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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Trieste to Bologna
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
231 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Trieste to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trieste to Bologna will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 10 buses that leave Trieste for Bologna on Fri, Jan 23, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 23 the direct buses cover the 231 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jan 23 the slowest buses will take 4 h 35 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 ferry for Trieste to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 3h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a ferry costs an average of €80.
Distance: 231 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Ferry |
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€11 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price | €81 Average price |
4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Trieste to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Trieste to Bologna buses for today, Thursday, January 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2791 | 7:25 PM Trieste, Central Bus Station | 5h20 | 12:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:10 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 4h35 | 1:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:50 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 3h25 | 3:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, January 23 | |||||
| 2797 | 9:00 AM Trieste, Central Bus Station | 4h55 | 1:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:25 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 5h15 | 3:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:15 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 5h30 | 10:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 065 | 6:00 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 4h20 | 10:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Trieste to Bologna
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Buses from Trieste to Bologna run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 231 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 231 km |
Average bus duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:54 |
Bus providers: Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Trieste to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Trieste to Bologna with Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Trieste to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trieste to Bologna 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 Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Trieste, Autostazione, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Trieste to Bologna
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 81, 91
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