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

The cheapest way to get from Trieste to Lienz is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trieste to Lienz is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Trieste and Lienz?

No, there is no direct train from Trieste to Lienz. However, there are services departing from Trieste Centrale and arriving at Lienz In Osttirol via Villach Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Trieste to Lienz?

The distance between Trieste and Lienz is 288 km. The road distance is 198.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Trieste to Lienz without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 37m and costs €65 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Trieste to Lienz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trieste to Lienz train from?

Trieste to Lienz train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Trieste Centrale station.

Where does the Trieste to Lienz train arrive?

Trieste to Lienz train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Villach Hbf station.

Can I drive from Trieste to Lienz?

Yes, the driving distance between Trieste to Lienz is 199 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Trieste to Lienz.

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

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Where can I stay near Lienz?

There are 665+ hotels available in Lienz.

Trieste to Lienz - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Trieste to Lienz by bus, train, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Trieste Autostazione to Hauptbahnhofbus 1077 / ...
2. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Lienz In Osttiroltrain 4632 / ...
4h 37m
€68–107
Drive 198.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Trieste to Lienzcar 198.7 km
2h 28m
€33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Trieste Centrale to Villach Hbftrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Lienz In Osttiroltrain 4632 / ...
4h 54m
€51–109
Train via Udine
1. Take the train from Trieste Centrale to Udinetrain Re
2. Take the train from Udine to Villach Hbftrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Lienz In Osttiroltrain
5h 58m
€51–115

Trieste to Lienz by bus and train

28Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

€68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 288.1 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Trieste, Italy and Lienz, Tyrol, Austria?

You can take a train from Trieste Centrale to Lienz In Osttirol via Villach Hbf in around 4h 54m.

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