- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Cheapest price
£139
Average price
£187
Fastest journey
1 d 22 h 30 m
Average duration
1 d 22 h 57 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1967 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Rome will cost around £187 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £139.
Of the 5 buses that leave Glasgow for Rome every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 1967 km distance in an average of 1 d 22 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 22 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 23 h 45 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.










Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow 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 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 2.0 - 4.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £721.
Distance: 1967 km
| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£158 Average Price | £131 Average Price Cheapest | £721 Average Price |
40h 52m Average total duration 40h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 29m Average total duration 28h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
2.0 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 5.9 - 11.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Glasgow to Rome coaches for today, Thursday 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 44h40 | 20:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 54h25 | 6:05 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 46h30 | 23:25 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3 changes | |
| Friday 14 August | |||||
![]() | 20:15 Glasgow | 46h55 | 19:10 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Glasgow to Rome run on average 5 times per day, taking around 40h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £100 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1967 km distance in 45h 50m.
Distance 1967 km |
Average bus duration 40h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £100 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 45h 50m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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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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Via Marsala, Rome -> Piazza Venezia, Rome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Rome buses use the Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station pair, with some services arriving at Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina). Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Rome bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station), Coffee Express (in the station), Fast Bites (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
Available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: 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.
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