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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Trieste
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€50
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
3 h 29 m
Trains per day
81
Distance
231 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Trieste will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 81 trains that leave Bologna for Trieste on Mon, Aug 03, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 231 km distance in an average of 3 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 14 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 3 h 38 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.
Regionale Veloce 3992 · Treno 17099 effettuato con bus VE249 · Regionale 160459:10 PM9h32Bologna Centrale6:42 AMTrieste Centrale€271One-way2 transfers- Regionale Veloce 3966 · Regionale Veloce 34378:10 AM4h34Bologna Centrale12:44 PMTrieste Centrale€271One-way1 transfer
- Regionale Veloce 3998 · Regionale Veloce 34335:20 AM4h24Bologna Centrale9:44 AMTrieste Centrale€271One-way1 transfer
- Regionale Veloce 3990 · Regionale Veloce 38617:10 PM3h45Bologna Centrale10:55 PMTrieste Centrale€271One-way1 transfer
- Regionale Veloce 3982 · Regionale Veloce 34433:10 PM4h36Bologna Centrale7:46 PMTrieste Centrale€271One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 94806:41 PM3h14Bologna Centrale9:55 PMTrieste Centrale€571One-way0 transfers- FRECCIAROSSA 9426 · FRECCIAROSSA 97376:01 PM3h26Bologna Centrale9:27 PMTrieste Centrale€681One-way1 transfer
8920+Regionale Veloce 38617:21 PM3h34Bologna Centrale10:55 PMTrieste Centrale€501One-way1 transfer- 89185:21 PM3h35Bologna Centrale8:56 PMTrieste Centrale€571One-way0 transfers
Intercity 5928:00 PM3h38Bologna Centrale11:38 PMTrieste Centrale€331One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bologna to Trieste
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna 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 train which can get you there in 3h 55m. 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 €8, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 231 km
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€28 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Trieste train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Trieste trains for today, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8922+Regionale Veloce 3447 | 8:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h23 | 12:44 AM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8922+Regionale Veloce 3447 | 8:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h23 | 12:44 AM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3992 · Treno 17099 effettuato con bus VE249 · Regionale 16045 | 9:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h32 | 6:42 AM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9432+Regionale Veloce 3447 | 9:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h23 | 12:44 AM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9434+Treno 17099 effettuato con bus VE249 · Regionale 16045 | 10:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h41 | 6:42 AM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
 InterCityNotte 774 | 4:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h32 | 9:57 AM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| InterCityNotte 774+Regionale Veloce 3431 | 4:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h21 | 8:46 AM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3998 · Regionale Veloce 3433 | 5:20 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h24 | 9:44 AM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale TTPER 17942 · Regionale Veloce 3970 · Regionale Veloce 3567 | 6:35 AM Bologna Corticella | 8h11 | 2:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce 3962 · Regionale Veloce 3435 | 7:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h40 | 11:50 AM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9400+Regionale Veloce 3435 | 8:01 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h49 | 11:50 AM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3966 · Regionale Veloce 3437 | 8:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h34 | 12:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3970+8918 | 9:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 11h46 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8924+Regionale Veloce 3567 | 9:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h25 | 2:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8924+Regionale Veloce 3567 | 9:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h25 | 2:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8924+Regionale Veloce 3439 | 9:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h25 | 3:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9406 · FRECCIAROSSA 9707 | 10:01 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h45 | 1:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9406+8918 | 10:01 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h55 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3972+8918 | 10:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h46 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3972 · Regionale Veloce 3567 | 10:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h36 | 2:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8904+Regionale Veloce 3439 | 10:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h25 | 3:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8904+Regionale Veloce 3567 | 10:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h25 | 2:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8904+Regionale Veloce 3567 | 10:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h25 | 2:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9490+8918 | 11:01 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h55 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9490+Regionale Veloce 3567 | 11:01 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h45 | 2:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3994+8918 | 11:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h46 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3994 · Regionale Veloce 3439 | 11:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h36 | 3:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8906+Regionale Veloce 3439 | 11:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h25 | 3:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8906+Regionale Veloce 3569 | 11:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h25 | 4:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8906+Regionale Veloce 3439 | 11:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h25 | 3:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9414+8918 | 12:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h55 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9414+Regionale Veloce 3439 | 12:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h45 | 3:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3974+8918 | 12:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h46 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3974 · Regionale Veloce 3569 | 12:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h36 | 4:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8908+Regionale Veloce 3441 | 12:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h25 | 5:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8908+Regionale Veloce 3569 | 12:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h25 | 4:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8908+Regionale Veloce 3569 | 12:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h25 | 4:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9416+8918 | 1:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h55 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9416+Regionale Veloce 3569 | 1:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h45 | 4:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3978+8918 | 1:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h46 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3978 · Regionale Veloce 3441 | 1:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h36 | 5:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8910+Regionale Veloce 3441 | 1:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h25 | 5:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8910+Regionale Veloce 3441 | 1:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h25 | 5:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8910+Regionale Veloce 3571 | 1:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h25 | 6:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 8418+8918 | 2:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h55 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 8418+Regionale Veloce 3441 | 2:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h45 | 5:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8914+Intercity 588 | 2:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h16 | 6:37 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8914+Regionale Veloce 3571 | 2:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h25 | 6:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3980+8918 | 2:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h33 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3980 · Regionale Veloce 3571 | 2:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h23 | 6:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 588+8918 | 2:51 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h05 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 588 | 2:51 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 6:37 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9420+8918 | 3:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h55 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3982+8918 | 3:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h46 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3982 · Regionale Veloce 3443 | 3:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h36 | 7:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8916+Regionale Veloce 3443 | 3:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h25 | 7:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8916+Regionale Veloce 3581 | 3:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h25 | 8:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8916+Regionale Veloce 3443 | 3:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h25 | 7:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9422+8918 | 4:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h55 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9422+Regionale Veloce 3443 | 4:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h45 | 7:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3984+8918 | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h46 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3984 · Regionale Veloce 3581 | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h36 | 8:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9423+8918 | 5:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h55 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9423+Regionale Veloce 3581 | 5:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h45 | 8:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3986 · Regionale Veloce 3445 | 5:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h36 | 9:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8918 | 5:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h35 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8918+Regionale Veloce 3445 | 5:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h25 | 9:46 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8918+Intercity 592 | 5:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h17 | 11:38 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8918+Regionale Veloce 3861 | 5:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h34 | 10:55 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale TTPER 17964 · Regionale Veloce 3988 · Regionale Veloce 3861 | 5:34 PM Bologna Corticella | 5h21 | 10:55 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9426 · FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 6:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h26 | 9:27 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8928+Regionale Veloce 3861 | 6:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h34 | 10:55 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8928+Intercity 592 | 6:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h17 | 11:38 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8928+Regionale Veloce 3861 | 6:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h34 | 10:55 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 6:41 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h14 | 9:55 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9428+Regionale Veloce 3861 | 7:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h54 | 10:55 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3990 · Regionale Veloce 3861 | 7:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h45 | 10:55 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8920+FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 7:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h23 | 11:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8920+Intercity 592 | 7:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h17 | 11:38 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 8920+Regionale Veloce 3861 | 7:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h34 | 10:55 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 592 | 8:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h38 | 11:38 PM Trieste Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Bologna to Trieste
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Trains from Bologna to Trieste run on average 34 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 231 km distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 231 km |
Average train duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 63 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Bologna to Trieste
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Trieste by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Bologna to Trieste
Most Bologna to Trieste trains use the Bologna Centrale to Trieste Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Trieste train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bologna station do trains to Trieste leave from?
Getting to Bologna Centrale from Bologna city centre
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale train station facilities and services
Bologna Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Centrale: Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Getting to Bologna Corticella from Bologna city centre
Bologna Corticella is 6 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Corticella train station facilities and services
Bologna Corticella has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bologna Corticella.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bologna Corticella.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Corticella: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Corticella: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Corticella.
Which Trieste station do trains from Bologna arrive at?
Getting to Trieste Centrale from Trieste city centre
Trieste Centrale is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste Centrale train station facilities and services
Trieste Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Buffet da Pepi, Trattoria Nerodiseppia
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Trieste Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Trieste Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Trieste Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Trieste Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste Centrale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste, Hotel Continentale, NH Trieste.
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