What is the cheapest way to get from Croatia to Trieste?

The cheapest way to get from Croatia to Trieste is to train which costs €16 - €24 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Croatia to Trieste?

The fastest way to get from Croatia to Trieste is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Croatia and Trieste?

No, there is no direct bus from Croatia to Trieste. However, there are services departing from Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor and arriving at Trieste, Autostazione via Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Croatia to Trieste?

The distance between Croatia and Trieste is 235 km. The road distance is 228 km.

How do I travel from Croatia to Trieste without a car?

The best way to get from Croatia to Trieste without a car is to bus via Rijeka which takes 4h 8m and costs €40 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Croatia to Trieste?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Croatia to Trieste, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croatia to Trieste bus from?

Croatia to Trieste bus services, operated by Arriva Croatia, depart from Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor station.

Train or bus from Croatia to Trieste?

The best way to get from Croatia to Trieste is to bus via Rijeka which takes 4h 8m and costs €40 - €150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €16 - €24 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Croatia to Trieste bus arrive?

Croatia to Trieste bus services, operated by Arriva Croatia, arrive at Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor station.

Can I drive from Croatia to Trieste?

Yes, the driving distance between Croatia to Trieste is 228 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Croatia to Trieste.

How do I get a bus ticket from Croatia to Trieste?

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Where can I stay near Trieste?

There are 2695+ hotels available in Trieste.

Croatia to Trieste - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Croatia to Trieste by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Rijeka
best
1. Take the bus from Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor to Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvorbus Arriva
2. Take the bus from Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvor to Trieste, Autostazionebus
4h 8m
€42–141
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Ljubljanatrain Ec / ...
2. Take the bus from Ljubljana bus station to Triestebus N907 / ...
4h 36m
€14–32
Train
1. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Divacatrain 1472
4h 28m
€17–23
Drive 228 km
1. Drive from Zagreb to Triestecar 228 km
2h 20m
€36–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zagreb to Triestebus 402 / ...
5h 12m
€17–57

Croatia to Trieste by train and bus

30Weekly Services

4h 36mAverage Duration

€14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 235.2 km
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Croatia and Trieste, Italy?

You can take a bus from Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor to Trieste, Autostazione via Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor and Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvor in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP) operates a train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Divaca once a week. Tickets cost €13–19 and the journey takes 4h 3m.

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