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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, while a flight costs an average of £369.
Distance: 451 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £369 Average Price | £111 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 30m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 13m Average total duration 9h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Budapest to Trieste:
A train is £30 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Budapest to Trieste costing on average £46.
A train is £353 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Trieste costing on average £369.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 30m.
Train takes on average 10h 13m.
Tickets start at around £46 compared to roughly £111 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £65. The journey takes 9h 0m versus 5h 38m 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.
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.
How to get to Trieste from Budapest by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Budapest to Trieste is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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LH9570LH1677 · LH113+LH9572LH1337+LH9572Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .
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The most popular day trips by ferry from Trieste are Piran, Venice, Udine, Rovinj and Gorizia. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Trieste on Omio.
Piran is a compact Adriatic town known for Venetian Gothic architecture, narrow lanes and Tartini Square. Set on a small peninsula, it mixes maritime history with a calm seaside atmosphere.
Venice is a lagoon city known for its canals, Gothic palaces and the legacy of the Venetian Republic. Around St Mark’s Square and beyond, it feels theatrical yet intimate, with narrow calli, quiet campi and water at every turn.
Udine is a relaxed Friulian city known for Venetian-style squares, a hilltop castle and a strong food and wine culture. Its compact historic centre feels elegant and lived-in, with arcades, cafés and a distinctly north-eastern Italian character.
Rovinj is an Adriatic town on the Istrian coast, known for its pastel old town and fishing heritage. Its narrow stone lanes climb to the Church of St Euphemia, while the harbour and nearby coves give the place a relaxed feel.
Gorizia is a border city in Friuli Venezia Giulia known for its Habsburg character and Castello di Gorizia. Italian and Slovene influences meet here, giving its squares and old streets a calm, layered atmosphere.
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This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Trieste:
A train is £30 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Budapest to Trieste costing on average £46.
A train is £353 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Trieste costing on average £369.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 30m.
Train takes on average 10h 13m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Budapest and Trieste as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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