How to travel from Ferrara to Trieste

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Compare train, bus, ferry, and flight for Ferrara to Trieste

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Ferrara to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €23, while a flight costs an average of €579.

Distance: 119 miles (192 km)

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€579

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€315

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4h 23m

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2h 23m

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2h 55m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Ferrara to Trieste is a train with an average price of €23.

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

A train is €67 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Ferrara to Trieste costing on average €90.

A train is €292 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ferrara to Trieste costing on average €315.

A train is €556 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ferrara to Trieste costing on average €579.

The fastest way to travel from Ferrara to Trieste is by train with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Trieste take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 15m.

Flight takes on average 4h 23m.

Ferry takes on average 4h 29m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between Ferrara and Trieste including taking a train, bus, ferry, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Ferrara to Trieste among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 32m sooner (2h 23m by flight vs 2h 55m by car). Tickets start at around €579 compared to roughly €62 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Ferrara to Trieste

How to get from Ferrara to Trieste by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Ferrara to Trieste is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:25 AM4h50
    Ferrara, Piazzale della Stazione
    12:15 PMTrieste, Autostazione
    241One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:25 AM4h50
    Ferrara, Piazzale della Stazione
    12:15 PMTrieste, Autostazione
    241One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9422 · FRECCIAROSSA 9737
    4:29 PM2h58
    Ferrara station
    7:27 PMTrieste Centrale
    581One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • RegionaleAutobus TTPER B5316 · Regionale Veloce 3990 · Regionale Veloce 3861
    6:45 PM4h10
    Ferrara Via Boschetto
    10:55 PMTrieste Centrale
    241One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleAutobus TTPER B5314 · Regionale Veloce 3982 · Regionale Veloce 3443
    3:15 PM4h29
    Ferrara Via Boschetto
    7:44 PMTrieste Centrale
    241One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleAutobus TTPER B5386 · Regionale Veloce 3980 · Regionale Veloce 3571
    2:12 PM4h32
    Ferrara Via Boschetto
    6:44 PMTrieste Centrale
    241One-way
    2 transfers
  • GoOpti
    11:40 PM3h15
    Ferrara, Piazzale della Stazione
    2:55 AMTrieste, Central Bus Station
    631One-way
    0 transfers
  • GoOpti
    11:40 PM3h15
    Ferrara, Piazzale della Stazione
    2:55 AMTrieste, NH Hotel
    631One-way
    0 transfers
  • GoOpti
    11:40 PM3h15
    Ferrara, Piazzale della Stazione
    2:55 AMTrieste, Piazza Oberdan
    641One-way
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ1480 · AZ1363
    7:10 PM3h45
    Venice Marco Polo Airport
    10:55 PMTrieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    6491One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1460 · AZ1357
    6:15 AM4h10
    Venice Marco Polo Airport
    10:25 AMTrieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    7121One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Ferrara to Trieste

Travel to Trieste easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ferrara to Trieste.

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There are 4 options to travel between Ferrara and Trieste including taking a train, bus, ferry, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Ferrara to Trieste is a train with an average price of €23.

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

A train is €67 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Ferrara to Trieste costing on average €90.

A train is €292 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ferrara to Trieste costing on average €315.

A train is €556 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ferrara to Trieste costing on average €579.

The fastest way to travel from Ferrara to Trieste is by train with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Trieste take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 15m.

Flight takes on average 4h 23m.

Ferry takes on average 4h 29m.

The distance from Ferrara to Trieste is approximately 119 miles (192 km).
The average frequency per day from Ferrara to Trieste is:
  • Around 63 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 3 ferries per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ferrara to Trieste:
  • Flights mostly depart from Venice Marco Polo Airport and arrive in Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Ferrara station and arrive in Trieste Centrale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ferrara, Piazzale della Stazione and arrive in Trieste, Piazza Oberdan.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Venice and arrive in Port of Poreč.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ferrara to Trieste, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, ITA to go to Trieste by flight.
  • Travel with Intercity, Frecciarossa, Italo, Regionale, Intercity Notte to go to Trieste by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Itabus, GoOpti to go to Trieste by bus.
  • Travel with Gomo Viaggi, KOMPAS to go to Trieste by ferry.
Yes, there are direct services available from Ferrara to Trieste with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct trains per day with Intercity, Italo, Intercity Notte.
  • 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Itabus, GoOpti.
  • 3 direct ferries per day with Gomo Viaggi, KOMPAS.
Omio customers who travel from Ferrara 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.

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