How to travel from Ljubljana to Trieste

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Compare bus and train for Ljubljana to Trieste

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €28, while a bus costs an average of €47.

Distance: 44 miles (72 km)

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1h 56m

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The cheapest way to travel from Ljubljana to Trieste is a train with an average price of €28.

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

A train is €20 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ljubljana to Trieste costing on average €47.

The fastest way to travel from Ljubljana to Trieste is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 56m.

Other travel options to Trieste take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ljubljana and Trieste including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Ljubljana to Trieste among Omio's users.

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from Ljubljana to Trieste

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:15 PM1h30
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    12:45 AMTrieste, Autostazione
    €151One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:15 PM1h30
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    12:45 AMTrieste, Autostazione
    €151One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • GoOpti
    12:35 PM1h15
    Ljubljana, Vosnjakova ulica(Exe Lev)
    1:50 PMTrieste, Central Bus Station
    €311One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBBD 316+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 131
    9:35 AM4h45
    Ljubljana station
    2:20 PMTrieste Centrale
    €571One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:40 PM1h25
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    10:05 PMTrieste, Autostazione
    €161One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:31 PM1h29
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    10:00 PMTrieste, Autostazione
    €161One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:10 AM1h25
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    2:35 AMTrieste, Autostazione
    €161One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Ljubljana to Trieste

The Best Way According to our Users

If you want to travel from Ljubljana to Trieste there are several options available to you. For this route, however, 100,00% of our customers choose the bus as their preferred method of transportation. Nowadays, traveling by bus is a relaxing and entertaining experience. Most bus companies offer different on-board services; ranging from "welcome drinks" to free wi-fi or personal entertainment. For this reason, the bus is often chosen as the best way to get from Ljubljana to Trieste. Bus companies normally offer comfortable journeys for reasonable prices, and if you choose to travel on a night bus you can even save the money of one night in a hotel. For that reason, the bus is most likely the cheapest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana to Trieste.

FAQs
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 train with an average price of €28.

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

A train is €20 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ljubljana to Trieste costing on average €47.

The fastest way to travel from Ljubljana to Trieste is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 56m.

Other travel options to Trieste take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 6m.

The distance from Ljubljana to Trieste is approximately 44 miles (72 km).
The average frequency per day from Ljubljana to Trieste is:
  • Around 95 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, EasyDrive to go to Trieste by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB to go to Trieste by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Ljubljana to Trieste with the following travel companies:
  • 95 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Itabus, GoOpti, Nomago, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, EasyDrive.
  • 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, Vienna, 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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