- Must visit
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 07 Sept
£40
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£57
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
4 h 53 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
5 h 1 m
Trains on 07 Sept
24
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolzano to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolzano to Trieste will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
To travel from Bolzano to Trieste you need to make at least one change.
Regionale 16691 · Regionale Veloce 3489 · Regionale Veloce 3435
Regionale 16689 · Regionale Veloce 3507 · Regionale Veloce 3581
Regionale Veloce 3845 · Regionale Veloce 3547 · Regionale Veloce 3445
Regionale 3843 · Regionale Veloce 3505 · Regionale Veloce 3443
Regionale 3463 · Regionale Veloce 3485 · Regionale Veloce 3437
FRECCIAROSSA 8507 · FRECCIAROSSA 9707
Regionale Veloce 3845+
FRECCIAROSSA 9749
Regionale 3843+
FRECCIAROSSA 9737
Regionale Veloce 3847+
FRECCIAROSSA 9757+
Intercity 592
Regionale SAD 16734 · Regionale Veloce 3845+
FRECCIAROSSA 9749Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolzano to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £38, while a coach costs an average of £45.
Distance: 211 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price | £62 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 32m Average total duration 7h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bolzano to Trieste:
A train is £7 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bolzano to Trieste costing on average £45.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 2m.
Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £62 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £23. The journey takes 4h 47m versus 4h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bolzano to Trieste trains for today, Sunday 6 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Regionale 17158 · Regionale 3843+ FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 13:49 Kaiserau | 5h38 | 19:27 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17158 · Regionale 3843+ FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 13:52 Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 5h35 | 19:27 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 3843+ FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 14:25 Bolzano/Bozen | 5h02 | 19:27 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 3843 · Regionale Veloce 3505 · Regionale Veloce 3443 | 14:25 Bolzano/Bozen | 5h19 | 19:44 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17178 · Regionale Veloce 3845+ FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 15:49 Kaiserau | 5h38 | 21:27 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale SAD 16270 · Regionale Veloce 3845+ FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 16:20 Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 5h07 | 21:27 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3845+ FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 16:31 Bolzano/Bozen | 4h56 | 21:27 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3845 · Regionale Veloce 3547 · Regionale Veloce 3445 | 16:31 Bolzano/Bozen | 5h13 | 21:44 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17264+ FRECCIAROSSA 8529+ Intercity 592 | 16:49 Kaiserau | 6h49 | 23:38 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17264+ FRECCIAROSSA 8529+ Intercity 592 | 16:52 Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 6h46 | 23:38 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8529+ Intercity 592 | 17:10 Bolzano/Bozen | 6h28 | 23:38 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 17268 · Regionale Veloce 3847+ FRECCIAROSSA 9759 | 17:49 Kaiserau | 5h56 | 23:45 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale SAD 22440 · Regionale Veloce 3847+ FRECCIAROSSA 9759 | 18:20 Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 5h25 | 23:45 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3847+ FRECCIAROSSA 9757+ Intercity 592 | 18:31 Bolzano/Bozen | 5h07 | 23:38 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3847+ FRECCIAROSSA 9759 | 18:31 Bolzano/Bozen | 5h14 | 23:45 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3847 · Regionale Veloce 3501 · Regionale Veloce 3447 | 18:31 Bolzano/Bozen | 6h13 | 0:44 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
| Monday 7 September | |||||
Regionale 16691 · Regionale Veloce 3489 · Regionale Veloce 3435 | 5:36 Bolzano/Bozen | 6h12 | 11:48 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 16031+ FRECCIAROSSA 9705+ Regionale Veloce 3435 | 6:20 Bolzano/Bozen | 5h28 | 11:48 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17100+ FRECCIAROSSA 8507 · FRECCIAROSSA 9707 | 6:37 Kaiserau | 5h28 | 12:05 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17100+ FRECCIAROSSA 8507 · FRECCIAROSSA 9707 | 6:40 Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 5h25 | 12:05 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8507 · FRECCIAROSSA 9707 | 7:12 Bolzano/Bozen | 4h53 | 12:05 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 3463 · Regionale Veloce 3485 · Regionale Veloce 3437 | 7:31 Bolzano/Bozen | 5h13 | 12:44 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 16667 · Regionale Veloce 3513 · Regionale Veloce 3567 | 8:36 Bolzano/Bozen | 6h08 | 14:44 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 3841 · Regionale Veloce 3499 · Regionale Veloce 3441 | 12:31 Bolzano/Bozen | 5h13 | 17:44 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Bolzano to Trieste run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 211 km distance in 4h 53m.
Distance 211 km |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 4h 53m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 22:06 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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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 Centrale -> Piazza Unità d’Italia, Trieste
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolzano to Trieste by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bolzano to Trieste trains use the Bolzano-Bozen to Trieste Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolzano and Trieste train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bolzano-Bozen is 1 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolzano-Bozen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Laurin, Restaurant Anita
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bolzano-Bozen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bolzano-Bozen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bolzano-Bozen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bolzano-Bozen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolzano-Bozen: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Laurin, Hotel Greif, Four Points by Sheraton Bolzano.
Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud is 2 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud.
Available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Kaiserau is 1 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Kaiserau has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Kaiserau.
ATMs are available at Kaiserau.
Available at Kaiserau: Parking, WC.
Available at Kaiserau: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kaiserau.
Trieste Centrale is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Buffet da Pepi, Trattoria Nerodiseppia
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Trieste Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Trieste Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste Centrale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste, Hotel Continentale, NH Trieste.
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