The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome to Trieste
Cheapest price
€41
Average price
€57
Fastest journey
9 h 5 m
Average duration
9 h 25 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
430 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Trieste will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
Of the 8 buses that leave Rome for Trieste on Mon, Nov 24, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 24 the direct buses cover the 430 km distance in an average of 9 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 5 m .
On Mon, Nov 24 the slowest buses will take 9 h 40 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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3898 · 2809
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Compare bus, train, and flight for Rome to Trieste
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a flight costs an average of €88.
Distance: 430 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€32 Average price Cheapest | €65 Average price | €299 Average price |
10h 52m Average total duration 10h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Rome to Trieste bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Trieste buses for today, Sunday, November 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2792 | 10:59 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h51 | 8:50 AM Trieste, Central Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 12h05 | 11:15 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, November 24 | |||||
2790 | 9:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h35 | 6:35 PM Trieste, Central Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h15 | 8:35 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h05 | 5:25 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
3898 · 2809 | 8:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 15h55 | 12:40 PM Trieste, Central Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
054 · 064 | 10:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h30 | 7:30 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h40 | 7:45 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Trieste
Buses from Rome to Trieste run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 430 km distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 430 km |
Average bus duration 10h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 5m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Rome to TriesteYou can travel by bus between Rome to Trieste with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rome to Trieste
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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.

When departing from Rome, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Rome, Roma Ostiense, Rome, Termini (G) and Rome, Termini. When arriving in Trieste, you can end your journey in coach stations like Trieste, Autostazione and Trieste, Central Bus Station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Rome, Roma Ostiense, which is located around 2.4 miles (3.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Trieste, Autostazione, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Rome to Trieste
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ristorante Italiano (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 520, 720 Train: Leonardo Express
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