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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
$38
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Trains per day
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 $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 22 trains that leave Florence for Trieste on Tue, Jun 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 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, Jun 16 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.
Intercity 592
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3962 · Regionale Veloce 3435
InterCityNotte 774
Intercity 580+
Regionale Veloce 3972 · Regionale Veloce 3567
Intercity 590+
Regionale Veloce 3986 · Regionale Veloce 3445
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 prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 179 miles (289 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $118 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m 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 |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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 $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Trieste costing on average $43 (€35).
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 26m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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 Italo, Intercity, Intercity Notte.
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, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 | |
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, June 16 | |||||
InterCityNotte 774+ Regionale Veloce 3431 | 2:03 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 6h41 | 8:44 AM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 774 | 2:03 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 7h54 | 9:57 AM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | |
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Trains from Florence to Trieste run on average 19 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) 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 4h 17m.
Distance 179 miles (289 km) |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 17m |
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.
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 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.

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