The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zurich to Rome
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
14 h 45 m
Average duration
15 h 47 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
683 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zurich to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Rome will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 3 buses that leave Zurich for Rome 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 683 km distance in an average of 15 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 17 h 40 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.
249517:2014h45Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)8:05Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£261One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus8:4514h55Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)23:40Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£591One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus15:5017h40Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)9:30Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£821One-way1 change
249517:2014h45Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)8:05Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£261One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus8:4514h55Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)23:40Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£591One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus15:5017h40Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)9:30Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£821One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Rome
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £100.
Distance: 683 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£49 Average Price Cheapest | £140 Average Price | £110 Average Price |
11h 50m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 8m Average total duration 7h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Zurich to Rome bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Rome coaches for today, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2495 | 15:20 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 14h45 | 6:05 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 14h55 | 21:40 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 17h40 | 7:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs Itabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Itabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Marino Autolinee or easyJet to find the best option for your trip from Zurich to Rome.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Marino Autolinee or easyJet to find the best option for your trip from Zurich to Rome.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Zurich to Rome.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zurich to Rome
Buses from Zurich to Rome run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 683 km distance in 14h 25m.
Distance 683 km |
Average bus duration 11h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 14h 25m |
First bus 0:02 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
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Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, easyJet from Zurich to RomeYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Rome with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, easyJet for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Zurich to Rome coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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.

- 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 Zurich and Rome
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
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