- Must visit
Museo Revoltella
Major modern art museum in Trieste, housed in a historic palace with contemporary exhibition spaces and a notable collection of 19th- to 20th-century works.
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Santa Lucia to Trieste Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice Santa Lucia to Trieste Centrale will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 28 trains that leave Venice Santa Lucia for Trieste Centrale on Sat, Jun 20, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 5 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 16292 · Regionale Veloce 3455
Regionale Veloce 3447
Regionale Veloce 3439
Regionale Veloce 3441
Regionale Veloce 3569
Regionale Veloce 3993+
FRECCIAROSSA 9759
Regionale Veloce 3447
Regionale Veloce 3439
Regionale Veloce 3441
Regionale Veloce 3569Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice Santa Lucia to Trieste Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a ferry costs an average of $10.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price | $76 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Venice Santa Lucia to Trieste Centrale:
A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Venice Santa Lucia to Trieste Centrale costing on average $27 (€22).
A train is $55 (€46) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Venice Santa Lucia to Trieste Centrale costing on average $76 (€62).
Other travel options to Trieste Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 20m.
Ferry takes on average 2h 57m.
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, Intercity, Intercity Notte, 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 Santa Lucia to Trieste Centrale trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3435 | 9:39 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h09 | 11:48 AM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 16466+ FRECCIAROSSA 9707 | 9:43 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h22 | 12:05 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3437 | 10:39 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h05 | 12:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3438 | 12:01 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h05 | 3:06 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3567 | 12:39 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h05 | 2:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3439 | 1:39 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h05 | 3:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3884 | 2:01 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h01 | 5:02 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3569 | 2:39 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h05 | 4:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3614 | 3:01 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h01 | 6:02 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3441 | 3:39 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h05 | 5:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3888 | 4:01 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h01 | 7:02 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 16806+ Intercity 588 | 4:13 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h24 | 6:37 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3571 | 4:39 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h05 | 6:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3618 | 5:01 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h01 | 8:02 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 16812+ FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 5:13 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h14 | 7:27 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3443 | 5:39 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h05 | 7:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3892 | 6:01 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h03 | 9:04 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3581 | 6:39 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h05 | 8:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 16822+ FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 7:13 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h14 | 9:27 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3445 | 7:39 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h05 | 9:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 16824+ FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 7:43 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h12 | 9:55 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3896 | 8:01 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h01 | 11:02 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3861 | 9:01 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h54 | 10:55 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 16830+ Intercity 592 | 9:13 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h25 | 11:38 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3993+ FRECCIAROSSA 9759 | 9:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h05 | 11:45 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3447 · Treno 3447 effettuato con BUS TSM01 | 10:39 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h29 | 1:08 AM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
Regionale 16292 · Regionale Veloce 3455 | 5:27 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h17 | 7:44 AM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3431 | 6:39 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h05 | 8:44 AM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3872 | 7:01 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h01 | 10:02 AM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 16764 | 7:13 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h29 | 10:42 AM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3433 | 7:39 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h05 | 9:44 AM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Venice Santa Lucia to Trieste Centrale run on average 33 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by ferry.
There are 25 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 14:39, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 25 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 2:39 PM |
Last train 9:39 PM |
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Discover the best of Trieste Centrale — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Trieste Centrale trip today.
Major modern art museum in Trieste, housed in a historic palace with contemporary exhibition spaces and a notable collection of 19th- to 20th-century works.
Museum and national memorial at the former Nazi detention and extermination camp, one of the city’s most important historical sites.
Elegant villa museum with historic interiors, decorative arts, paintings, and a quieter atmosphere that appeals to visitors seeking a local favorite.
Beloved pier extending into the Adriatic, ideal for sea views, sunsets, and classic Trieste photo opportunities.
Popular seafront district for walking and relaxing by the water, especially favored at sunset and in warmer months.
Landscaped seaside park surrounding Miramare Castle, ideal for combining coastal scenery with gardens and historical ambience.
A hearty Triestine soup of sauerkraut or turnip, beans, potatoes, and pork, reflecting the city’s Central European influences.
Trieste’s version of goulash, slowly cooked beef stew with paprika, often served with polenta or bread, showing Austro-Hungarian heritage.
Sweet-and-sour braised cabbage, a classic local side dish with clear Slavic influence, often paired with pork dishes.
Well-regarded seafood restaurant specializing in fresh Adriatic fish and refined local dishes in a relaxed modern setting.
Established fine-dining restaurant near the old city, known for polished seafood cuisine and an intimate, classic atmosphere.
Long-running traditional restaurant known for Triestine and Karst cuisine, grilled meats, game, and a rustic elegant atmosphere.
Generally moderate by Italian standards: coffee and casual meals are affordable, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Small change is fine in cafés; round up taxis.
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Trieste Centrale, Trieste -> Piazza Unità d'Italia, Trieste
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice Santa Lucia to Trieste Centrale 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 Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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