Bus Zurich to Trieste: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Zurich to Trieste

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Zurich to Trieste from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today

$69

tomorrow

$58

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

$67

Saturday

Sunday

$70

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	14h 0m	10:15 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	12:15 PM	Trieste	Central Station		Economy	$69	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/7/2026 10:15:00 PM to Central Station, Trieste (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $69 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
	FlixBus	16h 11m	11:59 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	4:10 PM	Trieste	Central Station		Economy	$72	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/7/2026 11:59:00 PM to Central Station, Trieste (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 4:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 11m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	15h 35m	12:40 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	4:15 PM	Trieste	Central Station	Economy	$58	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/8/2026 12:40:00 AM to Central Station, Trieste (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 4:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 35m
FlixBus	12h 55m	4:05 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	5:00 PM	Trieste	Central Station	Economy	$59	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/8/2026 4:05:00 AM to Central Station, Trieste (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 5:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m
FlixBus	12h 35m	8:25 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	9:00 PM	Trieste	Central Station	Economy	$59	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/8/2026 8:25:00 AM to Central Station, Trieste (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 35m
FlixBus	13h 55m	9:15 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	11:10 PM	Trieste	Central Station	Economy	$59	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/8/2026 9:15:00 AM to Central Station, Trieste (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 11:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m
FlixBus	13h 35m	5:30 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	7:05 AM	Trieste	Central Station	Economy	$61	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/8/2026 5:30:00 PM to Central Station, Trieste (Italy) arriving at 9/9/2026 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	13h 55m	9:15 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	11:10 PM	Trieste	Central Station	Economy	$67	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/11/2026 9:15:00 AM to Central Station, Trieste (Italy) arriving at 9/11/2026 11:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m
FlixBus	12h 55m	4:05 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	5:00 PM	Trieste	Central Station	Economy	$68	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/11/2026 4:05:00 AM to Central Station, Trieste (Italy) arriving at 9/11/2026 5:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m
FlixBus	12h 40m	6:30 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	7:10 PM	Trieste	Central Station	Economy	$68	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/11/2026 6:30:00 AM to Central Station, Trieste (Italy) arriving at 9/11/2026 7:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m
FlixBus	13h 35m	5:30 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	7:05 AM	Trieste	Central Station	Economy	$70	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/11/2026 5:30:00 PM to Central Station, Trieste (Italy) arriving at 9/12/2026 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $70 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 35m
FlixBus	12h 0m	9:00 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	9:00 PM	Trieste	Central Station	Economy	$75	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/11/2026 9:00:00 AM to Central Station, Trieste (Italy) arriving at 9/11/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	13h 35m	5:30 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	7:05 AM	Trieste	Central Station	Economy	$70	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/13/2026 5:30:00 PM to Central Station, Trieste (Italy) arriving at 9/14/2026 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $70 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 35m
FlixBus	12h 0m	9:00 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	9:00 PM	Trieste	Central Station	Economy	$80	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/13/2026 9:00:00 AM to Central Station, Trieste (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
FlixBus	12h 5m	4:00 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	4:05 AM	Trieste	Central Station	Economy	$81	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/13/2026 4:00:00 PM to Central Station, Trieste (Italy) arriving at 9/14/2026 4:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $81 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 5m
FlixBus	12h 40m	6:30 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	7:10 PM	Trieste	Central Station	Economy	$86	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/13/2026 6:30:00 AM to Central Station, Trieste (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 7:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $86 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m
FlixBus	13h 55m	9:15 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	11:10 PM	Trieste	Central Station	Economy	$86	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/13/2026 9:15:00 AM to Central Station, Trieste (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 11:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $86 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m

Frequency of bus connections between Zurich and Trieste

See here how frequent the connections between Zurich and Trieste are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily buses from Zurich to Trieste. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Zurich and Trieste.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 9 buses from Zurich to Trieste, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Zurich and Trieste, with 5 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 9/21/2026 costs just $57, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Zurich to Trieste

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 6 times every day by bus from Zurich to Trieste in one click! Book your bus ticket from Zurich to Trieste starting from $57!

Cheapest Bus	$57
Fastest Bus	10h 25m
Earliest Bus	10:15 PM
Latest Bus	10:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	6 Ø
Distance	275.9 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Zurich to Trieste

Every day, 6 buses from 1 bus companies leave Zurich for Trieste: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/07/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

$60

Tuesday 09/08

$62

Wednesday 09/09

Thursday 09/10

Friday 09/11

$68

Saturday 09/12

$70

Sunday 09/13

$70

Monday 09/14

$65

Tuesday 09/15

Wednesday 09/16

Thursday 09/17

$66

Friday 09/18

Saturday 09/19

Sunday 09/20

Monday 09/21

$57

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

Saturday 09/26

Sunday 09/27

Monday 09/28

Tuesday 09/29

Wednesday 09/30

Thursday 10/01

Friday 10/02

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Zurich to Trieste

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Zurich to Trieste, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $57, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Zurich to Trieste. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $70.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Zurich to Trieste, with $57. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $63.

How to save money travelling from Zurich to Trieste

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Zurich to Trieste in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Zurich to Trieste, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Zurich to Trieste are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Zurich and Trieste

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Zurich and Trieste.

Central Bus Station Sihlquai

Ausstellungsstrasse 5

Kinkelstrasse

Goldauerstrasse

Central Polybahn

Rathaus

Central Bus Station

Piazza della Libertà 9

Piazza Oberdan Bus Stop

Basovizza

Passeggio Di Sant'Andrea

Barcola

Service and Comfort on the bus from Zurich to Trieste

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Zurich to Trieste? Or which bus companies serve the route Zurich to Trieste? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Zurich to Trieste bus

How much does a Zurich Trieste bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $57 and takes 15h 35m to reach Trieste. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Zurich to Trieste?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $57 and $112. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Trieste.

On average, how many connections are available from Zurich to Trieste each day?

Every day, the Zurich to Trieste bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Zurich to Trieste take?

The fastest bus from Zurich to Trieste is offered by FlixBus and takes 10h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $89. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Zurich to Trieste?

The earliest bus arriving in Trieste from Zurich starts at 10:15 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Zurich to Trieste?

The latest bus trip departing from Zurich for Trieste starts at 10:15 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Zurich Trieste route?

When traveling by bus from Zurich to Trieste, passengers can travel with FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Trieste?

You can check all the direct connections between Zurich and Trieste by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Zurich to Trieste bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Zurich Trieste bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Zurich Trieste bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Zurich to Trieste on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Zurich to Trieste

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Zurich and to Trieste

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Zurich and to Trieste. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!