Friuli Venezia Giulia Italy Travel Guide
Trieste is served by a local airport and has access to larger international hubs within a reasonable distance.
Different airlines operate from each airport, offering a range of connections.
No direct flights typically operate to TRS from North America. Direct flights are there for VCE from major US cities seasonally. From UK/Europe, non-stop flights to TRS originate from London (Stansted), Barcelona, Naples, Palermo, and various German cities. Many direct options to VCE connect from throughout Europe.
High Season (Summer): Higher frequency of flights, and also higher prices. Book well in advance. Shoulder Seasons: Good balance of flight availability and potentially lower prices. Low Season (Winter): Fewer flights, often lowest prices, notably outside vacation times.
TRS: Car rental, cafes, shops, free Wi-Fi, bus service. VCE: Extensive facilities, including shops, restaurants, lounges, car rentals, and diverse transport options.
Rail services from TRS are faster than buses. Coaches from VCE are good for transfers.
Public transport (bus/train) is the most budget-friendly option from both airports.
Taxis or private transfers offer door-to-door service, but at a higher cost.
Trieste sits very close to the Slovenian border.
Trenitalia, Italy's national railway company, Trieste Centrale is the main train station.
FlixBus provides comprehensive connections; Autoguidovie Italiane / APT Gorizia regional services.
An International Driving Permit (IDP) is for non-EU citizens with a valid national driver's license.
The Port of Trieste is an important commercial port and cruise destination.
Trieste does not have significant river transportation.
For international arriving by sea (e.g., cruise ships from outside Schengen), standard immigration procedures apply upon first entry. For intra-Schengen arrivals, no checks typically occur.
The boat trip terminal and ferry docks are very close to Trieste's city center. They are within walking distance of Piazza Unità d'Italia and public transport stops. Taxis are also available.
You won't pay exit fees are typically levied on departing travelers from Italy. Airport taxes are usually included in the flight ticket price. Arrive 2-3 hours before international flights, 1.5-2 hours for domestic/Schengen flights.
Trieste Airport (TRS): Check-over the counter, security, duty-free shops, cafes, lounges.
