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Trip Overview

The average train between Budapest and Trieste takes 15h 32m and the fastest train takes 9h 17m. There is at least one train per day from Budapest to Trieste. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

15h 32m
Duration
869 km
Distance
€158
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Budapest to Trieste train times

Trains run once daily between Budapest and Trieste. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Budapest is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Trieste at 2:16 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 15h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Hungarian Railways (MÁV)Railjet9h 17m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Hungarian Railways (MÁV)Railjet9h 17m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    RailjetRailjet18h 21m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    RailjetRailjet17h 36m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    RailjetRailjet17h 36m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    RailjetRailjet18h 21m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    RailjetRailjet18h 21m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Budapest to Trieste? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Budapest to Trieste.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 868.6 km
  • Duration: 15h 32m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Trieste, Italy?

You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Trieste Centrale via Wien Hbf in around 10h 3m.

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