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Vatican Museums
A vast complex of papal collections including classical sculpture, Renaissance masterpieces, the Raphael Rooms, and access to the Sistine Chapel. One of Rome’s most important art visits and often best
Cheapest price
$111
Average price
$187
Fastest journey
1 d 4 h 55 m
Average duration
1 d 7 h 20 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
1295 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rome will cost around $187 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
Of the 4 buses that leave Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for Rome on Wed, May 27, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 1295 km distance in an average of 1 d 7 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 4 h 55 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 1 d 9 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $75. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $75, and a flight costs an average of $133.
Distance: 804 miles (1295 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$137 Average price Cheapest | $275 Average price | $494 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
27h 8m Average total duration 26h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rome:
A bus is $139 (€112) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rome costing on average $275 (€222).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Bus takes on average 26h 38m.
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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 FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 30h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 29h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 33h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 28h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $187 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 28h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 29h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 32h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 30h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 28h55 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $166 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 30h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 29h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 30h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 28h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 30h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 36h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 31h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $154 |
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rome buses for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 33h40 | 6:00 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 29h00 | 1:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 32h20 | 9:10 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 30h10 | 11:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 37h15 | 6:05 AM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 31h45 | 7:40 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Rome run on average 7 times per day, taking around 26h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $75 (€60) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:20, the last at 21:55. The fastest bus covers the 804 miles (1295 km) distance in 28h 5m.
Distance 804 miles (1295 km) |
Average bus duration 26h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€60) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 28h 5m |
First bus 6:20 AM |
Last bus 9:55 PM |
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A vast complex of papal collections including classical sculpture, Renaissance masterpieces, the Raphael Rooms, and access to the Sistine Chapel. One of Rome’s most important art visits and often best
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The world’s oldest public museums, displaying Roman bronzes, ancient inscriptions, imperial sculpture, and excellent views over the Roman Forum from Capitoline Hill.
A grand baroque square with Bernini’s Fountain of the Four Rivers, elegant facades, and constant street life. One of Rome’s classic strolling areas.
A lively neighborhood of narrow lanes, ivy-covered buildings, and popular evening atmosphere. Very popular for wandering and photography, especially after sunset.
A famous monumental staircase linking Piazza di Spagna with Trinità dei Monti. A classic meeting point and one of the city’s most photographed urban scenes.
A classic Roman pasta made 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 with guanciale, egg yolk, pecorino romano, and black pepper. It is a defining dish of Rome and is traditionally made without cream.
A beloved pasta sauce of tomato, guanciale, and pecorino romano, usually served with bucatini. It is a cornerstone of Roman trattoria cooking.
Rome’s best-known luxury dining destination, offering fine dining, panoramic views, and an acclaimed tasting-menu experience by Heinz Beck.
A historic restaurant near the Pantheon celebrated for careful Roman cooking, including gricia, oxtail, and seasonal specialties, in a polished traditional space.
A famous central Rome dining room and delicatessen known for Roman pasta, cured meats, cheeses, and an exceptional wine list in a lively upscale setting.
Moderate by Western Europe standards: sights and central hotels cost more, while casual dining and transit stay reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxis.
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