Travelling from Budapest to Trieste by train

Want to know how to get from Budapest to Trieste by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Budapest to Trieste take around 9 hours and 44 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 454 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Budapest is scheduled to depart at around 05:30. The last departure is usually at around 20:55. On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Budapest at around 05:40, with the last train leaving at around 21:57. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 11 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 hour and 1 minute.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €52.48.

We think any time is a great time to visit Trieste, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Trieste.

Is there a direct train from Budapest to Trieste?

The journey between Budapest and Trieste usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Budapest to Trieste every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Budapest to Trieste?

The Budapest to Trieste train travel takes about 9 hours and 44 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Budapest to Trieste train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Trieste leaving Budapest at around 05:30 and the last train leaving at around 20:55. At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Budapest at around 05:40, with the final departure at 21:57.