How to get to Rome from Bristol

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Compare coach and flight for Bristol to Rome

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £124 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.6 - 3.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £124, while a coach costs an average of £154.

Distance: 1561 km

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£124

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£154

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£254

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5h 30m

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3h 30m

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35h 14m

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34h 44m

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21h 3m

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4.7 - 9.4kg

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1.6 - 3.9kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Rome is a flight with an average price of £124.

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

A flight is £29 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bristol to Rome costing on average £154.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 30m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Coach takes on average 35h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol 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 17h 33m sooner (3h 30m by flight vs 21h 3m by car) and save roughly £129 compared to fuel and tolls (£124 vs £254). 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 Bristol to Rome

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:1547h50
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    6:05Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
    £931One-way
    3 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:1547h50
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    6:05Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
    £931One-way
    3 changes

Fastest

  • easyJetU22837
    13:202h35
    Bristol Airport
    16:55Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    £1951One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:1538h30
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    18:45Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    £961One-way
    3 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    16:0038h00
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    7:00Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    £1131One-way
    3 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    16:0043h15
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    12:15Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
    £1131One-way
    3 changes
  • RyanairFR 5165 · FR 9611
    7:3510h50
    Bristol Airport
    19:25Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    £981One-way
    1 change
  • RyanairFR 505 · FR 9611
    9:209h05
    Bristol Airport
    19:25Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    £1091One-way
    1 change
  • easyJetU22839+RegionalePeople Mover PM090 · Regionale Veloce 4133
    7:009h24
    Bristol Airport
    17:24Rome S. Pietro
    £1221One-way
    2 changes

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FAQs: Bristol 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 Bristol to Rome.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bristol and Rome including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Rome is a flight with an average price of £124.

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

A flight is £29 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bristol to Rome costing on average £154.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 30m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Coach takes on average 35h 14m.

The Bristol to Rome distance is approximately 1561 km.
The average frequency per day from Bristol to Rome is:
  • Around 7 coaches per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bristol 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 Bristol to Rome:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bristol Airport and arrive in Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) and arrive in Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bristol to Rome, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Rome by coach.
  • Travel with easyJet, Malta Air, Buzz, Ryanair, Edelweiss Air to go to Rome by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bristol to Rome:
  • 1 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Bristol 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 Bristol 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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