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Museo Revoltella
A major modern and contemporary art museum in a former warehouse, known for Italian and regional collections and seafront setting.
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£8
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£18
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
3 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
4 h 27 m
Buses on 29 Aug
7
Distance
231 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bologna to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Trieste will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 7 buses from Bologna to Trieste, including 7 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 231 km distance in an average of 4 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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2772Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 4h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a flight costs an average of £159.
Distance: 231 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Ferry |
|---|---|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price | £159 Average Price | £81 Average Price |
4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Trieste coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 6h10 | 2:45 Trieste, Autostazione | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 8h40 | 7:05 Trieste, Autostazione | 1 change | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
2772 | 2:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h55 | 7:40 Trieste, Central Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h30 | 6:25 Trieste, Autostazione | 0 changesdirect | |
064 | 4:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h20 | 8:30 Trieste, Autostazione | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h40 | 8:55 Trieste, Autostazione | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h35 | 12:15 Trieste, Autostazione | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h15 | 16:15 Trieste, Autostazione | 0 changesdirect | |
2790 | 14:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h50 | 19:35 Trieste, Central Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Bologna to Trieste run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 231 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 231 km |
Average bus duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Trieste — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Trieste trip today.
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Moderate for Italy: meals and hotels are usually cheaper than Venice or Milan, while local buses and coffee stay fairly affordable.
Service is often included or modest. Round up in cafés and taxis, and leave €1-2 or about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Trieste by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Trieste buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) to Trieste, Autostazione station pair, with some services arriving at Trieste, Centrale. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Trieste bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Elevators, ramps.
Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the arrivals area.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna.
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna: Elevators, ramps.
Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt. ATMs are available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
Available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt: Ramp access available for buses.
Trieste, Centrale is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste, Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There is a small cafe inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi is available in the waiting area. ATMs are an ATM is located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Trieste, Centrale.
Available at Trieste, Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste, Centrale: Wheelchair access is available throughout the station.
Trieste, Piazza Oberdan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Trieste, Piazza Oberdan. ATMs are available at Trieste, Piazza Oberdan.
Ticket office support is available at Trieste, Piazza Oberdan.
Available at Trieste, Piazza Oberdan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste, Piazza Oberdan.
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