How to get to Rome from Cardiff

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Compare coach for Cardiff to Rome

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £187 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 35h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £187, while a coach costs an average of £187.

Distance: 1595 km

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£187

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Cheapest

£58

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35h 41m

Average total duration

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35h 11m

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21h 41m

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The cheapest way to travel from Cardiff to Rome is a coach with an average price of £187.
The fastest way to travel from Cardiff to Rome is by coach with an average journey time of 35h 41m.
Yes, you can take a coach between Cardiff and Rome.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £187 compared to roughly £58 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£128. The journey takes 35h 11m versus 21h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Cardiff to Rome

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

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

  • FlixBus
    13:0546h10
    Cardiff
    11:15Rome
    £1031One-way
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  • FlixBus
    13:0546h10
    Cardiff
    11:15Rome
    £1031One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    6:1039h35
    Cardiff
    21:45Rome
    £1431One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Rome.

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You can travel between Cardiff and Rome by coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Cardiff to Rome is a coach with an average price of £187.
The fastest way to travel from Cardiff to Rome is by coach with an average journey time of 35h 41m.
The Cardiff to Rome distance is approximately 1595 km.
The average frequency per day from Cardiff to Rome is:
  • Around 6 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cardiff to Rome:
  • Coaches mostly depart from Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) and arrive in Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cardiff to Rome, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Rome by coach.
Omio customers who travel from Cardiff 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 travel from Cardiff to Rome, you can take a coach.
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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