How to travel from Venice to Trieste

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Compare train, bus, and ferry for Venice to Trieste

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 53m. 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 bus costs an average of $9, while a ferry costs an average of $110.

Distance: 72 miles (116 km)

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$18

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$9

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$110

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$33

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2h 53m

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2h 23m

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2h 54m

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2h 24m

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3h 56m

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2h 56m

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1h 48m

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The cheapest way to travel from Venice to Trieste is a bus with an average price of $9.

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

A bus is $9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Trieste costing on average $18.

A bus is $101 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Venice to Trieste costing on average $110.

The fastest way to travel from Venice to Trieste is by train with an average journey time of 2h 53m.

Other travel options to Trieste take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 54m.

Ferry takes on average 3h 56m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Venice and Trieste including taking a train, bus, and ferry.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Venice to Trieste among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $18 compared to roughly $33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $15. The journey takes 2h 23m versus 1h 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Venice to Trieste

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

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bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:55 AM2h50
    Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti
    8:45 AMTrieste, Autostazione
    $71One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:55 AM2h50
    Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti
    8:45 AMTrieste, Autostazione
    $71One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9759
    10:10 PM1h35
    Venice Mestre
    11:45 PMTrieste Centrale
    $351One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3455
    5:49 AM1h55
    Venice Mestre
    7:44 AMTrieste Centrale
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 16735 · Regionale 23039
    7:03 AM2h18
    Venezia Carpenedo
    9:21 AMTrieste Centrale
    $181One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale 17055 · Regionale 23043
    5:31 PM2h50
    Venezia Carpenedo
    8:21 PMTrieste Centrale
    $181One-way
    1 transfer
  • Itabus2891
    1:50 PM1h50
    Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia
    3:40 PMTrieste, Central Bus Station
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • Itabus2805
    4:55 PM1h50
    Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia
    6:45 PMTrieste, Central Bus Station
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • Itabus2790
    5:45 PM1h50
    Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia
    7:35 PMTrieste, Central Bus Station
    $71One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Venice to Trieste

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Venice to Trieste, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Venice to Trieste and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Venice 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 Venice to Trieste.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Venice and Trieste including taking a train, bus, and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Venice to Trieste is a bus with an average price of $9.

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

A bus is $9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Trieste costing on average $18.

A bus is $101 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Venice to Trieste costing on average $110.

The fastest way to travel from Venice to Trieste is by train with an average journey time of 2h 53m.

Other travel options to Trieste take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 54m.

Ferry takes on average 3h 56m.

The distance from Venice to Trieste is approximately 72 miles (116 km).
The average frequency per day from Venice to Trieste is:
  • Around 85 buses per day.
  • Around 42 trains per day.
  • Around 2 ferries per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Venice to Trieste:
  • Trains mostly depart from Venice Mestre and arrive in Trieste Centrale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia and arrive in Trieste, Autostazione.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Venice and arrive in Port of Poreč.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Venice to Trieste, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KOMPAS, Venezia Lines to go to Trieste by ferry.
  • Travel with FlixBus, GoOpti, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, ACTV — Azienda del Consorzio Trasporti Veneziano to go to Trieste by bus.
  • Travel with Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Intercity Notte to go to Trieste by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Venice to Trieste with the following travel companies:
  • 85 direct buses per day with FlixBus, GoOpti, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, Infobus.
  • 39 direct trains per day with Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Intercity Notte.
Omio customers who travel from Venice to Trieste often also extend their vacation to go to Ljubljana, 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.

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