- Must visit
Vatican Museums
One of the world’s greatest museum complexes, known for classical sculpture, Renaissance masterpieces, and the Sistine Chapel. Advance booking is strongly recommended due to very high demand.
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
13 h 40 m
Average duration
13 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
435 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Alcamo to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alcamo to Rome will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
Of the 1 buses that leave Alcamo for Rome on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 435 km distance in an average of 13 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 40 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 13 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Alcamo to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $61, and a train costs an average of $68.
Distance: 270 miles (435 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$70 Average price | $87 Average price | $103 Average price | $67 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 3m Average total duration 13h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 42m Average total duration 13h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 59m Average total duration 13h 59m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 10h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Alcamo to Rome:
A ferry is $3 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Alcamo to Rome costing on average $70 (€58).
A ferry is $20 (€16) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alcamo to Rome costing on average $87 (€71).
A ferry is $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alcamo to Rome costing on average $103 (€84).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 12m.
Bus takes on average 13h 33m.
Ferry takes on average 13h 59m.
You'll arrive about -3h -57m sooner (13h 33m by bus vs 10h 36m by car) and save roughly $-22.75 (€-18.62) compared to fuel and tolls ($70 (€58) vs $48 (€39)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Autoservizi Salemi.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Salemi | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Salemi | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Salemi | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
The table below shows live departures for Alcamo to Rome buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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S202 | 4:35 PM Alcamo, Alcamo | 13h40 | 6:15 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Alcamo to Rome run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 16:35, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 270 miles (435 km) distance in 13h 40m.
Distance 270 miles (435 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 13h 40m |
First bus 4:35 PM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
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Busiest Day Fri |
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One of the world’s greatest museum complexes, known for classical sculpture, Renaissance masterpieces, and the Sistine Chapel. Advance booking is strongly recommended due to very high demand.
A celebrated villa museum with major works by Bernini, Caravaggio, and Canova, set inside Villa Borghese gardens. Timed-entry tickets are required and usually need advance reservation.
The city’s historic civic museums on Capitoline Hill, featuring Roman bronzes, sculpture, paintings, and superb views over the Forum area.
A grand Baroque square lined with fountains, churches, and elegant facades. It remains one of Rome’s classic walking and people-watching spots.
A famous monumental staircase linking Piazza di Spagna with Trinità dei Monti, popular for photos, shopping nearby, and city atmosphere.
A characterful district of narrow lanes, ivy-covered facades, and lively evening atmosphere, widely loved for wandering and street photography.
A classic Roman pasta with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. It is one of the city’s most iconic dishes for its simplicity and bold flavor.
Traditional Roman pasta made with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. It is a defining dish of Rome and should not contain cream.
Pasta with tomato, guanciale, Pecorino Romano, and chili. Though linked with Amatrice, it is a staple on Roman menus and deeply rooted in local cooking.
A historic trattoria near the Pantheon, respected for traditional Roman dishes such as carbonara, amatriciana, and seasonal specialties in an intimate atmosphere.
A celebrated central Rome dining room and delicatessen known for classic Roman pasta, cured meats, and an exceptional wine list in a lively upscale setting.
A famous Trastevere trattoria known for authentic Roman comfort food, including cacio e pepe, meatballs, and artichokes, with a classic casual feel.
Moderate for Western Europe: food and coffee can be reasonable, but hotels and major tourist areas cost more.
Service is often included or modest. Locals may round up or leave EUR 1-2 for coffee, 5-10% for good restaurant service; tips are appreciated, not required.
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Rome, Via Marsala / Viale Enrico De Nicola -> Roma Termini
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