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

The cheapest way to get from Trieste to Lecce is to bus via Bologna which costs €30 - €170 and takes 16h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trieste to Lecce is to fly and train which takes 4h 13m and costs €70 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Trieste and Lecce?

No, there is no direct bus from Trieste to Lecce. However, there are services departing from Trieste and arriving at Lecce via Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) and Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Trieste and Lecce?

No, there is no direct train from Trieste to Lecce. However, there are services departing from Trieste Centrale and arriving at Lecce via Venezia Mestre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 36m.

How far is it from Trieste to Lecce?

The distance between Trieste and Lecce is 753 km. The road distance is 1045.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Trieste to Lecce without a car is to train which takes 11h 36m and costs €100 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Trieste to Lecce, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trieste to Lecce bus from?

Trieste to Lecce bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Trieste station.

Where do I catch the Trieste to Lecce train from?

Trieste to Lecce train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Trieste Centrale station.

Train or bus from Trieste to Lecce?

The best way to get from Trieste to Lecce is to train which takes 11h 36m and costs €100 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus via Bologna, which costs €30 - €170 and takes 16h 33m.

Where does the Trieste to Lecce bus arrive?

Trieste to Lecce bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) station.

Where does the Trieste to Lecce train arrive?

Trieste to Lecce train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Venezia Mestre station.

Can I drive from Trieste to Lecce?

Yes, the driving distance between Trieste to Lecce is 1046 km. It takes approximately 10h 37m to drive from Trieste to Lecce.

How do I get a train ticket from Trieste to Lecce?

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

Book your Trieste to Lecce bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lecce?

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Trieste to Lecce - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 6 ways to get from Trieste to Lecce by plane, train, train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or shuttle

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

Fly from Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport (TRS) to Brindisi Airport (BDS)TRS - BDS
2. Take the train from Brindisi to Lecce
4h 13m
€74–192
Bus via Bologna
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trieste to Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO)977 / ...
2. Take the bus from Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) to Bologna Centrale482 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Lecce420
16h 33m
€34–163
Train
1. Take the train from Trieste Centrale to Venezia MestreFr
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to LecceFr
11h 36m
€104–209
Drive 1,045.9 km
1. Drive from Trieste to Lecce1,045.9 km
10h 37m
€165–238
Shuttle to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Trieste Centrale to Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Brindisi Airport (BDS)VCE - BDS
5h 42m
€95–428
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trieste, Autostazione to Durrës
2. Take the bus from Durrës to Brindisi - Piazza Capitanerie di Porto
28h 13m

Trieste to Lecce by train

17Weekly Trains

11h 36mAverage Duration

€104Cheapest Price

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Distance: 753.1 km
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Trieste, Italy and Lecce, Italy?

You can take a train from Trieste Centrale to Lecce via Venezia Mestre in around 11h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trieste to Lecce via Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) and Bologna Centrale in around 16h 33m.

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