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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
$23
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
9 h 41 m
Average duration
9 h 41 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
514 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Galatina to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Galatina to Rome will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 2 buses that leave Galatina for Rome on Fri, May 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct buses cover the 514 km distance in an average of 9 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 41 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest buses will take 9 h 41 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 Galatina to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $25.
Distance: 319 miles (514 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $92 Average price | $80 Average price |
10h 12m Average total duration 9h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from Galatina to Rome:
A bus is $49 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Galatina to Rome costing on average $80 (€64).
A bus is $61 (€50) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Galatina to Rome costing on average $92 (€74).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 29m.
Bus takes on average 9h 42m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:19PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 9h41 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:19PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 9h41 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:19PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 9h41 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
The table below shows live departures for Galatina to Rome buses for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:19 PM Galatina | 9h41 | 4:00 AM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:19 PM Galatina | 9h41 | 5:00 AM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Galatina to Rome run on average 12 times per day, taking around 9h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 319 miles (514 km) distance in 9h 40m.
Distance 319 miles (514 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 40m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:56 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 3 days |
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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
A superb villa museum with Bernini sculptures and paintings by Caravaggio, Raphael, and Titian. Timed entry is limited, making advance booking especially important.
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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