- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 47 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Viareggio to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Viareggio to Rome will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 3 buses that leave Viareggio for Rome every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 285 km distance in an average of 5 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 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.
FlixBus
Regionale 18401 · Regionale 18225+
Busitalia B031
FlixBus
FlixBus
Regionale 18401 · Regionale 18225+
Busitalia B031
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Viareggio to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 285 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Viareggio to Rome coaches for today, Sunday 16 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18401 · Regionale 18225+ Busitalia B031 | 17:33 Viareggio station | 5h57 | 23:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 23:55 Viareggio, Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio Nord | 6h00 | 5:55 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 17 August | |||||
FlixBus | 5:25 Viareggio, Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio Nord | 5h25 | 10:50 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Viareggio to Rome run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 285 km distance in 4h 14m.
Distance 285 km |
Average bus duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 14m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
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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 Viareggio 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 Viareggio to Rome buses use the Viareggio, Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio Nord to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station pair, with some services arriving at Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina). Use this guide to compare Viareggio and Rome bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Viareggio, Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio Nord is 1 km from Viareggio city centre. Public transport options include:
Viareggio, Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants around the square
Wi-Fi is available at Viareggio, Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio Nord. ATMs are aTM access at the nearby bank.
Ticket office support is available at Viareggio, Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio Nord.
Available at Viareggio, Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Viareggio, Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio Nord: Accessible for people with reduced mobility.
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.
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) is 3 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Ristorante Italiano (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals area.
Ticket office support is available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus).
Available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): Elevators, ramps.
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