The average train between Bologna and Trieste takes 3h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Bologna to Trieste. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bologna and Trieste. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bologna is at 9:27 PM which arrives into Trieste at 6:34 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bologna to Trieste. However, there are services departing from Bologna station and arriving at Trieste station via Roma Tiburtina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.
Bologna to Trieste train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Bologna Centrale station.
Bologna to Trieste train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Roma Tiburtina station.
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The distance between Bologna and Trieste is 300.8 km. The road distance is 351 km.
Trenitalia Frecce operates a train from Bologna Centrale to Roma Tiburtina every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €50–100 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Two other operators also service this route.