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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
$43
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
4 h 2 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
358 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Trieste will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 5 trains that leave Milan Porta Garibaldi for Trieste on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 358 km distance in an average of 5 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 2 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 7 h 1 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 TRENORD 2655 · Regionale Veloce 22469 · Regionale Veloce 3567
FRECCIAROSSA 9759
FRECCIAROSSA 9743+
Regionale Veloce 3581
FRECCIAROSSA 9715+
Regionale Veloce 3567
FRECCIAROSSA 9753+
Regionale Veloce 3861
FRECCIAROSSA 9759
FRECCIAROSSA 9743+
Regionale Veloce 3581
FRECCIAROSSA 9753+
Regionale Veloce 3861
FRECCIAROSSA 9715+
Regionale Veloce 3567
Regionale TRENORD 2655 · Regionale Veloce 22469 · Regionale Veloce 3567Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $125.
Distance: 222 miles (358 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $269 Average price | $119 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Trieste:
A bus is $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Trieste costing on average $61 (€50).
A bus is $244 (€200) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Trieste costing on average $269 (€220).
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 21m.
Bus takes on average 6h 27m.
The journey is about 30m faster (4h 4m by train vs 4h 34m by car) and roughly $58 (€48) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($61 (€50) vs $119 (€98)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Milan Porta Garibaldi to Trieste trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9743+ Regionale Veloce 3581 | 4:13 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 4h31 | 8:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9753+ Intercity 592 | 6:13 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 5h25 | 11:38 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9759 | 7:43 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 4h02 | 11:45 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
Regionale TRENORD 2655 · Regionale Veloce 22469 · Regionale Veloce 3567 | 7:43 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 7h01 | 2:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9715+ Regionale Veloce 3567 | 9:13 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 5h31 | 2:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Trieste run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:10, the last at 17:43. The fastest train covers the 222 miles (358 km) distance in 4h 2m.
Distance 222 miles (358 km) |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 2m |
First train 8:10 AM |
Last train 5:43 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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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 Milan Porta Garibaldi 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 Milan Porta Garibaldi to Trieste trains use the Milano Centrale to Trieste Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan Porta Garibaldi and Trieste train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale 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: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
Milano Rogoredo is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Rogoredo 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 Pizzeria Il Moro, Osteria La Piola
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Rogoredo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Rogoredo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Rogoredo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Business Palace, Hotel Mistral, Hotel Brenta Milano.
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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