The cheapest and fastest coaches from Budapest to Trieste
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
9 h
Buses per day
4
Distance
451 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Budapest to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Trieste will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
Of the 4 buses that leave Budapest for Trieste every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 451 km distance in an average of 9 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 25 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.
FlixBus19:007h35Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar2:35Trieste, Autostazione£351One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:457h50Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás17:35Trieste, Autostazione£361One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:258h10Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar17:35Trieste, Autostazione£361One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus17:1012h25Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér5:35Trieste, Autostazione£661One-way1 change
FlixBus19:007h35Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar2:35Trieste, Autostazione£351One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:457h50Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás17:35Trieste, Autostazione£361One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:258h10Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar17:35Trieste, Autostazione£361One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus17:1012h25Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér5:35Trieste, Autostazione£661One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Budapest to Trieste
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £138.
Distance: 451 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£35 Average Price Cheapest | £81 Average Price | £332 Average Price |
7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 14m Average total duration 9h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Trieste bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Trieste coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 21 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 9:25 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 8h10 | 17:35 Trieste, Autostazione | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h50 | 17:35 Trieste, Autostazione | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:10 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 12h25 | 5:35 Trieste, Autostazione | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 19:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h35 | 2:35 Trieste, Autostazione | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Trieste
Buses from Budapest to Trieste run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 451 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 451 km |
Average bus duration 7h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus from Budapest to TriesteYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Trieste with FlixBus, Infobus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Budapest to Trieste coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest 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.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Trieste
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
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