The cheapest and fastest buses from Civitavecchia to Vatican
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Civitavecchia to Vatican is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Civitavecchia to Vatican will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 2 buses that leave Civitavecchia for Vatican on Sun, Jun 21, 2 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 58 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 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.
9:30 AM1h00Civitavecchia, Via Prato del Turco / Largo della Pace10:30 AMRoma, Via Crescenzio / Piazza Adriana$181One-way0 transfers
9:00 AM1h00Civitavecchia, Via Prato del Turco / Largo della Pace10:00 AMRoma, Via Crescenzio / Piazza Adriana$181One-way0 transfers
9:30 AM1h00Civitavecchia, Via Prato del Turco / Largo della Pace10:30 AMRoma, Via Crescenzio / Piazza Adriana$181One-way0 transfers
9:00 AM1h00Civitavecchia, Via Prato del Turco / Largo della Pace10:00 AMRoma, Via Crescenzio / Piazza Adriana$181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Civitavecchia to Vatican
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Civitavecchia to Vatican among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a bus costs an average of $18.
Distance: 36 miles (58 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Civitavecchia to Vatican:
A train is $14 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Civitavecchia to Vatican costing on average $19 (€16).
Other travel options to Vatican take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 0m.
You'll arrive about 0m sooner (1h 0m by bus vs 1h 0m by car) and save roughly $-3.02 (€-2.47) compared to fuel and tolls ($19 (€16) vs $16 (€13)). 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 Sitbus, SIT Bus Shuttle, Cotral S.p.A..
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Civitavecchia to Vatican Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Sitbus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Sitbus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Sitbus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Sitbus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Live departures
Civitavecchia to Vatican bus times
The table below shows live departures for Civitavecchia to Vatican 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:30 AM Civitavecchia, Via Prato del Turco / Largo della Pace | 1h00 | 10:30 AM Roma, Via Crescenzio / Piazza Adriana | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 9:00 AM Civitavecchia, Via Prato del Turco / Largo della Pace | 1h00 | 10:00 AM Roma, Via Crescenzio / Piazza Adriana | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Civitavecchia to Vatican buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Sitbus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Sitbus, but also compare tickets for the likes of SIT Bus Shuttle or Cotral S.p.A. to find the best option for your trip from Civitavecchia to Vatican.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Civitavecchia to Vatican.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Civitavecchia to Vatican
Buses from Civitavecchia to Vatican run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $3 (€2) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:52, the last at 23:52. The fastest bus covers the 36 miles (58 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 36 miles (58 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 7:52 AM |
Last bus 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Sitbus, SIT Bus Shuttle, Cotral S.p.A. from Civitavecchia to VaticanYou can travel by bus between Civitavecchia to Vatican with Sitbus, SIT Bus Shuttle, Cotral S.p.A. for as low as $3 (€2). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
SIT Bus Shuttle
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Cotral S.p.A.
FAQs: Bus from Civitavecchia to Vatican
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Civitavecchia to Vatican by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vatican, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- SIT Bus Shuttle
- Tickets are not refundable, but the date and time can be changed within 24 hours before the selected day by contacting [email protected], or the ticket can be left for a future run over a year.
- SIT Bus Shuttle
- One piece of luggage free of charge in the luggage compartment, plus one bag or backpack on board.
- SIT Bus Shuttle
- Additional luggage can be transported if foldable and placed in the luggage compartment, at the owner's responsibility.
- SIT Bus Shuttle
- Small and medium-sized pets are allowed, as are large guide dogs, but a ticket must be purchased to leave the adjacent seat free, and pets must remain in a pet bag or carrier.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Civitavecchia to Vatican
Most Civitavecchia to Vatican buses use the Civitavecchia, Via Prato del Turco / Largo della Pace to station pair. Use this guide to compare Civitavecchia and Vatican bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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