How to travel from Ljubljana to Trieste

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

The cheapest way to travel from Ljubljana to Trieste is a bus with an average price of €15.

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

A bus is €32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ljubljana to Trieste costing on average €48.

The fastest way to travel from Ljubljana to Trieste is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 57m.

Other travel options to Trieste take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 34m.

The distance from Ljubljana to Trieste is approximately 44 miles (72 km).

The average frequency per day from Ljubljana to Trieste is:

• Around 85 buses per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.

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

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

• Trains mostly depart from Ljubljana station and arrive in Trieste Centrale.
• Buses mostly depart from Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja and arrive in Trieste, Autostazione.
• Ferries mostly depart from Port of Piran and arrive in Port of Trieste.

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

• Travel with FlixBus, Itabus, GoOpti, Nomago, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni International to go to Trieste by bus.
• Travel with ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | REX to go to Trieste by train.

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

• 85 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Itabus, GoOpti, Nomago, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni International.
• 1 direct trains per day with ÖBB | Euro City (EC).

Omio customers who travel from Ljubljana to Trieste often also extend their vacation to go to Venice, Rome, Milan, Pula, Naples. 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.