The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rome to Lecce
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
5 h 50 m
Average duration
6 h 58 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
506 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rome to Lecce is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Lecce will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 22 buses that leave Rome for Lecce every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 506 km distance in an average of 6 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 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.
11038:009h05Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina17:05Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)£161One-way0 changes
110910:009h05Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina19:05Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)£161One-way0 changes
110122:2510h15Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina8:40Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)£161One-way0 changes
110723:408h25Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina8:05Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)£221One-way0 changes
112112:308h30Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina21:00Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)£221One-way0 changes
13:305h50Rome19:20Lecce£421One-way0 changes
12:507h00Rome19:50Lecce£421One-way0 changes
15:007h00Rome22:00Lecce£441One-way0 changes
14:007h00Rome21:00Lecce£521One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:008h00Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina19:00Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Rome to Lecce
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rome to Lecce 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 1h 18m. 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 £6, and a flight costs an average of £18.
Distance: 506 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price | £186 Average Price |
8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rome to Lecce bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Lecce coaches for today, Thursday 16 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:15 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 11h30 | 8:45 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
133 · 108 | 21:15 Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine" | 9h45 | 7:00 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 11h35 | 9:05 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
1107 | 21:40 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h25 | 6:05 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
108 | 21:50 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h10 | 7:00 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
1103 | 6:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h05 | 15:05 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h55 | 15:15 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h50 | 16:05 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
1109 | 8:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h05 | 17:05 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h00 | 17:00 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 10h20 | 20:40 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 11h15 | 21:40 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
1121 | 10:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h30 | 19:00 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
207 | 12:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h10 | 20:40 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
1125 | 13:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h55 | 21:55 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:15 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h25 | 21:40 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h20 | 23:05 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 10h10 | 6:10 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
1101 | 20:25 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 10h15 | 6:40 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h15 | 4:45 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Lecce
Buses from Rome to Lecce run on average 19 times per day, taking around 8h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 506 km distance in 7h 25m.
Distance 506 km |
Average bus duration 8h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 7h 25m |
First bus 2:35 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
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Busiest Day Wed |
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Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar from Rome to LecceYou can travel by bus between Rome to Lecce with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Rome to Lecce coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Lecce 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 Lecce, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- 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.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 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.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rome and Lecce
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ristorante Italiano (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 520, 720 Train: Leonardo Express
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the bus terminal entrance.
- Ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 30, 31 Train: Lecce Station
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