9404+ Regionale Veloce 3437 | 8:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h24 | 12:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3972 · Regionale Veloce 3567 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h23 | 2:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490+ Regionale Veloce 3567 | 10:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h24 | 2:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414+ Regionale Veloce 3439 | 11:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h24 | 3:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416+ Regionale Veloce 3569 | 12:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h24 | 4:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ Regionale Veloce 3441 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h24 | 5:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 588 | 1:33 PM Florence Rifredi | 5h04 | 6:37 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420+ Intercity 588 | 2:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h17 | 6:37 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422 · FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h07 | 7:27 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3986 · Regionale Veloce 3445 | 3:33 PM Florence Rifredi | 6h11 | 9:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423+ Regionale Veloce 3581 | 4:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h24 | 8:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8918 | 4:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h17 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426 · FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 5:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h07 | 9:27 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ Regionale Veloce 3861 | 6:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h35 | 10:55 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 592 | 6:45 PM Florence Rifredi | 4h53 | 11:38 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9430+ Intercity 592 | 7:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h18 | 11:38 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9432+ Regionale Veloce 3447 · Treno 3447 effettuato con BUS TSM01 | 8:41 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h27 | 1:08 AM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Florence to Trieste run on average 34 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 but you can travel from only $9 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 179 miles (289 km) distance in 3h 36m.
Distance 179 miles (289 km) |
Average train duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 36m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:18 PM |
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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 Florence 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 Florence to Trieste trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Trieste Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence and Trieste train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
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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