Ljubljana to Trieste by bus
Trieste lies 72 km (45 mi) south-west of Ljubljana, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 32 min including stops, over roughly 88 km (55 mi) of road.
| Ljubljana | Trieste | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Slovenia | Italy |
| Population | 272,220 | 204,338 |
| Elevation | 295 m (968 ft) | 19 m (62 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Ljubljana) | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) |
| Postal codes | 1500–1600 | 34100–34151 |
What changes when you arrive in Trieste
Crossing from Slovenia into Italy: sockets are Euro, Schuko, Type L; the dialling code becomes +39; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210.
Where to book buses from Ljubljana to Trieste
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Staying in Trieste
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Common questions
How far is Trieste from Ljubljana?
72 km (45 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Ljubljana; by road roughly 88 km (55 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ljubljana to Trieste by bus?
About 1 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ljubljana and Trieste?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Trieste?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.