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

The cheapest way to get from Trieste to Metlika is to drive which costs €28 - €45 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trieste to Metlika is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Trieste and Metlika?

No, there is no direct bus from Trieste to Metlika. However, there are services departing from Trieste and arriving at Metlika via Ljubljana AP and Novo mesto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Trieste and Metlika?

No, there is no direct train from Trieste to Metlika. However, there are services departing from Trieste - Piazza Alberto e Kathleen Casali and arriving at Metlika via Villa Opicina and Ljubljana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

How far is it from Trieste to Metlika?

The distance between Trieste and Metlika is 232 km. The road distance is 183.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Trieste to Metlika without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 3m and costs €55 - €370.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Trieste to Metlika, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trieste to Metlika bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Trieste to Metlika train from?

Trieste to Metlika train services, operated by Slovenske železnice (SŽ), depart from Villa Opicina station.

Train or bus from Trieste to Metlika?

The best way to get from Trieste to Metlika is to train which takes 7h 22m and costs €45 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus via Ljubljana, which costs €60 - €75 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Trieste to Metlika bus arrive?

Trieste to Metlika bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Ljubljana bus station.

Where does the Trieste to Metlika train arrive?

Trieste to Metlika train services, operated by Slovenske železnice (SŽ), arrive at Ljubljana station.

Can I drive from Trieste to Metlika?

Yes, the driving distance between Trieste to Metlika is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Trieste to Metlika.

Where can I stay near Metlika?

There are 267+ hotels available in Metlika.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Trieste to Metlika by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Trieste Centrale to Gorizia Centraletrain Re
2. Take the bus from Gorizia to Novo Mesto, Avtobusna postajabus
3. Take the bus from Novo mesto to Metlikabus
5h 3m
€58–367
Drive 183.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Trieste to Metlikacar 183.5 km
2h 3m
€29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Villa Opicina to Ljubljanatrain Re
2. Take the train from Ljubljana to Metlikatrain Re / ...
7h 22m
€49–74
Bus via Ljubljana
1. Take the bus from Trieste to Ljubljana bus stationbus 402 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ljubljana AP to Novo mestobus
3. Take the bus from Novo mesto to Metlikabus
5h 5m
€64–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trieste Centrale to Novo Mesto, Avtobusna postajabus
7h 36m
€159–358

Trieste to Metlika by bus

88Weekly Buses

5h 5mAverage Duration

€64Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Trieste to Metlika.

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Distance: 232.3 km
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Trieste, Italy and Metlika, Slovenia?

You can take a vehicle from Trieste - Piazza Alberto e Kathleen Casali to Metlika via Trieste - Villa Opicina, Villa Opicina, and Ljubljana in around 7h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trieste to Metlika via Ljubljana bus station, Ljubljana AP, and Novo mesto in around 5h 5m.

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