- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-famous papal museums with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical collections.
Cheapest price
€53
Average price
€62
Fastest journey
8 h 35 m
Average duration
9 h 11 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
519 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bolzano to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolzano to Rome will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
Of the 11 buses that leave Bolzano for Rome on Mon, Aug 03, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct buses cover the 519 km distance in an average of 9 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest buses will take 9 h 50 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolzano to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €69.
Distance: 322 miles (519 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€46 Average price Cheapest | €65 Average price | €149 Average price |
8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bolzano to Rome:
A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bolzano to Rome costing on average €65.
A bus is €103 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bolzano to Rome costing on average €149.
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 45m.
Bus takes on average 8h 8m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €60 |
The table below shows live departures for Bolzano to Rome buses for today, Sunday, August 2. 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 | 7:15 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 10h55 | 6:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 8h35 | 7:05 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 AM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 10h50 | 1:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 AM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 12h05 | 3:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 AM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 10h15 | 5:25 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 10h20 | 5:50 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 10h00 | 5:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:40 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 9h10 | 9:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 8h50 | 11:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bolzano to Rome run on average 11 times per day, taking around 8h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 322 miles (519 km) distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 322 miles (519 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 1:20 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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World-famous papal museums with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical collections.
Outstanding ancient sculpture and mosaic museum housed in the Palazzo dei Conservatori and Palazzo Nuovo.
Celebrated villa museum with Bernini sculptures, Caravaggio paintings, and refined garden setting.
Elegant Baroque square with Bernini's fountains, lively atmosphere, and superb people-watching.
Historic square and gathering place at the Spanish Steps, ideal for classic city views and strolls.
Charming cobbled neighborhood filled with ivy-clad lanes, churches, nightlife, and local character.
Classic Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. A city icon known for rich flavor without cream.
Roman pasta with guanciale, tomato, and Pecorino Romano. A traditional Lazio staple tied to shepherd cooking and bold savory flavor.
Pasta with guanciale, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. Considered one of Rome's oldest pasta dishes and prized for its simplicity.
Three-Michelin-star dining by Niko Romito at Bulgari Hotel Roma, offering refined Italian tasting menus in an elegant setting.
Historic trattoria in Testaccio known for classic Roman pasta and quinto quarto dishes in a lively, traditional setting.
Popular casual spot famed for Roman-style pizzas and fried starters. Bustling atmosphere and a long-standing local reputation.
Moderate for Europe: stays in central Rome are pricey, but transit is cheap and meals range from affordable pizza to costly tourist-area dining.
Service may be included via coperto or servizio. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants if service is good; round up in taxis; small change is fine at cafés.
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Most Bolzano to Rome buses use the Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station pair, with some services arriving at Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina). Use this guide to compare Bolzano and Rome bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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