Train from Bologna to Trieste: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Bologna to Trieste on 29 November
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Bologna Centrale
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Bologna Centrale
Trieste CentraleNo tags
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Bologna Centrale
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Bologna Centrale
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Bologna to Trieste

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Trieste. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
3h 10mAverage duration
144 milesDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£10 - £111Average duration5h 10m
6kg CO₂e
Average price£24 - £100Average duration4h 34m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£14 - £27Average duration3h 10m
10kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bologna to Trieste by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Bologna to Trieste?

    The cheapest train tickets from Bologna to Trieste start from £24. The average price for this train route is around £35. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Bologna to Trieste?

    The average train journey time from Bologna to Trieste is 4h 34m, covering a distance of 143 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 14m and is operated by Trenitalia.

  3. Which train operators serve the Bologna to Trieste route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day, including services from Trenitalia, Italo.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bologna to Trieste?

    The earliest train from Bologna to Trieste departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 19:10.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Bologna to Trieste?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Italo, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bologna to Trieste?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Italo has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Bologna to Trieste?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bologna to Trieste?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Italo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bologna to Trieste was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £20

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bologna to Trieste as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £20 to £88 for a train ticket from Bologna to Trieste based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £20, which is on 2025-12-02.

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