How much does a bus ticket from Budapest to Trieste cost?

The bus ticket price from Budapest to Trieste starts at R 493. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Budapest to Trieste is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Trieste?

The average travel time between Budapest and Trieste is around 10h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 452 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Budapest and Trieste?

The number of buses from Budapest to Trieste can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Budapest to Trieste by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Budapest to Trieste?

When taking the bus from Budapest to Trieste, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, GoOpti.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Budapest to Trieste?

Buses travelling between Budapest and Trieste leave from Mexikói út or Budapest Airport and arrive at Centrale, Stazione marittima, Trieste Airport.

Bus Budapest to Trieste from R 428 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Budapest to Trieste on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:25	Könyves Kálmán	8h 10m	17:35	Trieste Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	19:00	Könyves Kálmán	7h 35m	02:35	Trieste Centrale	Fastest
Bus	07:40	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	10h 45m	18:25	Trieste Centrale	No tags
Bus	17:10	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	12h 25m	05:35	Trieste Centrale	No tags
Bus	08:00	Könyves Kálmán	10h 55m	18:55	Trieste Airport (TRS)	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Trieste on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:15	Könyves Kálmán	10h 10m	18:25	Trieste Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	19:00	Könyves Kálmán	7h 35m	02:35	Trieste Centrale	Fastest
Bus	00:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	11h 5m	11:30	Trieste Centrale	No tags
Bus	07:40	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	10h 45m	18:25	Trieste Centrale	No tags
Bus	16:15	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	13h 20m	05:35	Trieste Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Trieste on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:00	Könyves Kálmán	7h 35m	02:35	Trieste Centrale	CheapestFastest
Bus	00:25	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	11h 5m	11:30	Trieste Centrale	No tags
Bus	09:25	Könyves Kálmán	8h 10m	17:35	Trieste Centrale	No tags
Bus	09:45	Kelenföld	7h 50m	17:35	Trieste Centrale	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:03 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Budapest to Trieste

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Trieste. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 615, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 50mAverage duration

452 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 493 - R 2 381	Average duration10h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 615 - R 615	Average duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 315 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

GoOpti

4.5/5140 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4

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Where are the popular stops in Budapest and Trieste?

Stops in Budapest

A - Mexikói út

B - Budapest Airport

C - Népliget

D - Kelenföld

E - Könyves Kálmán

F - Budapest Airport BUD

Stops in Trieste

A - Centrale

B - Stazione marittima

C - Trieste Airport

D - Trieste

E - Largo Città di Santos

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Budapest to Trieste by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Budapest to Trieste cost?
The bus ticket price from Budapest to Trieste starts at R 493. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Budapest to Trieste is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Trieste?
The average travel time between Budapest and Trieste is around 10h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 452 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Budapest and Trieste?
The number of buses from Budapest to Trieste can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Budapest to Trieste by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Budapest to Trieste?
When taking the bus from Budapest to Trieste, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, GoOpti.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Budapest to Trieste?
Buses travelling between Budapest and Trieste leave from Mexikói út or Budapest Airport and arrive at Centrale, Stazione marittima, Trieste Airport.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/11

R 436

14/11

R 617

Today

R 584

16/11

R 502

17/11

R 705

18/11

R 439

19/11

R 438

20/11

R 438

The cheapest trip from Budapest to Trieste was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of R 436

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Budapest to Trieste as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 436 to R 1 441 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Trieste based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 438, which is on 2025-11-19.