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

The cheapest way to get from Croatia to Trieste is to bus which costs €17 - €40 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Croatia to Trieste is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Croatia and Trieste?

No, there is no direct bus from Croatia to Trieste. However, there are services departing from Zagreb and arriving at Trieste Centrale via Edvard Rusjan Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Croatia and Trieste?

No, there is no direct train from Croatia to Trieste. However, there are services departing from Zagreb Glavni Kol. and arriving at Trieste - Piazza Alberto e Kathleen Casali via Ljubljana and Trieste - Villa Opicina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Croatia to Trieste?

The distance between Croatia and Trieste is 318 km. The road distance is 228 km.

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

The best way to get from Croatia to Trieste without a car is to bus via Maribor which takes 4h 8m and costs €300 - €1100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Croatia to Trieste, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croatia to Trieste bus from?

Croatia to Trieste bus services, operated by GoOpti, depart from Zagreb station.

Where do I catch the Croatia to Trieste train from?

Croatia to Trieste train services, operated by HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP), depart from Zagreb Glavni Kol. station.

Train or bus from Croatia to Trieste?

The best way to get from Croatia to Trieste is to bus via Maribor which takes 4h 8m and costs €300 - €1100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Croatia to Trieste bus arrive?

Croatia to Trieste bus services, operated by GoOpti, arrive at Edvard Rusjan Airport station.

Where does the Croatia to Trieste train arrive?

Croatia to Trieste train services, operated by HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP), arrive at Ljubljana station.

Can I drive from Croatia to Trieste?

Yes, the driving distance between Croatia to Trieste is 228 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Croatia to Trieste.

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

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Where can I stay near Trieste?

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There are 5 ways to get from Croatia to Trieste by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Maribor
best
1. Take the bus from Zagreb to Edvard Rusjan Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Edvard Rusjan Airport to Trieste Centralebus
4h 8m
€308–1,038
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zagreb to Triestebus 402 / ...
5h 12m
€18–37
Train
1. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Ljubljanatrain 318 / ...
2. Take the train from Ljubljana to Villa Opicinatrain Re
6h 24m
€49–67
Drive 228 km
1. Drive from Zagreb to Triestecar 228 km
2h 21m
€36–52
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor to Novo Mesto, Avtobusna postajabus
2. Take the bus from Novo Mesto, Avtobusna postaja to Trieste Centralebus
8h 24m
€213–812

Croatia to Trieste by tram and bus

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Distance: 318.4 km
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Croatia and Trieste, Italy?

You can take a bus from Zagreb to Trieste Centrale via Edvard Rusjan Airport in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Trieste - Piazza Alberto e Kathleen Casali via Ljubljana, Villa Opicina, and Trieste - Villa Opicina in around 6h 24m.

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