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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
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
40 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Piran to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Piran to Trieste will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £9.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Piran for Trieste every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 01 Aug the direct ferries cover the 21 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest ferries will take 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.
LIBERTY LINES
LIBERTY LINESOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Piran to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £11, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 11 nautical miles (21 km)
| Ferry | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price |
1h 57m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular ferry company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 08:55 | Arrival Time 11:55 | Duration 3h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 18:25 | Arrival Time 20:50 | Duration 2h25 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Liberty Lines S.P.A. | Departure Time 21:40 | Arrival Time 22:20 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Fri |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 11:05 | Arrival Time 11:50 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 20:15 | Arrival Time 20:55 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 19:40 | Arrival Time 20:20 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Piran to Trieste ferries for today, Friday 31 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:40 Piran | 0h40 | 22:20 Trieste | 0 changesdirect | |
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Ferries from Piran to Trieste run on average 1 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 08:00, the last at 20:15. The fastest ferry covers the 11 nautical miles (21 km) distance in 40m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Piran to Trieste are available to foot passengers.

Distance 11 nautical miles (21 km) |
Average sailing duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 40m |
First ferry 8:00 |
Last ferry 20:15 |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 5 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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Porto di Trieste -> Piazza dell’Unità d’Italia, Trieste
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piran to Trieste by ferry. 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 ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Piran to Trieste ferries use the Port of Piran to Port of Trieste port pair. Use this guide to compare Piran and Trieste ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Piran has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Fritolin Pri Cantini (0.3km), Pavel 2 (0.4km), Riva (0.5km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piran.
Available at Port of Piran: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Port of Piran: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piran.
Port of Trieste is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Port of Trieste has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Trieste.
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