- 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
€88
Average price
€115
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 54 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
537 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Naples to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naples to Trieste will cost around €115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €88.
Of the 17 trains that leave Naples for Trieste on Fri, Aug 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 21 the direct trains cover the 537 km distance in an average of 7 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
On Fri, Aug 21 the slowest trains will take 8 h 4 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 724+
InterCityNotte 774
Intercity 724+
InterCityNotte 774+
Regionale Veloce 3431
Intercity 510 · Intercity 588
Intercity 700 · Intercity 592
8918
FRECCIAROSSA 9588 · FRECCIAROSSA 9480
FRECCIAROSSA 9420+
Intercity 588
8918
FRECCIAROSSA 9430+
Intercity 592
FRECCIAROSSA 9426+
Regionale Veloce 3445Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Naples to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €21.
Distance: 333 miles (537 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€72 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest | €100 Average price | €214 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 45m Average total duration 9h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 40m Average total duration 13h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Naples to Trieste:
A bus is €43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Naples to Trieste costing on average €72.
A bus is €71 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Naples to Trieste costing on average €100.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 15m.
Bus takes on average 13h 10m.
Tickets start at around €72 compared to roughly €214 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €143. The journey takes 9h 15m versus 8h 36m 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.
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 Naples to Trieste trains for today, Thursday, August 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 510 · Intercity 588 | 7:31 AM Naples Centrale | 11h06 | 6:37 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420+ Intercity 588 | 10:45 AM Naples Centrale | 7h52 | 6:37 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ Regionale Veloce 3443 | 11:35 AM Naples Centrale | 8h09 | 7:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540 · FRECCIAROSSA 9423+ Regionale Veloce 3581 | 12:10 PM Naples Centrale | 8h34 | 8:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 700 · Intercity 592 | 12:33 PM Naples Centrale | 11h05 | 11:38 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8918 | 1:03 PM Naples Centrale | 7h53 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426+ Regionale Veloce 3445 | 1:40 PM Naples Centrale | 8h04 | 9:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ Regionale Veloce 3861 | 2:35 PM Naples Centrale | 8h20 | 10:55 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9430+ Intercity 592 | 3:40 PM Naples Centrale | 7h58 | 11:38 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9432+ Regionale Veloce 3447 · Treno 3447 effettuato con BUS TSM01 | 4:40 PM Naples Centrale | 8h28 | 1:08 AM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9434+ Treno 17099 effettuato con bus VE249 · Regionale 16045 | 5:40 PM Naples Centrale | 13h02 | 6:42 AM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 724+ InterCityNotte 774 | 7:31 PM Naples Centrale | 14h26 | 9:57 AM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 724+ InterCityNotte 774+ Regionale Veloce 3431 | 7:31 PM Naples Centrale | 13h13 | 8:44 AM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Naples to Trieste run on average 18 times per day, taking around 9h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €46 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 333 miles (537 km) distance in 7h 17m.
Distance 333 miles (537 km) |
Average train duration 9h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €46 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 17m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 9:35 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 Naples 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 Naples to Trieste trains use the Napoli Centrale to Trieste Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Naples and Trieste train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Napoli Centrale is 2 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Tentazioni Cafe, Burger King, VyTA Boulangerie, Time Cafè, Caffè Toraldo, Chalet Ciro, Cibiamo, Chef Express, Eccellenze Della Costiera, 100 Montaditos, & more
Free WiFi throughout the station. ATMs are located at various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 21:10. Information desks are located on the ground floor in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is kiPoint luggage storage is located close to Platform 2, open daily from 06:00 to 23:00. .
Available at Napoli Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Napoli Centrale: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli Centrale: The station is fully accessible. The Sala Blu office provides services and assists customers with disabilities. .
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Europa, Starhotels Terminus, B&B Hotel Napoli.
Napoli, Aeroporto Internazionale is 5 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli, Aeroporto Internazionale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple Italian cuisine restaurants on-site.
Free WiFi throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Napoli, Aeroporto Internazionale.
Available at Napoli, Aeroporto Internazionale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli, Aeroporto Internazionale: Wheelchair-accessible facilities available.
Naples, Beverello - Angioino has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants and cafes available.
Free Wi-Fi available in the main areas. ATMs are aTMs available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Naples, Beverello - Angioino.
Available at Naples, Beverello - Angioino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Naples, Beverello - Angioino: Station equipped with elevators and ramps.
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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