How to travel from Trieste to Florence

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Trieste to Florence

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 40m. 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 train costs an average of €25, while a flight costs an average of €357.

Distance: 179 miles (289 km)

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€25

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€33

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€98

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4h 40m

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4h 10m

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7h 8m

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4h 56m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Trieste to Florence is a train with an average price of €25.

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

A train is €8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Trieste to Florence costing on average €33.

A train is €332 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Trieste to Florence costing on average €357.

The fastest way to travel from Trieste to Florence is by train with an average journey time of 4h 40m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 56m.

Bus takes on average 7h 8m.

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

The journey is about 2m faster (4h 10m by train vs 4h 12m by car) and roughly €73 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€25 vs €98). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Trieste to Florence

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:20 AM5h40
    Trieste, Autostazione
    2:00 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    €201One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:20 AM5h40
    Trieste, Autostazione
    2:00 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    €201One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • ITAAZ1360 · AZ1679
    3:15 PM3h00
    Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    6:15 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    €1501One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3406 · Regionale Veloce 3985 · Regionale 17851
    3:16 PM6h54
    Trieste Centrale
    10:10 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    €351One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3406 · Regionale Veloce 3985 · Regionale 17851
    3:16 PM6h54
    Trieste Centrale
    10:10 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    €351One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3406 · Regionale Veloce 3985+IntercityIntercity 599
    3:16 PM6h06
    Trieste Centrale
    9:22 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    €401One-way
    2 transfers
  • Itabus2797
    10:00 AM6h20
    Trieste, Central Bus Station
    4:20 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    €201One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:25 AM6h40
    Trieste, Autostazione
    6:05 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    €251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Itabus2771
    7:25 PM6h20
    Trieste, Central Bus Station
    1:45 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    €251One-way
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ1364 · AZ1681
    7:15 PM3h25
    Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    10:40 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    €1501One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1358 · AZ1677
    11:15 AM3h30
    Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    2:45 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    €1501One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1356 · AZ1675
    6:35 AM4h00
    Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
    10:35 AMFlorence Peretola Airport
    €1951One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Trieste to Florence

Travel to Florence 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 Trieste to Florence.

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There are 3 options to travel between Trieste and Florence including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Trieste to Florence is a train with an average price of €25.

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

A train is €8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Trieste to Florence costing on average €33.

A train is €332 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Trieste to Florence costing on average €357.

The fastest way to travel from Trieste to Florence is by train with an average journey time of 4h 40m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 56m.

Bus takes on average 7h 8m.

The distance from Trieste to Florence is approximately 179 miles (289 km).
The average frequency per day from Trieste to Florence is:
  • Around 49 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 4 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Trieste and Florence 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 Trieste to Florence:
  • Flights mostly depart from Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Trieste Centrale and arrive in Florence Santa Maria Novella.
  • Buses mostly depart from Trieste, Autostazione and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Rovinj and arrive in Cesenatico.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Trieste to Florence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Intercity, Italo, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity Notte to go to Florence by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee, GoOpti to go to Florence by bus.
  • Travel with ITA, Air Dolomiti, Luxair to go to Florence by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Trieste to Florence with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct trains per day with Intercity, Italo, Intercity Notte.
  • 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Itabus, GoOpti.
Omio customers who travel from Trieste to Florence often also extend their vacation to go to Rome, Pisa, Venice, Milan, Bologna. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Florence and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Florence to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Florence, you can climb to Piazzale Michelangelo for panoramic views of the city's skyline, visit the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo's David, and take a cooking class to master traditional Tuscan dishes. Enjoy a wine tasting tour in the Chianti region and explore the vibrant San Lorenzo Market. Don't miss the iconic Florence Cathedral with its stunning dome, the Uffizi Gallery for masterpieces by Botticelli and Michelangelo, and Ponte Vecchio for its historic charm. Visit Palazzo Vecchio, a medieval fortress-palace, and the elegant Boboli Gardens behind Pitti Palace.
To fully experience Florence, plan for at least 3 to 4 days to explore its rich history, art, and architecture, including must-sees like the Uffizi Gallery, Florence Cathedral, and Ponte Vecchio.

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