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Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Reggio Calabria
The city’s flagship museum, best known for the Riace Bronzes and major collections from Magna Graecia. It is the essential stop for understanding the ancient history of Calabria.
Cheapest price
$117
Average price
$154
Fastest journey
12 h 19 m
Average duration
12 h 55 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
852 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trieste to Reggio Calabria is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trieste to Reggio Calabria will cost around $154 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $117.
It's difficult to get from Trieste to Reggio Calabria without transferring at least once.
InterCityNotte 770+
Intercity 551
8902 · 8143
InterCityNotte 770+
Intercity 723+
Regionale 5562
8902+
FRECCIAROSSA 8419
InterCityNotte 770+
FRECCIAROSSA 8333
FRECCIAROSSA 9466 · FRECCIAROSSA 9583
FRECCIAROSSA 9726 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419
Regionale Veloce 3558+
FRECCIAROSSA 9411 · FRECCIAROSSA 9623
Regionale Veloce 3460+
FRECCIAROSSA 9413 · FRECCIAROSSA 9587
8902+
FRECCIAROSSA 9413 · FRECCIAROSSA 9587Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Reggio Calabria among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $81. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $81, and a train costs an average of $69.
Distance: 529 miles (852 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$149 Average price | $129 Average price | $127 Average price Cheapest | $357 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 5m Average total duration 14h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 36m Average total duration 25h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Trieste to Reggio Calabria:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Trieste to Reggio Calabria costing on average $129 (€106).
A bus is $21 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trieste to Reggio Calabria costing on average $149 (€122).
Other travel options to Reggio Calabria take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 35m.
Bus takes on average 25h 6m.
Tickets start at around $149 (€122) compared to roughly $357 (€292) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $208 (€170). The journey takes 14h 35m versus 12h 50m 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 Reggio Calabria trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3564+ FRECCIAROSSA 9437 · FRECCIAROSSA 9573 | 5:16 PM Trieste Centrale | 17h23 | 10:39 AM Reggio Di Calabria Centrale | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 551 | 6:47 PM Trieste Centrale | 23h59 | 6:46 PM Reggio Di Calabria Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 770+ FRECCIAROSSA 8333 | 6:47 PM Trieste Centrale | 18h19 | 1:06 PM Reggio Di Calabria Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723+ Regionale 5562 | 6:47 PM Trieste Centrale | 20h18 | 3:05 PM Reggio Di Calabria Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3448+ InterCityNotte 770+ FRECCIAROSSA 8333 | 7:16 PM Trieste Centrale | 17h50 | 1:06 PM Reggio Di Calabria Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9466 · FRECCIAROSSA 9583 | 6:38 AM Trieste Centrale | 12h19 | 6:57 PM Reggio Di Calabria Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3558+ FRECCIAROSSA 9411 · FRECCIAROSSA 9623 | 7:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 13h10 | 8:26 PM Reggio Di Calabria Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8902+ FRECCIAROSSA 9421 · FRECCIAROSSA 9639 | On time 8:02 AM Trieste Centrale | 15h11 | 11:13 PM Reggio Di Calabria Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8902 · 8143 | On time 8:02 AM Trieste Centrale | 16h17 | 12:19 AM Reggio Di Calabria Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8902+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | On time 8:02 AM Trieste Centrale | 14h01 | 10:03 PM Reggio Di Calabria Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8902+ FRECCIAROSSA 9413 · FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | On time 8:02 AM Trieste Centrale | 13h28 | 9:30 PM Reggio Di Calabria Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3460+ FRECCIAROSSA 9413 · FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 8:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 13h14 | 9:30 PM Reggio Di Calabria Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9726 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 9:39 AM Trieste Centrale | 12h24 | 10:03 PM Reggio Di Calabria Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3440+ FRECCIAROSSA 8815+ BUS LP981 | 12:16 PM Trieste Centrale | 17h54 | 6:10 AM Reggio Di Calabria Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 594+ InterCityNotte 1959+ Regionale 5685 | 1:27 PM Trieste Centrale | 18h25 | 7:52 AM Reggio Di Calabria Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Trieste to Reggio Calabria run on average 9 times per day, taking around 14h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 (€57) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 529 miles (852 km) distance in 16h 22m.
Distance 529 miles (852 km) |
Average train duration 14h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€57) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 16h 22m |
First train 4:46 AM |
Last train 11:03 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Reggio Calabria — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Reggio Calabria trip today.
The city’s flagship museum, best known for the Riace Bronzes and major collections from Magna Graecia. It is the essential stop for understanding the ancient history of Calabria.
A small specialist museum dedicated to bergamot, the citrus fruit strongly associated with Reggio Calabria. It offers a distinctive local perspective and is a favorite for niche cultural visits.
Exhibition spaces inside the Aragonese Castle often host cultural displays and temporary shows. It combines museum-style content with one of the city’s most recognizable monuments.
The city’s signature waterfront promenade, famous for sea views toward Sicily and Mount Etna on clear days. It is the essential walking area in Reggio Calabria and highly popular at sunset.
The main central shopping and strolling street, lined with historic buildings, shops, and everyday city life. It is a practical and atmospheric route through the heart of Reggio Calabria.
One of the city’s principal squares, surrounded by civic architecture and close to key central sights. It is a natural stop when walking between the waterfront and the historic center.
A classic Strait of Messina swordfish dish cooked with tomatoes, olives, capers, and onion. It is one of the most iconic local seafood preparations in Reggio Calabria.
Stockfish slowly cooked with tomatoes, potatoes, olives, and herbs. It is a celebrated Calabrian specialty strongly associated with the province and inland traditions near Reggio.
Stuffed eggplants baked with breadcrumbs, cheese, and aromatic herbs, sometimes with tomato. A traditional southern home-style dish commonly found in the Reggio area.
A well-regarded restaurant in Reggio Calabria known for refined Calabrian cooking, seafood, and a polished yet welcoming atmosphere.
An established local spot appreciated for traditional Calabrian dishes, seafood, and a classic trattoria feel suited to a relaxed meal.
A known dining venue offering regional cuisine and seafood in a comfortable setting, popular for authentic flavors and generous portions.
Generally moderate by Italian standards: coffee and casual meals are reasonable, while seafront dining and hotels cost more in peak summer.
Service is often included or minimal. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes and 5-10% at restaurants for great service is appreciated.
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Reggio Di Calabria Centrale -> Reggio Calabria City Center
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