How much is the bus ticket from Ljubljana to Trieste?

The cheapest bus tickets from Ljubljana to Trieste start at R 251. The average price for this route is around R 353. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Ljubljana to Trieste?

The average bus journey time from Ljubljana to Trieste is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 73 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 10m and is operated by GoOpti .

Which bus companies service the Ljubljana to Trieste route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , DRD , Itabus , BlaBlaCar Bus , GoOpti , DRD Turizem .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ljubljana to Trieste?

The earliest bus departs from Ljubljana to Trieste at 01:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ljubljana to Trieste?

A bus trip from Ljubljana to Trieste produces an estimated 2 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 Ljubljana to Trieste?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is GoOpti , with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ljubljana to Trieste?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company GoOpti has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Ljubljana to Trieste?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is GoOpti , with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ljubljana to Trieste?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is GoOpti , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Ljubljana to Trieste from R 228 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Ljubljana to Trieste on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:25	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 30m	09:55	Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	20:40	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 25m	22:05	Trieste Centrale	Fastest
Bus	08:25	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 30m	09:55	Centrale	No tags
Bus	07:45	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 30m	09:15	Trieste Centrale	No tags
Bus	08:25	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 30m	09:55	Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Ljubljana to Trieste on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:25	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 30m	09:55	Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	04:22	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 23m	05:45	Trieste Centrale	Fastest
Bus	08:25	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 30m	09:55	Centrale	No tags
Bus	08:15	Ljubljana Eurostars U Hotel	1h 45m	10:00	Trieste Airport (TRS)	No tags
Bus	01:10	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 25m	02:35	Trieste Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Ljubljana to Trieste on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:50	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 30m	20:20	Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	01:10	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 25m	02:35	Trieste Centrale	Fastest
Bus	08:25	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 30m	09:55	Centrale	No tags
Bus	08:15	Ljubljana Eurostars U Hotel	1h 45m	10:00	Trieste Airport (TRS)	No tags
Bus	04:10	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 25m	05:35	Trieste Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Ljubljana to Trieste on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:25	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 30m	09:55	Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	11:50	Ljubljana	1h 25m	13:15	Trieste	Fastest
Bus	08:25	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 30m	09:55	Centrale	No tags
Bus	08:15	Ljubljana Eurostars U Hotel	1h 45m	10:00	Trieste Airport (TRS)	No tags
Bus	01:10	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 25m	02:35	Trieste Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Ljubljana to Trieste on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:25	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 30m	09:55	Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	04:22	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 23m	05:45	Trieste Centrale	Fastest
Bus	08:25	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 30m	09:55	Centrale	No tags
Bus	08:15	Ljubljana Eurostars U Hotel	1h 45m	10:00	Trieste Airport (TRS)	No tags
Bus	11:50	Ljubljana	1h 25m	13:15	Trieste	No tags

Next departures from Ljubljana to Trieste on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:25	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 30m	09:55	Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	04:22	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 23m	05:45	Trieste Centrale	Fastest
Bus	08:25	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 30m	09:55	Centrale	No tags
Bus	08:15	Ljubljana Eurostars U Hotel	1h 45m	10:00	Trieste Airport (TRS)	No tags
Bus	01:10	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 25m	02:35	Trieste Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Ljubljana to Trieste on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:25	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 30m	09:55	Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	04:22	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 23m	05:45	Trieste Centrale	Fastest
Bus	08:25	Avtobusna Postaja	1h 30m	09:55	Centrale	No tags
Bus	08:15	Ljubljana Eurostars U Hotel	1h 45m	10:00	Trieste Airport (TRS)	No tags
Bus	11:50	Ljubljana	1h 25m	13:15	Trieste	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:02 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Ljubljana 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 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

1h 10mAverage duration

73 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 251 - R 1 477	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 62 - R 360	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Ljubljana and Trieste?

Stops in Ljubljana

A
Avtobusna Postaja
Avtobusna Postaja, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
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B
Ljubljana
6 Pražakova ulica, 1000 Center, Slovenia

Stops in Trieste

A
Centrale
Piazza della Libertà 9, 34135 Trieste, Italy
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B
Stazione marittima
Molo dei Bersaglieri, 42, 34124 Trieste TS, Italy
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C
Trieste Airport
D
Trieste
Via della Fonderia, 6, 34129 Trieste, Italy
E
Largo Città di Santos
Largo Città di Santos, 8, 34132 Trieste TS, Italy

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 544 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DRD

3/543 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi1.3

Itabus

4/5952 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 202 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

GoOpti

4.5/5140 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4

DRD Turizem

IT Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana to Trieste?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ljubljana to Trieste start at R 251. The average price for this route is around R 353. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Ljubljana to Trieste?
The average bus journey time from Ljubljana to Trieste is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 73 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 10m and is operated by GoOpti.
Which bus companies service the Ljubljana to Trieste route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, DRD, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, GoOpti, DRD Turizem.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ljubljana to Trieste?
The earliest bus departs from Ljubljana to Trieste at 01:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ljubljana to Trieste?
A bus trip from Ljubljana to Trieste produces an estimated 2 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 Ljubljana to Trieste?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is GoOpti, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ljubljana to Trieste?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company GoOpti has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Ljubljana to Trieste?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is GoOpti, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ljubljana to Trieste?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is GoOpti, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

05/12

R 270

06/12

R 311

Today

R 311

08/12

R 311

09/12

R 269

10/12

R 269

11/12

R 269

12/12

R 269

The cheapest trip from Ljubljana to Trieste was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 269

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

You can expect to pay from R 269 to R 1 429 for a bus ticket from Ljubljana to Trieste based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 269, which is on 2025-12-09.

Usually DRD 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.