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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 18 Sept
£37
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£45
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
11 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
11 h 44 m
Buses on 18 Sept
7
Distance
318 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Split to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Split to Trieste will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
To travel from Split to Trieste you need to make at least one change.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Split to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 9h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a flight costs an average of £316.
Distance: 318 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price Cheapest | £316 Average Price | £88 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 38m Average total duration Fastest 9h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 58m Average total duration 11h 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Split to Trieste:
A coach is £270 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Split to Trieste costing on average £316.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Flight takes on average 11h 58m.
Tickets start at around £46 compared to roughly £88 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £42. The journey takes 9h 8m versus 5h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Split to Trieste coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 11h05 | 22:05 Trieste, Autostazione | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 12h10 | 0:45 Trieste, Autostazione | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:00 Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 13h35 | 5:35 Trieste, Autostazione | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:20 Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 11h50 | 9:10 Trieste, Autostazione | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:45 Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 12h05 | 10:50 Trieste, Autostazione | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:59 Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 11h31 | 11:30 Trieste, Autostazione | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 13h10 | 18:10 Trieste, Autostazione | 1 change | |
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Buses from Split to Trieste run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 318 km distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 318 km |
Average bus duration 9h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:15 |
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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.
A major modern and contemporary art museum in a former warehouse, known for Italian and regional collections and seafront setting.
A literary museum dedicated to James Joyce’s years in Trieste, with manuscripts, photographs and material on his local connections.
An imposing former Habsburg residence displaying period interiors, decorative arts and the refined atmosphere of historic Trieste.
Trieste’s grand main square faces the Adriatic and is ideal for architecture, evening light and a first walk through the city centre.
A lively canal lined with historic façades, bridges and boats, perfect for a relaxed walk and classic views of the city.
This hilltop quarter around the cathedral and castle offers Roman remains, quiet lanes and one of Trieste’s best panoramas.
Hearty bean and sauerkraut soup with pork, rooted in Trieste’s Austro-Hungarian and Slavic heritage and commonly eaten in traditional trattorias.
Breaded and fried veal cutlet, a local staple showing Viennese influence in Triestine cooking and usually served with potatoes or salad.
Pork loin baked in a bread crust with ham, a festive Trieste speciality linked to the city’s Central European culinary traditions.
Elegant historic café famed for Triestine coffee, pastries and light meals in a refined literary atmosphere.
Refined seafood restaurant with a longstanding reputation, focused on Adriatic fish in a polished setting near the waterfront.
Historic buffet known for boiled meats, porzina and jota in a lively, old-fashioned Trieste setting.
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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Trieste Central Bus Station -> Piazza Unità d'Italia, Trieste
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Split 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 Split to Trieste buses use the Split, Autobusni Kolodvor to Trieste, Autostazione station pair. Use this guide to compare Split and Trieste bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Split, Autobusni Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Kolodvor (in the station), Bakery Delight (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Split, Autobusni Kolodvor.
Available at Split, Autobusni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Split, Autobusni Kolodvor: Elevators, ramps.
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