- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Buses per day
41
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bologna to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Rome will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 41 buses that leave Bologna for Rome every day 39 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 304 km distance in an average of 4 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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.
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2413Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a flight costs an average of £53.
Distance: 304 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price | £104 Average Price |
5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Rome coaches for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 18:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h00 | 23:40 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
3491 | 19:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h40 | 23:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h35 | 1:10 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h20 | 2:35 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
055 | 23:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h50 | 4:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
2413 | 23:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h40 | 4:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:54 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 6h16 | 6:10 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
| Monday 24 August | |||||
2771 | 0:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h40 | 4:55 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
2421 | 0:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h40 | 5:25 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h10 | 6:10 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
2701 | 1:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h40 | 6:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
3897 | 2:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h45 | 7:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h40 | 8:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
2495 | 2:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h20 | 8:10 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
3887 | 3:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h45 | 8:50 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h55 | 9:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h45 | 10:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h50 | 11:50 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
1121 | 7:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h15 | 12:15 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h00 | 12:15 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h15 | 13:50 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h15 | 14:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h35 | 15:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h05 | 15:05 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h20 | 16:05 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
2409 | 10:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h40 | 15:35 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 6h30 | 17:50 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 1 change | |
2723 | 11:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h15 | 16:35 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h30 | 17:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h05 | 17:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h40 | 18:05 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h10 | 18:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
2125 | 14:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h15 | 19:15 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
S121 | 14:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h30 | 20:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 6h05 | 20:35 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
4787 | 15:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h15 | 20:15 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
2797 | 15:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h40 | 19:40 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h30 | 21:10 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h55 | 22:25 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
3803 | 16:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h40 | 21:10 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h50 | 21:50 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Bologna to Rome run on average 36 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 33 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 304 km distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 304 km |
Average bus duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 36 |
Direct buses 33 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 0:02 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 days |
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World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Superb Capitoline collections on Michelangelo's square, showcasing ancient sculpture, bronzes, and Rome's civic history.
Outstanding gallery in a villa setting, celebrated for Bernini sculptures and masterpieces by Caravaggio and Raphael.
Baroque square with fountains and lively street life, ideal for people-watching and a classic Rome atmosphere.
Famous staircase linking Piazza di Spagna to Trinità dei Monti, beloved for city scenes and elegant surroundings.
Bohemian quarter of lanes, piazzas, and nightlife, popular for evening strolls, local character, and riverside charm.
Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano and black pepper. A city icon prized for its rich sauce and no cream tradition.
Pasta in a sharp, savoury sauce of guanciale, tomato and Pecorino Romano. A classic Roman favourite with roots in local trattoria cooking.
Simple Roman pasta made with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. It shows the city’s love of bold flavour from few ingredients.
Michelin-starred restaurant by the Colosseum serving refined Roman cuisine in an elegant setting. Best for a fine-dining splurge.
Historic Trastevere trattoria known for classic Roman pasta and warm old-school rooms. A dependable choice for traditional local dishes.
Long-running Testaccio restaurant specialising in Roman quinto quarto and pasta. Informal, authentic and popular with locals and visitors.
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.
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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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.

Most Bologna to Rome buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station pair, with some services arriving at Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina). Use this guide to compare Bologna and Rome bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Elevators, ramps.
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. ATMs are aTM available near ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
Available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) is 3 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Ristorante Italiano (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals area.
Ticket office support is available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus).
Available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): Elevators, ramps.
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