Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Centrale | Cheapest | ||||
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| Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Trieste Centrale | Fastest | ||||
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| Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Centrale | No tags | ||||
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| Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Centrale | No tags | ||||
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| Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA) | Trieste Centrale | No tags | ||||
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| Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Centrale | No tags | ||||
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| Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Trieste Centrale | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Rome to Trieste
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Trieste. The journey takes about 5 hours 52 minutes and with fares starting at just R 553, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Rome and Trieste
Stops in Rome
- B
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Largo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy - D
Castro Pretorio
Viale Castro Pretorio 76, 00185 Roma, Italy - E
Roma
- F
Anagnina
Via Vincenzo Giudice, 00173 Roma RM, Italy
Stops in Trieste
- A
Centrale
Piazza della Libertà 9, 34135 Trieste, Italy - C
Trieste
Via della Fonderia, 6, 34129 Trieste, Italy - D
Largo Città di Santos
Largo Città di Santos, 8, 34132 Trieste TS, Italy - E
Stazione marittima
Molo dei Bersaglieri, 42, 34124 Trieste TS, Italy
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rome to Trieste by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Rome to Trieste?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rome to Trieste start at R 185. The average price for this route is around R 979. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Rome to Trieste?
The average bus journey time from Rome to Trieste is 12h 25m, covering a distance of 438 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Rome to Trieste route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rome to Trieste?
The earliest bus departs from Rome to Trieste at 07:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rome to Trieste?
A bus trip from Rome to Trieste produces an estimated 10.943925 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Rome to Trieste?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MarinoBus, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 980 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Trieste?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company MarinoBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Rome to Trieste?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is MarinoBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rome to Trieste?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is MarinoBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rome to Trieste was searched and found on 08 Oct 2026 with a price of R 296To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rome to Trieste as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 296 to R 2 758 for a bus ticket from Rome to Trieste based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 296, which is on 2026-10-08.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
