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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Trieste Centrale | Cheapest | |||||
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 | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Centrale | No tags | |||||
 | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Centrale | No tags | |||||
| Termini | Trieste Centrale | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Rome to Trieste
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Trieste. The journey takes about 5 hours 52 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rome and Trieste?
Stops in Rome
- APiazza dei Cinquecento 1, 00185 Roma RM, Italy
- BLargo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
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Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), Train station
Fiumicino Aeroporto, 00054 Fiumicino RM, Italy - DRoma S.Pietro, 00165 Roma RM, Italy
- ERoma Trastevere Railway Station, 00152 Roma RM, Italy
- FCesano Di Roma, 00123 Roma RM, Italy
Stops in Trieste
- APiazza della Libertà 9, 34135 Trieste, Italy
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Trieste
Via della Fonderia, 6, 34129 Trieste, Italy - D
Largo Città di Santos
Largo Città di Santos, 8, 34132 Trieste TS, Italy - EMolo dei Bersaglieri, 42, 34124 Trieste TS, Italy
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rome to Trieste by bus or train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is a ticket from Rome to Trieste?
The cheapest tickets from Rome to Trieste start from $19. The average price for this route is around $84. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the ride from Rome to Trieste?
The average trip duration from Rome to Trieste is 9h 8m, covering a distance of 269 miles (433 km). The quickest vehicle can get you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which companies service the Rome to Trieste route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 8 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, MarinoBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Trenitalia, Italo.
What is the earliest and latest departure time from Rome to Trieste?
The earliest trip departs from Rome to Trieste at 12:10am. And the latest trip departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Rome to Trieste?
A trip from Rome to Trieste generates an estimated 10.8072 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best company from Rome to Trieste?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Italo, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Trieste?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the company Italo has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which company has the most timely service from Rome to Trieste?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely company on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Rome to Trieste?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Italo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses and trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rome to Trieste was searched and found on Apr 13, 2026 with a price of $16To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Rome to Trieste, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $16 to $337 for a bus or train ticket from Rome to Trieste based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2026-04-13.
Usually Trenitalia, Itabus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Rome to Trieste?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
