How to travel from Rijeka to Trieste

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Compare bus and ferry for Rijeka to Trieste

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rijeka to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr84 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr84, while a bus costs an average of kr84.

Distance: 37 miles (60 km)

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kr84

Average price

Cheapest

kr111

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 14m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 44m

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30m

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1h 14m

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(door-to-door)

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The cheapest way to travel from Rijeka to Trieste is a bus with an average price of kr84.

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

A bus is kr39 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Rijeka to Trieste costing on average kr124.

The fastest way to travel from Rijeka to Trieste is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 14m.

Other travel options to Trieste take longer:

Ferry takes on average 2h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Rijeka and Trieste including taking a bus and ferry.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Rijeka to Trieste among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around kr84 compared to roughly kr111 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr26. The journey takes 1h 44m versus 1h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Rijeka to Trieste

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:00 PM1h50
    Rijeka, Bus Station
    10:50 PMTrieste, Autostazione
    kr791One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:00 PM1h50
    Rijeka, Bus Station
    10:50 PMTrieste, Autostazione
    kr791One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:25 AM1h40
    Rijeka, Bus Station
    9:05 AMTrieste, Autostazione
    kr871One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:25 AM1h55
    Rijeka, Bus Station
    11:20 AMTrieste, Autostazione
    kr911One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:00 AM2h26
    Rijeka, Bus Station
    12:26 PMTrieste, Autostazione
    kr1071One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:30 PM1h40
    Rijeka, Bus Station
    6:10 PMTrieste, Autostazione
    kr2551One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Rijeka 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 Rijeka to Trieste.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Rijeka and Trieste including taking a bus and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Rijeka to Trieste is a bus with an average price of kr84.

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

A bus is kr39 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Rijeka to Trieste costing on average kr124.

The fastest way to travel from Rijeka to Trieste is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 14m.

Other travel options to Trieste take longer:

Ferry takes on average 2h 46m.

The distance from Rijeka to Trieste is approximately 37 miles (60 km).
The average frequency per day from Rijeka to Trieste is:
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 1 ferries per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Rijeka to Trieste:
  • Buses mostly depart from Rijeka, Bus Station and arrive in Trieste, Autostazione.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Poreč and arrive in Port of Trieste.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rijeka to Trieste, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, GoOpti, Itabus, Infobus to go to Trieste by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Rijeka to Trieste:
  • 11 direct buses per day with FlixBus, GoOpti, Itabus, Infobus.
Omio customers who travel from Rijeka 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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