The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rome to Trieste
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
9 h 5 m
Average duration
9 h 25 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
430 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rome to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Trieste will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 7 buses that leave Rome for Trieste every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 430 km distance in an average of 9 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 40 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.
FlixBus12:209h15Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina21:35Trieste, Autostazione£181One-way0 changes
FlixBus21:209h05Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina6:25Trieste, Autostazione£201One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:059h40Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina8:45Trieste, Autostazione£471One-way0 changes
279010:009h35Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina19:35Trieste, Central Bus Station£551One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus7:3011h40Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina19:10Trieste, Autostazione£581One-way1 change
FlixBus21:209h05Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina6:25Trieste, Autostazione£201One-way0 changes
FlixBus12:209h15Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina21:35Trieste, Autostazione£181One-way0 changes
054 · 06423:009h30Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina8:30Trieste, Autostazione£591One-way1 change
279010:009h35Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina19:35Trieste, Central Bus Station£551One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:059h40Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina8:45Trieste, Autostazione£471One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Rome to Trieste
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £76.
Distance: 430 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price | £172 Average Price |
10h 7m Average total duration 9h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 37m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration Fastest 5h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rome to Trieste bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Trieste coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 11h40 | 19:10 Trieste, Autostazione | 1 change | |
2790 | 10:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h35 | 19:35 Trieste, Central Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h15 | 21:35 Trieste, Autostazione | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:25 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 13h00 | 6:25 Trieste, Autostazione | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 21:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h05 | 6:25 Trieste, Autostazione | 0 changesdirect | |
054 · 064 | 23:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h30 | 8:30 Trieste, Autostazione | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 23:05 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h40 | 8:45 Trieste, Autostazione | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Itabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Marino Autolinee or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Rome to Trieste.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Marino Autolinee or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Rome to Trieste.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Trieste
Buses from Rome to Trieste run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 430 km distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 430 km |
Average bus duration 9h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 5m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus from Rome to TriesteYou can travel by bus between Rome to Trieste with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Rome to Trieste coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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.

- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% 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.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rome and Trieste
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ristorante Italiano (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 520, 720 Train: Leonardo Express
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