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Ljubljana to Trieste Bus Schedule
Bus from Ljubljana to Trieste: Journey Information
There are 178 intercity buses per day from Ljubljana to Trieste. Traveling by bus from Ljubljana to Trieste usually takes around one hour and 33 minutes, but the fastest GoOpti bus can make the trip in 20 minutes.
| Distance | 45 mi (72 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 20m |
| Cheapest price | SEK 143.35 |
| Trips per day | 178 |
| Most frequent service | GoOpti |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from Ljubljana to Trieste
- FlixBus: 11 daily buses from SEK 163
- GoOpti: 165 daily buses from SEK 230
- Itabus: 3 daily buses from SEK 144
What bus companies travel from Ljubljana to Trieste?
There are 3 bus lines from Ljubljana to Trieste available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 165 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:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11 | 1h 31m | SEK 196.73 |
| GoOpti | 165 | 1h 33m | SEK 749.35 |
| Itabus | 3 | 1h 30m | SEK 153.22 |
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 11 trips from Ljubljana to Trieste, and usually makes the trip in about 1 hours and 31 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 Ljubljana to Trieste
The bus takes an average of one hour and 33 minutes to cover the 45 miles from Ljubljana to Trieste. However, the fastest bus only takes 20 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.
Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Trieste. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Ljubljana to Trieste, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Ljubljana?
Main departure station: Kolodvor Bus Station
Buses to Trieste leave from 3 stations in Ljubljana.
All bus stations in Ljubljana:
Kolodvor Bus Station
Exhibition and Convention Centre
TRG Osvobodilne Fronte
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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