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

The cheapest way to get from Zadar to Trieste is to ferry which costs €26 - €50 and takes 11h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zadar to Trieste is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Zadar and Trieste?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zadar bus station station and arriving at Trieste. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct ferry between Zadar and Trieste?

No, there is no direct ferry from Zadar to Trieste. However, there are services departing from Zadar and arriving at Trieste Port via Port of Mali Losinj. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 55m.

How far is it from Zadar to Trieste?

The distance between Zadar and Trieste is 304 km. The road distance is 305.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Zadar to Trieste without a car is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs €28 - €55.

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

The bus from Zadar bus station to Trieste takes 5h 35m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Zadar to Trieste bus from?

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

Where does the Zadar to Trieste bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zadar to Trieste?

Yes, the driving distance between Zadar to Trieste is 306 km. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Zadar to Trieste.

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

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

Where can I stay near Trieste?

There are 2958+ hotels available in Trieste.

Zadar to Trieste - 4 ways to travel via bus, ferry, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Zadar to Trieste by bus, ferry, 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 Zadar bus station to Triestebus N535
5h 35m
€28–55
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Zadar to Port of Mali Losinjferry 401
2. Take the ferry from Port of Mali Losinj to Trieste Portferry
11h 55m
€26–49
Drive 305.7 km
1. Drive from Zadar to Triestecar 305.7 km
4h 18m
€48–69
Bus via Novi Vinodolski
1. Take the bus from Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor to Novi Vinodolski, Autobusni Kolodvorbus
2. Take the bus from Novi Vinodolski, Autobusni Kolodvor to Rijekabus
3. Take the bus from Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvor to Trieste, Autostazionebus
6h 47m
€52–148

Zadar to Trieste by bus

3Weekly Buses

5h 35mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Zadar to Trieste.

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Distance: 303.9 km
Duration: 5h 35m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Zadar bus station to Trieste 3 times a week. Tickets cost €28–55 and the journey takes 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Zadar to Trieste Port via Port of Mali Losinj in around 11h 55m.

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