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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Rome
Showing times and prices for 16 Aug
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£125
Fastest journey
1 d 16 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 19 h 40 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
1596 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Rome will cost around £125 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £90.
Fast coaches
Of the 7 buses that leave Birmingham for Rome every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 1596 km distance in an average of 1 d 19 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 16 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 d 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.
20:0050h00Birmingham22:00Rome£901One-way0 changes- 15:3043h45Birmingham11:15Rome£1041One-way0 changes
- 15:5542h20Birmingham10:15Rome£1181One-way0 changes
- 4:5048h15Birmingham5:05Rome£1241One-way0 changes
- 19:0040h15Birmingham11:15Rome£1291One-way0 changes
- 19:0040h15Birmingham11:15Rome£1291One-way0 changes
- 15:5542h20Birmingham10:15Rome£1181One-way0 changes
- 15:3043h45Birmingham11:15Rome£1041One-way0 changes
- 14:3043h45Birmingham10:15Rome£1691One-way0 changes
- 4:5048h15Birmingham5:05Rome£1241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Birmingham to Rome
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.6 - 4.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £537.
Distance: 1596 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£133 Average Price | £82 Average Price Cheapest | £537 Average Price |
36h 34m Average total duration 36h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 42m Average total duration 25h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.6 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.8 - 9.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Rome bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Rome coaches for today, Saturday 15 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:05 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 39h10 | 12:15 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 3 changes | |
| Sunday 16 August | |||||
| 3:50 Birmingham | 48h15 | 4:05 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4:50 Birmingham | 48h15 | 5:05 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:30 Birmingham | 43h45 | 10:15 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:30 Birmingham | 43h45 | 11:15 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:55 Birmingham | 42h20 | 10:15 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:00 Birmingham | 40h15 | 11:15 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Rome
United Kingdom
Italy
Buses from Birmingham to Rome run on average 7 times per day, taking around 36h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £86 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 1596 km distance in 37h 5m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £15
Distance 1596 km |
Average bus duration 36h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £86 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 37h 5m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £15
Bus providers: FlixBus from Birmingham to RomeYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Rome with FlixBus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
37h 40m
Cheapest Price
£76
FlixBus frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Complete guide to Rome
Things to do in Rome
Discover the best of Rome — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rome trip today.
- Must visit
Capitoline Museums
Superb Capitoline collections on Michelangelo's square, showcasing ancient sculpture, bronzes, and Rome's civic history.
- Must visit
Galleria Borghese
Outstanding gallery in a villa setting, celebrated for Bernini sculptures and masterpieces by Caravaggio and Raphael.
- Must visit
Piazza Navona
Baroque square with fountains and lively street life, ideal for people-watching and a classic Rome atmosphere.
- Must visit
Spanish Steps
Famous staircase linking Piazza di Spagna to Trinità dei Monti, beloved for city scenes and elegant surroundings.
- Must visit
Trastevere
Bohemian quarter of lanes, piazzas, and nightlife, popular for evening strolls, local character, and riverside charm.
Carbonara
Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano and black pepper. A city icon prized for its rich sauce and no cream tradition.
Amatriciana
Pasta in a sharp, savoury sauce of guanciale, tomato and Pecorino Romano. A classic Roman favourite with roots in local trattoria cooking.
- Vegetarian
Cacio e Pepe
Simple Roman pasta made with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. It shows the city’s love of bold flavour from few ingredients.
Aroma
Michelin-starred restaurant by the Colosseum serving refined Roman cuisine in an elegant setting. Best for a fine-dining splurge.
Da Enzo al 29
Historic Trastevere trattoria known for classic Roman pasta and warm old-school rooms. A dependable choice for traditional local dishes.
Felice a Testaccio
Long-running Testaccio restaurant specialising in Roman quinto quarto and pasta. Informal, authentic and popular with locals and visitors.
Euro (€)
Moderate for a major Western European capital. Hotels in central areas are pricey, but dining and public transport are often cheaper than in Paris or London.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. In cafés, small change is enough; taxis are usually rounded up.
ATAC Roma
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.50
- Day pass
- €8.50
To the city centre
Via Marsala, Rome -> Piazza Venezia, Rome
- Distance
- 2 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Contactless Tap&Go works on the metro and on ATAC surface lines equipped with contactless validators, including buses and trams.
- A BIT single ticket is valid for 100 min; the official Tap&Go best fare caps daily travel at the ROMA 24H fare.
FAQs: Birmingham to Rome coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to Rome can start from as little as £76 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to Rome is £133; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Birmingham to Rome is 37h 40m to travel the 1596 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Birmingham to Rome leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Birmingham to Rome leaves at 23:50.
There are 6 coaches a day from Birmingham to Rome which require at least one change with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Birmingham to Rome, you can count on FlixBus for the best way to get you to Rome. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Birmingham and Rome and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Birmingham , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station . When arriving in Rome , you can end your route in coach stations like Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina, Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina, located 4 away from the city centre.
A trip to Rome from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 37h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham to Rome is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Birmingham and Rome including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to Rome for coach company FlixBus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Birmingham to Rome:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Birmingham to Rome depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Birmingham to Rome.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Rome:
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Rome:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Birmingham to Rome. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Birmingham to Rome with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to Rome with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Birmingham to Rome with the following coach company: FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Rome
Most Birmingham to Rome buses use the Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station pair, with some services arriving at Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina). Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Rome bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Birmingham
Arrival bus stations in Rome
Which Birmingham station do buses to Rome leave from?
Buses from Birmingham to Rome leave from Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. The station is from Birmingham city centre at Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, UK.
Birmingham, Great Charles Street QueenswayGreat Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Bus822, X8, 12, 24, 126, 13, 23, X10, 829, 9 · 2m · £2 · every ~153 min
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
BirminghamUpper Crust Digbeth, Coach Station, 52-56 Spencer House, Birmingham B5 6DQ, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham from Birmingham city centre
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Birmingham bus station facilities and services
Birmingham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Multiple fast food and cafes inside
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available within the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs available inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Which Rome station do buses from Birmingham arrive at?
Buses from Birmingham to Rome most often arrive at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. Some services arrive at Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina), so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Rome arrival station.
Roma, Autostazione TiburtinaLargo Guido Mazzoni, snc, 00162 Roma RM, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina from Rome city centre
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus490, 495 · 16m · £2 · every ~22 min
SubwayMeb · 7m · £2 · every ~15 min
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina bus station facilities and services
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafes and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. ATMs are aTM available near ticket office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)Rome Anagnina, Via Tuscolana, 173
City-centre transport
Getting to Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) from Rome city centre
BusRome Fiumicino, Scario · 31m · £0.90
nMA · 38m · £2 · every ~4 min
SubwayMea · 24m · £2 · every ~29 min
Shuttle31m · £9
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