- 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
£77
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
12 h 39 m
Average duration
12 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
529 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ventimiglia to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ventimiglia to Trieste will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ventimiglia for Trieste every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 529 km distance in an average of 12 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 h 39 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ventimiglia to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 529 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£70 Average Price | £68 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 8m Average total duration Fastest 8h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 55m Average total duration 13h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Ventimiglia to Trieste trains for today, Saturday 8 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:59 Ventimiglia | 12h39 | 21:38 Trieste | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Ventimiglia to Trieste run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £44 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 18:47. The fastest train covers the 529 km distance in 8h 28m.
Distance 529 km |
Average train duration 8h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 28m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 18:47 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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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 Ventimiglia 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 Ventimiglia to Trieste trains use the Ventimiglia Stazione to Trieste Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Ventimiglia and Trieste train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ventimiglia Stazione has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Marco Polo, La Grotta
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ventimiglia Stazione. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ventimiglia Stazione. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ventimiglia Stazione: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ventimiglia Stazione: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ventimiglia Stazione: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sole Mare, Hotel Calypso, Hotel Provenza.
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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