The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Rome
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£120
Fastest journey
1 d 14 h 50 m
Average duration
1 d 15 h 44 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
1561 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Rome will cost around £120 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £65.
Of the 4 buses that leave Bristol for Rome every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 1561 km distance in an average of 1 d 15 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 14 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 16 h 30 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.








Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Bristol to Rome
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.6 - 3.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £65, and a flight costs an average of £62.
Distance: 1561 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£137 Average Price Cheapest | £171 Average Price |
33h 35m Average total duration 33h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.6 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.7 - 9.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Rome bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Rome coaches for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:25 Bristol | 38h45 | 05:10 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:00 Bristol | 38h50 | 06:50 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 24 February | |||||
![]() | 06:05 Bristol | 40h30 | 22:35 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:00 Bristol | 39h45 | 22:45 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Rome
Buses from Bristol to Rome run on average 5 times per day, taking around 33h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £65 but you can travel from only £62 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 1561 km distance in 38h 0m.
Distance 1561 km |
Average bus duration 33h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 38h 0m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Bristol to RomeYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Rome with FlixBus for as low as £62. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bristol to Rome coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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