4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basel to Rome
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
13 h
Average duration
14 h 26 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
739 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basel to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Rome will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £55.
Of the 11 buses that leave Basel for Rome every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 739 km distance in an average of 14 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus · FlixBus12:3017h05Basel, Bahnhof5:35Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£551One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus12:3017h35Basel, Bahnhof6:05Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)£551One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus16:0516h35Basel, Bahnhof8:40Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£631One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus5:5515h15Basel, Bahnhof21:10Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£681One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:0514h25Basel, Bahnhof16:30Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£801One-way1 change
- FlixBus21:0013h00Basel, Bahnhof10:00Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£1041One-way0 changes
- FlixBus9:2514h15Basel, Bahnhof23:40Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£1181One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:0514h25Basel, Bahnhof16:30Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£801One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus5:5515h15Basel, Bahnhof21:10Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£681One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus21:0015h15Basel, Bahnhof12:15Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)£1071One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Rome
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £99.
Distance: 739 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
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£60 Average Price Cheapest | £170 Average Price | £183 Average Price |
12h 57m Average total duration 12h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Rome bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Rome coaches for today, Saturday 23 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 Basel, Bahnhof | 15h15 | 21:10 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 9:25 Basel, Bahnhof | 14h15 | 23:40 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
 252 · 055 | 14:05 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 14h25 | 4:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:05 Basel, Bahnhof | 16h25 | 8:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 Basel, Bahnhof | 18h35 | 18:00 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 Basel, Bahnhof | 15h55 | 15:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
| Sunday 24 May | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:05 Basel, Bahnhof | 14h25 | 16:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:05 Basel, Bahnhof | 16h00 | 18:05 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 Basel, Bahnhof | 15h55 | 18:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Basel to Rome coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Marino Autolinee to find the best option for your trip from Basel to Rome.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Basel to Rome.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Marino Autolinee to find the best option for your trip from Basel to Rome.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Basel to Rome.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Rome
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Buses from Basel to Rome run on average 10 times per day, taking around 12h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 739 km distance in 14h 10m.
Distance 739 km |
Average bus duration 12h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 14h 10m |
First bus 0:04 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar from Basel to RomeYou can travel by bus between Basel to Rome with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar for as low as £41. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Basel to Rome coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Rome by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Rome
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:30-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Swiss (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station)
- Café Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 30, 50 Tram: 8, 10, 11 Train: S3, S6
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