The cheapest and fastest buses from Milan to Trieste
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 19 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
358 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Trieste will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 12 buses that leave Milan for Trieste on Sat, Mar 21, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 358 km distance in an average of 6 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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.
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Compare bus, train, and flight for Milan to Trieste
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. 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 bus costs an average of €8, and a flight costs an average of €162.
Distance: 358 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €40 Average price | €294 Average price |
6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milan to Trieste bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Trieste buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2895 | 10:45 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h55 | 5:40 PM Trieste, Central Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 7h10 | 6:10 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h40 | 10:10 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 7h55 | 5:25 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 7h15 | 5:25 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:10 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h55 | 6:05 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
94781 | 7:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h25 | 12:40 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h10 | 1:40 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h25 | 3:55 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
2125 · 2790 | 9:40 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 8h55 | 6:35 PM Trieste, Central Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Itabus or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Milan to Trieste.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Itabus or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Milan to Trieste.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan to Trieste
Buses from Milan to Trieste run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 358 km distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 358 km |
Average bus duration 6h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 20m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Milan to TriesteYou can travel by bus between Milan to Trieste with FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Milan to Trieste
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Trieste by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Milan to Trieste
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km)
- Pizza Express (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1 Bus: 68, 78, 80
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Italiana (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 121, 132 Metro: M3
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