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

The cheapest way to get from Trieste to Metlika is to bus and train which costs €14 - €40 and takes 5h 6m.

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 4m 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 Avtobusna postaja Ljubljana and Avtobusna postaja Novo mesto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Trieste to Metlika?

The distance between Trieste and Metlika is 214 km. The road distance is 183.3 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 bus and train which takes 5h 6m and costs €14 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m 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 does the Trieste to Metlika bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Trieste to Metlika?

Yes, the driving distance between Trieste to Metlika is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Trieste to Metlika.

Where can I stay near Metlika?

There are 310+ hotels available in Metlika.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Trieste to Metlika by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Trieste to Ljubljana bus stationbus N907 / ...
2. Take the train from Ljubljana to Metlikatrain Re
5h 6m
€15–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trieste to Ljubljana bus stationbus 402 / ...
2. Take the bus from Avtobusna postaja Ljubljana to Avtobusna postaja Novo mestobus
3. Take the bus from Avtobusna postaja Novo mesto to Metlikabus
5h 15m
€18–35
Drive 183.3 km
1. Drive from Trieste to Metlikacar 183.3 km
2h 4m
€29–41
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Trieste Centrale to Novo Mesto, Avtobusna postajashuttle
7h 40m
€37–227

Trieste to Metlika by bus and train

49Weekly Services

5h 6mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Trieste to Metlika.

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Distance: 213.5 km
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Trieste to Metlika via Ljubljana bus station, Avtobusna postaja Ljubljana, and Avtobusna postaja Novo mesto in around 5h 15m.

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