The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to Trieste
Cheapest price
£75
Average price
£117
Fastest journey
6 h 38 m
Average duration
7 h 37 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
346 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Trieste will cost around £117 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £75.
Of the 10 trains that leave Vienna 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 346 km distance in an average of 7 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 56 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.
RJX 531 · D 18215:537h00Vienna Hbf12:53Trieste Centrale£751One-way1 change
RJX 531 · D 1821+
S 1 · S 75:197h34Vienna Airport12:53Trieste Centrale£771One-way3 changes
RJX 1376:536h38Vienna Hbf13:31Trieste Centrale£1051One-way0 changes
RJX 137+
IC 5426:346h57Vienna Airport13:31Trieste Centrale£1101One-way1 change
RJX 135+
Regionale Veloce 344712:5311h56Vienna Hbf0:49Trieste Centrale£1331One-way1 change
RJX 1376:536h38Vienna Hbf13:31Trieste Centrale£1051One-way0 changes
RJX 137+
IC 5426:346h57Vienna Airport13:31Trieste Centrale£1101One-way1 change
RJX 531 · D 18215:537h00Vienna Hbf12:53Trieste Centrale£751One-way1 change
RJX 531 · D 1821+
S 1 · S 75:197h34Vienna Airport12:53Trieste Centrale£771One-way3 changes
RJX 133+
Regionale Veloce 35718:539h56Vienna Hbf18:49Trieste Centrale£1331One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Vienna to Trieste
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £235.
Distance: 346 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£96 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest | £419 Average Price |
8h 28m Average total duration 7h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 39m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Vienna to Trieste train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Trieste trains for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 531 · D 1821+ S 1 · S 7 | 5:19 Vienna Airport | 7h34 | 12:53 Trieste Centrale | 3 changes | |
RJX 531 · D 1821 | 5:53 Vienna Hbf | 7h00 | 12:53 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
IC 542+ RJX 137 | 6:34 Vienna Airport | 6h57 | 13:31 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
RJX 137 | 6:53 Vienna Hbf | 6h38 | 13:31 Trieste Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 133+ Regionale Veloce 3571 | 8:53 Vienna Hbf | 9h56 | 18:49 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
RJX 133+ Regionale Veloce 3581 | 8:53 Vienna Hbf | 11h56 | 20:49 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
RJX 133+ Regionale Veloce 3443 | 8:53 Vienna Hbf | 10h56 | 19:49 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
RJX 135+ Regionale Veloce 3447 | 12:53 Vienna Hbf | 11h56 | 0:49 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
RJX 135+ Regionale 16830+ Intercity 592 | 12:53 Vienna Hbf | 10h50 | 23:43 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
RJX 135+ Regionale Veloce 3993+ FRECCIAROSSA 9759 | 12:53 Vienna Hbf | 10h57 | 23:50 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna to Trieste
Trains from Vienna to Trieste run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 346 km distance in 6h 38m.
Distance 346 km |
Average train duration 7h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 38m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity from Vienna to Trieste trainsÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity trains will get you between Vienna and Trieste from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Vienna to Trieste train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vienna and Trieste
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the A4 motorway.
- Café Restaurant Johann Strauss
- Zugvogel
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
- Moxy Vienna Airport
- LifeHotel Vienna Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Green Motion
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: CAT connections
- S-Bahn: Line S7
- Bus: Several lines available
- CAT (City Airport Train) to Vienna city center
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Felberstraße 1.
- Restaurant Westpol
- Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof
- Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle
- Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-10 for regional and suburban trains
- Hall 3: access to metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line U3, Line U6
- Tram: Line 5, Line 6, Line 9, Line 18, Line 52, Line 60
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Piazza della Libertà.
- Buffet da Pepi
- Trattoria Nerodiseppia
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste
- Hotel Continentale
- NH Trieste
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Italy, Slovenia, and Austria
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 2
- Taxi services available
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