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Museo Revoltella
Major modern art museum in a historic palace, known for 19th- and 20th-century Italian art and elegant interiors.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Mestre to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice Mestre to Trieste will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 34 trains that leave Venice Mestre for Trieste on Sun, Jun 07, 33 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 07 the direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Sun, Jun 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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 Veloce 3579
Regionale Veloce 3437
Regionale Veloce 3431
Regionale 17079 · Treno 17099 effettuato con bus VE249 · Regionale 16045
Regionale Veloce 3455
FRECCIAROSSA 9759
Regionale Veloce 3861
FRECCIAROSSA 9480
FRECCIAROSSA 9737
FRECCIAROSSA 9749Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice Mestre to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a ferry costs an average of $91.
Distance: 75 miles (122 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$17 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $96 Average price | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Venice Mestre to Trieste:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice Mestre to Trieste costing on average $17 (€14).
A bus is $84 (€68) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Venice Mestre to Trieste costing on average $96 (€79).
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 22m.
Ferry takes on average 3h 0m.
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 Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity, 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 Venice Mestre to Trieste trains for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3431 | 6:51 AM Venice Mestre | 1h53 | 8:44 AM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 16735 · Regionale 23039 | 6:55 AM Venice Mestre | 2h26 | 9:21 AM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3872 | 7:14 AM Venice Mestre | 2h48 | 10:02 AM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3433 | 7:51 AM Venice Mestre | 1h53 | 9:44 AM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3579 | 8:51 AM Venice Mestre | 1h53 | 10:44 AM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3435 | 9:51 AM Venice Mestre | 1h57 | 11:48 AM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9707 | 10:11 AM Venice Mestre | 1h54 | 12:05 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3876 | 10:14 AM Venice Mestre | 2h53 | 1:07 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3437 | 10:51 AM Venice Mestre | 1h53 | 12:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3438 | 12:14 PM Venice Mestre | 2h48 | 3:02 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3567 | 12:51 PM Venice Mestre | 1h53 | 2:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3439 | 1:51 PM Venice Mestre | 1h53 | 3:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3884 | 2:14 PM Venice Mestre | 2h48 | 5:02 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3569 | 2:51 PM Venice Mestre | 1h53 | 4:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3441 | 3:51 PM Venice Mestre | 1h53 | 5:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3888 | 4:14 PM Venice Mestre | 2h48 | 7:02 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 588 | 4:40 PM Venice Mestre | 1h57 | 6:37 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3571 | 4:51 PM Venice Mestre | 1h53 | 6:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 5:40 PM Venice Mestre | 1h47 | 7:27 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3443 | 5:51 PM Venice Mestre | 1h53 | 7:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3892 | 6:14 PM Venice Mestre | 2h50 | 9:04 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3581 | 6:51 PM Venice Mestre | 1h53 | 8:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8918 | 6:55 PM Venice Mestre | 2h01 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 7:40 PM Venice Mestre | 1h47 | 9:27 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3445 | 7:51 PM Venice Mestre | 1h53 | 9:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 8:10 PM Venice Mestre | 1h45 | 9:55 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3896 | 8:14 PM Venice Mestre | 2h48 | 11:02 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 592 | 9:51 PM Venice Mestre | 1h47 | 11:38 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9759 | 10:10 PM Venice Mestre | 1h35 | 11:45 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3447 | 10:51 PM Venice Mestre | 1h53 | 12:44 AM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3455 | 5:49 AM Venice Mestre | 1h55 | 7:44 AM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 774 | 6:10 AM Venice Mestre | 3h47 | 9:57 AM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Venice Mestre to Trieste run on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:11, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (122 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 8:11 AM |
Last train 9:51 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.
House museum with aristocratic interiors, decorative arts, paintings and a garden near the seafront.
Museum focused on Trieste’s maritime history, ship models and the city’s long connection to the Adriatic.
Trieste’s monumental main square facing the sea, central to city life and one of Italy’s grandest waterfront plazas.
Famous panoramic walking path between Opicina and Prosecco, highly popular for views over Trieste and the sea.
Scenic coastal park surrounding Miramare Castle, with gardens, paths and classic Gulf viewpoints.
Hearty Triestine soup with sauerkraut, beans, potatoes, and often pork. It reflects the city’s Central European and Slavic influences.
Trieste’s version of goulash, usually a slow-cooked beef stew with paprika, served with bread or polenta. A classic of the city’s Austro-Hungarian heritage.
Mixed boiled pork platter, traditionally eaten at old buffet-style eateries in Trieste. It is one of the city’s most distinctive everyday specialties.
Elegant fine dining restaurant in central Trieste, known for polished service, creative cuisine, and a high-end experience.
Historic, established trattoria known for Triestine and Karst dishes, grilled meats, game, and traditional hospitality in an old-world setting.
Well-regarded seafood trattoria focusing on fresh Adriatic fish and a refined but relaxed atmosphere, popular for authentic regional cooking.
Prices are moderate by Italian standards: coffee and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and seafront dining cost more.
Service is often included or modest. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafes, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
Official public transport app
Trieste Centrale -> Piazza Unità d'Italia, Trieste
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice Mestre 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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