- Must visit
Vatican Museums
One of the world's great museum complexes, home to vast papal collections and the Sistine Chapel. A priority visit for art, history, and Renaissance masterpieces.
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
9 h 40 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 $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 2 buses that leave Galatina for Rome on Tue, Jul 14, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 14 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 40 m .
On Tue, Jul 14 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 flight 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 $24.
Distance: 319 miles (514 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $90 Average price | $78 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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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Galatina to Rome:
A bus is $48 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Galatina to Rome costing on average $78 (€64).
A bus is $60 (€50) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Galatina to Rome costing on average $90 (€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 Itabus | Departure Time 06:19PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 9h41 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:19PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 9h41 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
The table below shows live departures for Galatina to Rome buses for today, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:45 PM Galatina | 9h40 | 4:25 AM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:19 PM Galatina | 9h41 | 5:00 AM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare bus, flight, and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 3 days |
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One of the world's great museum complexes, home to vast papal collections and the Sistine Chapel. A priority visit for art, history, and Renaissance masterpieces.
A superb villa museum with Bernini sculptures and major paintings by Caravaggio, Raphael, and Titian. Timed entry is essential due to limited capacity.
The city's historic civic museums on Capitoline Hill, known for classical sculpture, ancient Roman art, and excellent views over the Forum.
A lively Baroque square with monumental fountains, elegant facades, and one of the most recognizable urban spaces in Rome.
A famous stairway and gathering point linking Piazza di Spagna with Trinita dei Monti, especially popular for photos and central city strolls.
A beloved neighborhood of narrow lanes, ivy-covered buildings, and lively Roman atmosphere, ideal for wandering day or night.
Classic Roman pasta with pecorino romano and black pepper. Simple ingredients and technique make it one of the city’s signature dishes.
Iconic Roman pasta made with guanciale, egg yolk, pecorino romano, and black pepper. It is a defining specialty of Rome.
Traditional pasta sauce with tomato, guanciale, and pecorino. Though linked to Amatrice, it is firmly part of Roman trattoria cooking.
Rome’s landmark fine dining restaurant with panoramic views, renowned service, and high-end Italian cuisine for a special occasion.
Historic Roman restaurant near the Pantheon, known for classic dishes such as carbonara, amatriciana, and seasonal Roman specialties.
Established central Rome dining room famous for Roman pasta, cured meats, and an exceptional wine list. Lively and refined trattoria atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe. Sights and central hotels cost more, but food, coffee, and transit can be good value.
Service is often included or modest. Locals may round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes; 5-10% is appreciated at restaurants for good service, not obligatory. Round up taxis.
Official public transport app
Rome, Via Marsala / Viale Enrico De Nicola, Rome -> Rome Termini
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