How to travel from Florence to Trieste

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Florence to Trieste

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, while a train costs an average of $37.

Distance: 179 miles (289 km)

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$37

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$119

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5h 39m

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5h 55m

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The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Trieste is a bus with an average price of $19.

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

A bus is $18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Trieste costing on average $37.

A bus is $198 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Trieste costing on average $217.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Trieste is by train with an average journey time of 5h 39m.

Other travel options to Trieste take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 45m.

Bus takes on average 5h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Florence and Trieste including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Florence to Trieste among Omio's users.

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from Florence to Trieste

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Itabus2790
    1:20 PM6h15
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    7:35 PMTrieste, Central Bus Station
    $71One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Itabus2790
    1:20 PM6h15
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    7:35 PMTrieste, Central Bus Station
    $71One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • ITAAZ1684 · AZ1363
    7:00 PM3h55
    Florence Peretola Airport
    10:55 PMTrieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    $1911One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3962 · Regionale Veloce 3435
    4:32 AM7h16
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    11:48 AMTrieste Centrale
    $421One-way
    2 transfers
  • IntercityIntercity 590+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3986 · Regionale Veloce 3445
    3:33 PM6h11
    Florence Rifredi
    9:44 PMTrieste Centrale
    $481One-way
    2 transfers
  • IntercityIntercity 580+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3972 · Regionale Veloce 3567
    8:21 AM6h23
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    2:44 PMTrieste Centrale
    $481One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:30 PM6h55
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    12:25 AMTrieste, Autostazione
    $191One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:20 AM6h55
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    12:15 PMTrieste, Autostazione
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:55 AM7h20
    Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo
    12:15 PMTrieste, Autostazione
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4101 · Regionale 20485+ITAAZ1359
    9:04 AM9h26
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    6:30 PMTrieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    $2111One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4101 · Regionale Veloce 4153 · Regionale 20475+ITAAZ1359
    9:04 AM9h26
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    6:30 PMTrieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    $2111One-way
    3 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4099 · Regionale 20455+ITAAZ1359
    6:35 AM11h55
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    6:30 PMTrieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    $2131One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Florence 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 Florence to Trieste.

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There are 3 options to travel between Florence and Trieste including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Trieste is a bus with an average price of $19.

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

A bus is $18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Trieste costing on average $37.

A bus is $198 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Trieste costing on average $217.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Trieste is by train with an average journey time of 5h 39m.

Other travel options to Trieste take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 45m.

Bus takes on average 5h 55m.

The distance from Florence to Trieste is approximately 179 miles (289 km).
The average frequency per day from Florence to Trieste is:
  • Around 19 trains per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 10 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Florence to Trieste:
  • Flights mostly depart from Florence Peretola Airport and arrive in Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Florence Santa Maria Novella and arrive in Trieste Centrale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) and arrive in Trieste, Autostazione.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Cesenatico and arrive in Port of Rovinj.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Florence to Trieste, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Regionale, Intercity Notte to go to Trieste by train.
  • Travel with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, M&M Travel to go to Trieste by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Florence to Trieste with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct trains per day with Intercity, Italo.
  • 6 direct buses per day with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, M&M Travel.
Omio customers who travel from Florence 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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