The cheapest and fastest buses from Trieste to Rijeka
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Trieste to Rijeka is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trieste to Rijeka will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 6 buses that leave Trieste for Rijeka on Fri, Apr 24, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Apr 24 the direct buses cover the 60 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Fri, Apr 24 the slowest buses will take 2 h 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.
FlixBus7:10 AM1h50Trieste, Autostazione9:00 AMRijeka, Bus Station€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:20 PM2h00Trieste, Autostazione6:20 PMRijeka, Bus Station€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:15 PM1h40Trieste, Autostazione8:55 PMRijeka, Bus Station€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:15 PM2h15Trieste, Autostazione7:30 PMRijeka, Bus Station€111One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:20 PM1h10Trieste, Autostazione1:30 PMRijeka, Bus Station€211One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:20 PM1h10Trieste, Autostazione1:30 PMRijeka, Bus Station€211One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:15 PM1h40Trieste, Autostazione8:55 PMRijeka, Bus Station€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:10 AM1h50Trieste, Autostazione9:00 AMRijeka, Bus Station€91One-way0 transfers
9:55 PM1h55Trieste, Autostazione11:50 PMRijeka, Željeznički Kolodvor€331One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:20 PM2h00Trieste, Autostazione6:20 PMRijeka, Bus Station€101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Trieste to Rijeka
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Rijeka among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 60 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €33 Average price |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Trieste to Rijeka bus times
The table below shows live departures for Trieste to Rijeka buses for tomorrow, Friday, April 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:10 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1h50 | 9:00 AM Rijeka, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1h10 | 1:30 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 2h00 | 6:20 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 2h15 | 7:30 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1h40 | 8:55 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:55 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1h55 | 11:50 PM Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of GoOpti or Itabus to find the best option for your trip from Trieste to Rijeka.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Trieste to Rijeka
Buses from Trieste to Rijeka run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 60 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 60 km |
Average bus duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, GoOpti, Itabus from Trieste to RijekaYou can travel by bus between Trieste to Rijeka with FlixBus, GoOpti, Itabus for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Trieste to Rijeka
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trieste to Rijeka 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 Rijeka, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- GoOpti
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- GoOpti
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations less than 24 hours before departure are non-refundable.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- GoOpti
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- GoOpti
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- GoOpti
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Trieste to Rijeka
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Bakery (in the station)
- Fast-food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 3, 7, 8, 18 Train: Rijeka Train Station
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