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Bus from Milan to Trieste: Journey Information
There are 57 intercity buses per day from Milan to Trieste. Traveling by bus from Milan to Trieste usually takes around 5 hours and 56 minutes, but the fastest GoOpti bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 222 mi (358 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 30m |
| Cheapest price | €4.97 |
| Trips per day | 52 |
| Most frequent service | GoOpti |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from Milan to Trieste
See more detailsWhat bus companies travel from Milan to Trieste?
There are 3 bus lines from Milan to Trieste available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 48 daily trips, GoOpti usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 7 trips from Milan to Trieste, and usually makes the trip in about 6 hours and 59 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
GoOpti is a bus company based in Ljubljana, Slovenia, that specializes in airport transfers to and from cities with limited or no public transportation. It has expanded its services to several countries in central Europe, including Croatia, Italy, Germany, Hungary, and Austria, providing convenient airport transportation options for passengers in these regions.
Itabus is an Italian bus company servicing the whole peninsula, including major tourist hotspots like Rome, Trieste, and Catania. The company has both single and double-decker buses with clean, comfortable seats, complimentary WiFi, power outlets, restrooms, and air conditioning. Upgrade to a premium ticket for even larger seats and extendable armchairs.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Milan to Trieste
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 56 minutes to cover the 222 miles from Milan to Trieste. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Trieste at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Milan to Trieste, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Milan
The fashion capital of the world, Milan, is a busy city brimming with activities and lavish nightlife. In spite of its frenetic modern lifestyle, Milan is also blessed with some amazing landmarks, of which the Milan Cathedral should be given special attention. Considered the largest and most unique Gothic structure in Italy, the cathedral took about 600 years to build, and its impressive gothic details will amaze all fans of architecture. The roof of the cathedral itself is accessible, so visitors can climb up to marvel at the city’s skyline and see the cathedral’s details up close. Another spot to consider is the Santa Maria delle Grazie, which currently houses “The Last Supper,” a masterpiece by the legendary artist Leonardo da Vinci. For those who enjoy old books, the Ambrosiana Library & Picture Gallery houses a vast collection of artworks, as well as rare ancient manuscripts.
For a taste of the unique Milanese cuisine, you could consider the Gente di Mare in Darsena, which offers superb seafood. If you wish to enjoy great local pizzas, Pizzium - Via Vigevano offers great dishes.
Milano Centrale is the city’s main train station, offering access to international destinations such as Berlin, Frankfurt and Munich. The main bus station in Milan is Lampugnano, serving as the local hub for bus carriers like FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Union Ivkoni. The main airport in Milan is Malpensa Airport located about 32 miles northwest of the city center.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Milan?
Main departure station: Centrale Piazza Duca D'Aosta
Buses to Trieste leave from 4 stations in Milan.
All bus stations in Milan:
Centrale Piazza Duca D'Aosta
Lampugnano
Lampugnano
Milan (San Donato M3)
Where does the bus arrive in Trieste?
Main arrival station: Trieste Port
Buses arrive in Trieste at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Trieste:
Trieste Port
Piazza della Libertà 9
Piazza della Libertà 9
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