How to travel from Bologna to Trieste

There are 2 options to travel between Bologna and Trieste including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Trieste is a bus with an average price of €13.

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Trieste:

A bus is €16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Trieste costing on average €28.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Trieste is by train with an average journey time of 3h 55m.

Other travel options to Trieste take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 27m.

The distance from Bologna to Trieste is approximately 143 miles (231 km).

The average frequency per day from Bologna to Trieste is:

• Around 34 trains per day.
• Around 9 buses per day.
• Around 1 ferries per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna and Trieste as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Trieste:

• Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Trieste Centrale.
• Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Trieste, Autostazione.
• Ferries mostly depart from Port of Venice and arrive in Port of Rovinj.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Trieste, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, M&M Travel to go to Trieste by bus.
• Travel with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte to go to Trieste by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Bologna to Trieste with the following travel companies:

• 6 direct buses per day with Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, M&M Travel.
• 5 direct trains per day with Intercity, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte.

Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Trieste often also extend their vacation to go to Venice, Ljubljana, Rome, Milan, Pula. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Trieste and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Trieste to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Trieste, explore the vibrant Mercato Coperto for local produce, take a scenic walk along the Rilke Trail, and visit the impressive Grotta Gigante cave. Enjoy a coffee at the historic Caffè San Marco and attend a performance at Teatro Verdi. Key sights include Piazza Unità d'Italia, Miramare Castle, Trieste Cathedral, Canal Grande, and Museo Revoltella.

To experience the highlights of Trieste, including its historic architecture, vibrant piazzas, and beautiful coastline, a stay of 2 to 3 days is generally recommended.