The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bologna to Trieste
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Buses per day
12
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 £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 12 buses that leave Bologna for Trieste every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 231 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 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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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for Bologna to Trieste
Omio 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 prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 3h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a ferry costs an average of £74.
Distance: 231 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price | £74 Average Price |
4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m 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 |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Trieste bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Trieste coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 01:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h30 | 05:25 Trieste, Autostazione | 0 changesdirect | |
064 | 03:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h20 | 07:30 Trieste, Autostazione | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 03:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h40 | 07:55 Trieste, Autostazione | 0 changesdirect | |
2792 | 03:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h10 | 08:50 Trieste, Central Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 05:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h35 | 11:15 Trieste, Autostazione | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h15 | 15:15 Trieste, Autostazione | 0 changesdirect | |
2790 | 13:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h50 | 18:35 Trieste, Central Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
2728 · 2891 | 21:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h30 | 02:40 Trieste, Central Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Trieste
Buses from Bologna to Trieste run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest coach covers the 231 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 231 km |
Average bus duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:54 |
Bus providers: Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Bologna to TriesteYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Trieste with Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bologna to Trieste coach
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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Trieste, Autostazione, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Trieste
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 81, 91
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
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