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Orvieto Underground
An underground cave complex beneath the city centre, showing wells, passages and everyday spaces carved into the tuff rock.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 25 m
Buses on 18 Sept
1
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rome to Orvieto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Orvieto will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 buses from Rome to Orvieto, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 25 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.
FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Orvieto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, while a coach costs an average of £14.
Distance: 97 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Orvieto:
A train is £4 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Rome to Orvieto costing on average £14.
Other travel options to Orvieto take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 28m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (1h 28m by bus vs 1h 42m by car) and save roughly £12 compared to fuel and tolls (£14 vs £25). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Orvieto coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 21:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1h25 | 22:45 Orvieto Scalo, Stazione | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Rome to Orvieto run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 97 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 97 km |
Average bus duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Orvieto — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Orvieto trip today.
An underground cave complex beneath the city centre, showing wells, passages and everyday spaces carved into the tuff rock.
Museum beside the cathedral displaying sculpture, paintings and sacred objects from the duomo and local churches.
A compact museum focused on Etruscan finds from Orvieto’s territory, including pottery, bronzes and funerary artefacts.
Orvieto’s main square is framed by the cathedral and historic buildings, making it the city’s essential meeting point and photo stop.
A lively medieval square with cafés around the edges and major civic buildings, useful for soaking up everyday city life.
This broad public garden by the fortress has shady paths, benches and sweeping views over the valley below Orvieto’s cliffs.
Thick hand-rolled pasta traditionally served with rich wild boar ragù, reflecting Umbria’s hunting and farmhouse cooking traditions.
Slow-cooked pigeon stuffed or braised with herbs and pancetta. A historic festive dish long associated with Umbrian family meals.
Simple peasant bread soup made with stale bread, tomato, garlic and basil. Common across central Italy and loved in local summer cooking.
Refined dining focused on Umbrian ingredients and seasonal cooking, with a polished atmosphere inside central Orvieto.
Traditional restaurant in Orvieto’s centre known for Umbrian pasta, local meats and a warm vaulted-cellar atmosphere.
Popular traditional eatery appreciated for hearty local cuisine, antipasti and an informal ambience near the historic centre.
Moderate for Italy: dining and hotels in Orvieto are usually below major tourist cities, while local buses and funicular are relatively affordable.
Service is often included or informal. Round up in cafés and taxis; leave 5-10% in restaurants only for notably good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Orvieto 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 Orvieto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Orvieto buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Orvieto Scalo, Stazione station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Orvieto bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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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