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

The cheapest way to get from Trieste to Cerknica is to drive which costs €9 - €14 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Trieste to Cerknica is to drive which takes 45 min and costs €9 - €14.

Is there a direct bus between Trieste and Cerknica?

No, there is no direct bus from Trieste to Cerknica. However, there are services departing from Trieste and arriving at Cerknica via Ljubljana AP. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Trieste and Cerknica?

No, there is no direct train from Trieste to Cerknica. However, there are services departing from Trieste - Piazza Alberto e Kathleen Casali and arriving at Rakek via Villa Opicina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Trieste to Cerknica?

The distance between Trieste and Cerknica is 138 km. The road distance is 61.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Trieste to Cerknica without a car is to bus which takes 2h 56m and costs €11 - €29.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Trieste to Cerknica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trieste to Cerknica bus from?

Trieste to Cerknica bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Trieste station.

Where do I catch the Trieste to Cerknica train from?

Trieste to Cerknica train services, operated by Slovenske železnice (SŽ), depart from Villa Opicina station.

Train or bus from Trieste to Cerknica?

The best way to get from Trieste to Cerknica is to bus which takes 2h 56m and costs €11 - €29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €13 - €21 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Trieste to Cerknica bus arrive?

Trieste to Cerknica bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Ljubljana bus station.

Where does the Trieste to Cerknica train arrive?

Trieste to Cerknica train services, operated by Slovenske železnice (SŽ), arrive at Rakek station.

Can I drive from Trieste to Cerknica?

Yes, the driving distance between Trieste to Cerknica is 62 km. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Trieste to Cerknica.

Where can I stay near Cerknica?

There are 265+ hotels available in Cerknica.

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There are 4 ways to get from Trieste to Cerknica by bus, train, car, or shuttle

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Trieste to Ljubljana bus stationbus 402 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ljubljana AP to Cerknicabus Pr A18 6517 4 / ...
2h 56m
€12–28
Drive 61.7 km
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1. Drive from Trieste to Cerknicacar 61.7 km
45 min
€10–14
Train
1. Take the train from Villa Opicina to Rakektrain Re
3h 49m
€14–21
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Trieste Centrale to Ljubljanashuttle
2. Take the bus from Ljubljana AP to Cerknicabus Pr A18 6517 4 / ...
2h 14m
€122–303

Trieste to Cerknica by bus

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Distance: 138.2 km
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Trieste, Italy and Cerknica, Slovenia?

You can take a bus from Trieste to Cerknica via Ljubljana bus station and Ljubljana AP in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, Slovenske železnice (SŽ) operates a train from Villa Opicina to Rakek 4 times a day. Tickets cost €12–19 and the journey takes 1h 11m.

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