How to get to Rome from Alicante

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Compare coach and flight for Alicante to Rome

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £146 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.2 - 2.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £146, while a flight costs an average of £277.

Distance: 1170 km

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£277

Average Price

£146

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Cheapest

£379

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5h 58m

Average total duration

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3h 58m

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32h 19m

Average total duration

31h 49m

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30m

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19h 2m

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3.5 - 7.0kg

CO2 emissions

1.2 - 2.9kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Alicante to Rome is a coach with an average price of £146.

This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Rome:

A coach is £131 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Rome costing on average £277.

The fastest way to travel from Alicante to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 58m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Coach takes on average 32h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Alicante and Rome including taking a coach and flight.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 15h 4m sooner (3h 58m by flight vs 19h 2m by car) and save roughly £102 compared to fuel and tolls (£277 vs £379). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Alicante to Rome

How to get to Rome from Alicante by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Alicante to Rome is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Wizz Air MaltaW46198
    16:502h10
    Alicante Elche Airport
    19:00Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    £1721One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Wizz Air MaltaW46198
    16:502h10
    Alicante Elche Airport
    19:00Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    £1721One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 5180
    8:502h05
    Alicante Elche Airport
    10:55Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    £3041One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    15:1532h10
    Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
    23:25Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    £2051One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    18:5041h25
    Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
    12:15Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
    £2061One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    18:5036h10
    Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
    7:00Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    £2181One-way
    2 changes
  • VuelingVY1311 · VY6106
    23:0010h50
    Alicante Elche Airport
    9:50Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    £2001One-way
    1 change
  • VuelingVY1311 · VY6116
    23:0013h45
    Alicante Elche Airport
    12:45Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    £2491One-way
    1 change
  • Brussels AirlinesSN3772 · SN3181
    9:058h05
    Alicante Elche Airport
    17:10Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    £3381One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Rome by train

The most popular day trips by train from Rome are Florence, Naples, Orvieto, Siena and Tivoli. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Rome on Omio.

A view of Florence

Day trip from Rome to Florence by train

Why visit Florence for the day?

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.

A view of Naples

Day trip from Rome to Naples by train

Why visit Naples for the day?

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.

A view of Orvieto

Day trip from Rome to Orvieto by train

Why visit Orvieto for the day?

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.

A view of Siena

Day trip from Rome to Siena by train

Why visit Siena for the day?

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.

A view of Tivoli

Day trip from Rome to Tivoli by train

Why visit Tivoli for the day?

Tivoli is a hillside town east of Rome known for Villa d’Este and Hadrian’s Villa. Its historic centre feels lived-in and calm, with stone streets, fountains and broad views over the surrounding countryside.

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FAQs: Alicante to Rome

Travel to Rome easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Alicante to Rome.

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There are 2 options to travel between Alicante and Rome including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Alicante to Rome is a coach with an average price of £146.

This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Rome:

A coach is £131 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Rome costing on average £277.

The fastest way to travel from Alicante to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 58m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Coach takes on average 32h 19m.

The Alicante to Rome distance is approximately 1170 km.
The average frequency per day from Alicante to Rome is:
  • Around 51 flights per day.
  • Around 4 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Alicante and Rome as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Alicante to Rome:
  • Flights mostly depart from Alicante Elche Airport and arrive in Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Alicante, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Alicante to Rome, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Air Algerie, KLM Cityhopper, KM Malta Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Avion Express Malta, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Malta Air, Ryanair, Edelweiss Air, Iberia, Air Europa, Swiss, Eurowings, Transavia France, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Royal Air Maroc, Turkish Airlines, ITA, Aegean Airlines, TAP Portugal to go to Rome by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Rome by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Alicante to Rome:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Alicante to Rome often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Naples, Milan, Venice, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rome and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Alicante to Rome, you can choose from several travel options including coach and flight.
In Rome, you can explore Trastevere, a charming neighbourhood with narrow streets and vibrant nightlife, and take a stroll through Villa Borghese, a beautiful park with museums and gardens. Enjoy a gelato at Piazza Navona, a lively square with fountains and street artists. Visit the Spanish Steps for people-watching and a great view, and discover the ancient Catacombs with guided tours. Must-see sights include the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Roman Forum, Pantheon, and Trevi Fountain.
Three to four days in Rome allows you to experience its key attractions, including the Colosseum, Vatican City, and the Pantheon, while enjoying the city's vibrant culture and cuisine.

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