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Museo di Palazzo Ducale
Historic ducal apartments, chapels, and masterpieces across one of Europe’s largest palace museums; essential for understanding Mantua’s court culture.
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
5 h 1 m
Average duration
5 h 1 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
239 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trieste to Mantua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trieste to Mantua will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 1 trains that leave Trieste for Mantua on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 239 km distance in an average of 5 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 1 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 5 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Mantua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €23, and a bus costs an average of €26.
Distance: 148 miles (239 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price | €71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Trieste to Mantua:
A train is €1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Trieste to Mantua costing on average €28.
Other travel options to Mantua take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 3m.
Tickets start at around €26 compared to roughly €71 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €45. The journey takes 4h 3m versus 3h 3m 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.
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 Trieste to Mantua trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:16 PM Trieste | 5h01 | 7:17 PM Mantua | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Trieste to Mantua run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 19:37. The fastest train covers the 148 miles (239 km) distance in 5h 1m.
Distance 148 miles (239 km) |
Average train duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 4:26 AM |
Last train 7:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 70 days |
Discover the best of Mantua — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mantua trip today.
Historic ducal apartments, chapels, and masterpieces across one of Europe’s largest palace museums; essential for understanding Mantua’s court culture.
Celebrated museum palace with frescoed rooms, temporary exhibitions, and Giulio Romano’s architecture; a cornerstone of Mantua’s artistic identity.
Archaeology museum displaying local prehistoric, Etruscan, and Roman finds; a useful complement to the city’s better-known Renaissance attractions.
Mantua’s monumental main square, framed by the Ducal Palace, cathedral, and civic buildings; the best place to grasp the city’s historic power.
Lively medieval square with market atmosphere, arcades, and major monuments; ideal for people-watching and easy access to the old center.
Elegant square beside Sant’Andrea, known for arcaded buildings and its central role in city events, walks, and daily local life.
Pumpkin-filled pasta with amaretti, mostarda, Parmigiano and spices. A signature Mantuan first course balancing sweet and savory flavors.
Slow-braised donkey stew, usually served with polenta. A rustic Lombard-Mantuan specialty rooted in the area’s farming tradition.
Air-dried salami made from coarsely ground pork and garlic. It is one of Mantua’s best-known cured meats and a classic local starter.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the city center, known for refined interpretations of Mantuan cuisine in a historic, intimate setting.
Historic traditional restaurant celebrated for classic Mantuan dishes such as tortelli di zucca and local meats in a polished atmosphere.
Well-known osteria offering hearty regional cooking, house specialties and a relaxed, authentic setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Milan or Venice, while local buses and everyday cafes remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up at cafes and taxis; leave 5-10% at restaurants only for especially good service.
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Mantova Railway Station -> Piazza Sordello, Mantua
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trieste to Mantua 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 Mantua, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Trieste to Mantua trains use the Trieste Centrale to Mantova station pair, with some services arriving at Borgochiesanuova. Use this guide to compare Trieste and Mantua train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Mantova is 1 km from Mantua city centre. Public transport options include:
Mantova 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: Ristorante Masseria, Osteria dell'Oca
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Mantova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Mantova. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mantova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mantova: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mantova.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Casa Poli, Hotel La Favorita, Hotel Broletto.
Borgochiesanuova is 3 km from Mantua city centre. Public transport options include:
Borgochiesanuova has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Available at Borgochiesanuova: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Borgochiesanuova.
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