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

The cheapest way to get from Trieste to Smiljan is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trieste to Smiljan is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Trieste and Smiljan?

No, there is no direct bus from Trieste to Smiljan. However, there are services departing from Trieste, Autostazione and arriving at Smiljan via Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor and Gospić, Autobusni kolodvor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Trieste to Smiljan?

The distance between Trieste and Smiljan is 222 km. The road distance is 221.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Trieste to Smiljan without a car is to bus which takes 6h 4m and costs €55 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Trieste to Smiljan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trieste to Smiljan bus from?

Trieste to Smiljan bus services, operated by GoOpti, depart from Trieste, Autostazione station.

Where does the Trieste to Smiljan bus arrive?

Trieste to Smiljan bus services, operated by GoOpti, arrive at Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvor station.

Can I drive from Trieste to Smiljan?

Yes, the driving distance between Trieste to Smiljan is 222 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Trieste to Smiljan.

Where can I stay near Smiljan?

There are 365+ hotels available in Smiljan.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Trieste to Smiljan 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
best
1. Take the bus from Trieste, Autostazione to Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvorbus
2. Take the bus from Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor to Gospić, Autobusni kolodvorbus
6h 4m
€56–129
Drive 221.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Trieste to Smiljancar 221.8 km
3h 22m
€34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trieste, Autostazione to Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvorbus
2. Take the train from Rijeka to Ostarijetrain Re
3. Take the train from Ostarije to Gospictrain Ic
7h 42m
€81–141
Bus via Rijeka
1. Take the bus from Trieste, Autostazione to Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvorbus
2. Take the bus from Rijeka bus station to Gospićbus N948 / ...
6h 8m
€66–121

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Trieste to Smiljan.

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Distance: 222.4 km
Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Trieste, Italy and Smiljan, Croatia?

You can take a bus from Trieste, Autostazione to Smiljan via Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvor, Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor, and Gospić, Autobusni kolodvor in around 6h 4m.

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