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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Otranto to Rome
Showing times and prices for 14 Aug
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
8 h 55 m
Average duration
9 h 2 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
540 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Otranto to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Otranto to Rome will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Fast coaches
Of the 10 buses that leave Otranto 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 540 km distance in an average of 9 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 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.
11227:509h55Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto17:45Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£131One-way0 changes- 11204:208h55Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto13:15Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£131One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:309h15Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto20:45Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£301One-way0 changes- FlixBus20:258h55Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto5:20Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£301One-way0 changes
- 111420:059h25Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto5:30Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£311One-way0 changes
- FlixBus20:258h55Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto5:20Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£301One-way0 changes
- 11204:208h55Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto13:15Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£131One-way0 changes
328 · 33612:358h55Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto21:30Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£471One-way1 change- 2064:309h10Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto13:40Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£451One-way0 changes
- FlixBus11:309h15Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto20:45Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£301One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Otranto to Rome
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Otranto to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £17.
Distance: 540 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£17 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price | £56 Average Price |
10h 28m Average total duration 9h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg 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
Otranto to Rome bus times
The table below shows live departures for Otranto to Rome coaches for today, Thursday 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11:30 Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto | 9h15 | 20:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
| 107 | 19:40 Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto | 9h50 | 5:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:25 Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto | 8h55 | 5:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
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| 1120 | 4:20 Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto | 8h55 | 13:15 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
| 206 | 4:30 Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto | 9h10 | 13:40 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
| 1122 | 7:50 Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto | 9h55 | 17:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Otranto to Rome
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Buses from Otranto to Rome run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 540 km distance in 8h 55m.
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
Distance 540 km |
Average bus duration 9h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 55m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 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
Bus providers: Itabus, Marino Autolinee from Otranto to RomeYou can travel by bus between Otranto to Rome with Itabus, Marino Autolinee for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Itabus
About
Itabus is a leading bus company in Italy, providing reliable and comfortable transportation services to its customers. Itabus operates a fleet of modern buses, ranging from luxury coaches to standard buses, all equipped with air conditioning, comfortable seating, and onboard entertainment.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 55m
Cheapest Price
£7
Itabus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Dedicated seating areas; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
Marino Autolinee
About
MarinoBus is an Italian bus company with more than 200 destinations and 6,000 connections across Italy and Europe. Originally focused on Basilicata and Apulia, its network has expanded to cover the rest of Italy as well as Switzerland, France, Germany, and Luxembourg. All MarinoBus coaches are equipped with spacious reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, WiFi, minibars, and color TVs. For your next trip, you can book the standard ticket, which includes one piece of hand luggage and up to two checked bags per passenger
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 50m
Cheapest Price
£23
Marino Autolinee frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
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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: Otranto to Rome coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Otranto 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 Otranto to Rome can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Otranto to Rome is £17; 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 Otranto to Rome is 8h 55m to travel the 540 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 Otranto to Rome leaves at 0:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Otranto to Rome leaves at 23:56.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from Otranto to Rome with Itabus, Marino Autolinee. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Otranto to Rome, you can count on Itabus, Marino Autolinee for the best way to get you to Rome. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Otranto and Rome and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Otranto , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto, Otranto, Via Orte (Porto) . When arriving in Rome , you can end your route in coach stations like Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina, Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina), Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine", Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (Terminal 3 Arrivi), Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto, 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 Otranto is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Otranto to Rome is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Otranto and Rome including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Otranto to Rome:
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Otranto to Rome for coach company Itabus, Marino Autolinee.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Otranto to Rome depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Itabus, Marino Autolinee.
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 Otranto to Rome.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Otranto to Rome:
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Otranto to Rome:
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Otranto to Rome. The following conditions apply:
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Otranto to Rome with the following coach company: Itabus, Marino Autolinee
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Otranto to Rome with the following coach company: Itabus, Marino Autolinee.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Otranto to Rome with the following coach company: Itabus, Marino Autolinee.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Otranto and Rome
Most Otranto to Rome buses use the Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station pair, with some services arriving at Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine". Use this guide to compare Otranto and Rome bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Otranto
Arrival bus stations in Rome
Which Otranto station do buses to Rome leave from?
Buses from Otranto to Rome leave from Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto. The station is 1 km from Otranto city centre at Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto, Maglie, Italy.
Otranto, Via Orte (Porto)Via Orte, 73028 Otranto LE, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Otranto, Via Orte (Porto) from Otranto city centre
Bus101, 106, 105 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Otranto, Via Orte (Porto) bus station facilities and services
Otranto, Via Orte (Porto) 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 Otranto, Via Orte (Porto). ATMs are available at Otranto, Via Orte (Porto).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Otranto, Via Orte (Porto).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Otranto, Via Orte (Porto): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Otranto, Via Orte (Porto): Basic accessibility for buses available.
Which Rome station do buses from Otranto arrive at?
Buses from Otranto 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
Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine"
City-centre transport
Getting to Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine" from Rome city centre
TrainRe, 12629 · 15m · £2 · every ~8 min
BusN574, 522, 554, 546, N522 · 25m · £0.90
30m · £2
40m · £6 · every ~3 min
SIT Bus Shuttle · 45m · £4
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