Trieste 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 various connections.
No direct flights typically operate to TRS from North America. Direct flights are available to VCE from major US cities seasonally. From UK/Europe, direct flights to TRS originate from London (Stansted), Barcelona, Naples, Palermo, and various German cities. Many direct options to VCE connect from across Europe.
High Season (Summer): Higher frequency of flights, but 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 holiday periods.
TRS: Car rental, cafes, shops, free Wi-Fi, bus service. VCE: Extensive facilities, including shops, restaurants, lounges, car rentals, and diverse transport options.
Trains from TRS are faster than buses. Buses from VCE are good for connections.
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 offers extensive 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 sea arrivals (e.g., cruise ships from outside Schengen), standard immigration procedures apply upon first entry. For intra-Schengen arrivals, no checks typically occur.
The cruise 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.
No specific exit fees or taxes 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-in counters, security, duty-free shops, cafes, lounges.
