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Vatican Museums
World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Cheapest price on 07 Oct
£35
Average ticket price on 07 Oct
£55
Fastest journey on 07 Oct
12 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 07 Oct
14 h 23 m
Buses on 07 Oct
2
Distance
518 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zagreb to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Rome will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
On Wed 07 Oct, we found 2 buses from Zagreb to Rome, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 518 km distance in an average of 14 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 16 h 5 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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FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Zagreb to Rome run on average 5 times per day, taking around 14h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 518 km distance in 12h 30m.
Distance 518 km |
Average bus duration 14h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 30m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Rome coaches for today, Tuesday 6 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:05 Zagreb, Bus Station | 16h05 | 6:10 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 20:40 Zagreb, Bus Station | 12h40 | 9:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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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
The most popular day trips by bus from Rome are Florence, Naples, Siena, Perugia and Orvieto. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Rome on Omio.

Florence is known for Renaissance art and architecture, with the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio shaping its skyline. Despite its fame, it feels compact and lived-in, with busy piazzas, artisan workshops and a strong Tuscan food culture.
There are 54 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 231 km distance in 2h 15m.

Naples is a lively city on the Bay of Naples, known for pizza, faded grandeur and the presence of Vesuvius. Its historic centre is dense and energetic, where churches, street life and sea views sit close together.
There are 53 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:16, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 189 km distance in 1h 40m.

Siena is a medieval Tuscan city known for the Piazza del Campo, the Palio and its striped Duomo. Its steep lanes, Gothic buildings and strong civic traditions give it a more austere character than many larger Italian cities.
There are 21 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:39. The fastest coach covers the 184 km distance in 2h 39m.

Perugia is Umbria’s hilltop capital, known for medieval streets, Etruscan roots and a lively student atmosphere. Its historic centre pairs grand piazzas and stone lanes with a strong identity shaped by jazz and chocolate.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:51. The fastest coach covers the 136 km distance in 1h 24m.

Orvieto is known for its dramatic Duomo, Etruscan heritage and position on volcanic cliffs. Medieval streets, underground spaces and a calm Umbrian atmosphere give it a distinct character.
There are 1 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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb 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 Zagreb to Rome buses use the Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station pair, with some services arriving at Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina). Use this guide to compare Zagreb and Rome bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor is 1 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Zagreb (in the station), Bakery Delight (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor.
Available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor: Elevators, ramps.
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.
Roma is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast-food options and a cafe.
Free public WiFi available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs located at entrance area.
Ticket office support is available at Roma.
Available at Roma: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma: Wheelchair accessible entrances and restrooms.
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