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Museo Diocesano di Pienza
Cathedral museum displaying sacred art, liturgical objects and works connected with Pienza’s religious history.
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rome to Pienza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Pienza will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 1 buses that leave Rome for Pienza every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 147 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 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.
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107The table below shows live departures for Rome to Pienza coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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107 | 5:35 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 2h30 | 8:05 Bettolle, Piazza Del Popolo | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Rome to Pienza run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:41, the last at 21:10. The fastest coach covers the 147 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 147 km |
Average bus duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 0:41 |
Last bus 21:10 |
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Discover the best of Pienza — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pienza trip today.
Cathedral museum displaying sacred art, liturgical objects and works connected with Pienza’s religious history.
Historic palace interiors with period furnishings and art, illustrating elite life in Renaissance Pienza.
Small crypt beneath the cathedral preserving archaeological remains and offering insight into earlier phases of the site.
Pienza’s main square, framed by key Renaissance buildings and ideal for appreciating the town’s careful urban design.
Principal street lined with shops, churches and palaces, perfect for a slow walk through the heart of Pienza.
Panoramic terrace along the old walls with broad views over the Val d’Orcia and a classic Pienza sunset spot.
Pecorino di Pienza is the town’s signature ewe’s milk cheese, made in the Val d’Orcia and aged from fresh to mature, often served with local honey or jam.
Pici all’aglione is thick hand-rolled pasta with a tomato sauce flavoured with aglione, a local giant garlic from southern Tuscany.
Pici alle briciole features pici pasta topped with toasted breadcrumbs, garlic and olive oil, a simple Tuscan dish linked to peasant cooking.
Casual enoteca and deli ideal for pecorino tastings, salumi, sandwiches and glasses of local wine in a relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional Tuscan restaurant known for pecorino dishes, pici and hearty local cooking in a warm, rustic setting inside the historic centre.
Well-known spot for local cheese boards, Tuscan pasta and regional wines, with simple interiors and a central old-town location.
Moderate for Tuscany: stays and dining cost more than smaller inland towns, but local transport is limited and many cafés and trattorias remain reasonably priced.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated; small change for cafés and taxis is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Pienza 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 Pienza, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Pienza buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Bettolle, Piazza Del Popolo station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Pienza 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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