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Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Reggio Calabria
The city’s flagship museum, best known for the Riace Bronzes and major collections from Magna Graecia. It is the essential stop for understanding the ancient history of Calabria.
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria
Showing times and prices for Jun 20
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
2 h 8 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
111 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Fast buses
Of the 2 buses that leave Lamezia Terme for Reggio Calabria on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 111 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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.
BUS LP9814:02 AM2h08Lamezia Terme Nicastro6:10 AMReggio Di Calabria Centrale$141One-way0 transfers- BUS L795C6:35 AM5h10Lamezia Terme Nicastro11:45 AMReggio Di Calabria Centrale$201One-way0 transfers
- BUS LP9814:02 AM2h08Lamezia Terme Nicastro6:10 AMReggio Di Calabria Centrale$141One-way0 transfers
- BUS L795C6:35 AM5h10Lamezia Terme Nicastro11:45 AMReggio Di Calabria Centrale$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 68 miles (111 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
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$13 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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.
The cheapest way to travel from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria is a bus with an average price of $13 (€11).
This is compared to other travel options from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria:
A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria costing on average $14 (€12).
The fastest way to travel from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria is by train with an average journey time of 1h 38m.
Other travel options to Reggio Calabria take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 43m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lamezia Terme and Reggio Calabria including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $27 (€22) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $14 (€11). The journey takes 2h 43m versus 1h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 04:02AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 2h08 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
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Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| BUS LP981 | 4:02 AM Lamezia Terme Nicastro | 2h08 | 6:10 AM Reggio Di Calabria Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BUS L795C | 6:35 AM Lamezia Terme Nicastro | 5h10 | 11:45 AM Reggio Di Calabria Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria
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Buses from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:02, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 68 miles (111 km) distance in 2h 8m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 68 miles (111 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 8m |
First bus 4:02 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar from Lamezia Terme to Reggio CalabriaYou can travel by bus between Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria with BlaBlaCar for as low as $7 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
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BlaBlaCar frequency
3 a day
Complete guide to Reggio Calabria
Things to do in Reggio Calabria
Discover the best of Reggio Calabria — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Reggio Calabria trip today.
- Recommended
Museo del Bergamotto
A small specialist museum dedicated to bergamot, the citrus fruit strongly associated with Reggio Calabria. It offers a distinctive local perspective and is a favorite for niche cultural visits.
- Recommended
Castello Aragonese - Spazio Espositivo
Exhibition spaces inside the Aragonese Castle often host cultural displays and temporary shows. It combines museum-style content with one of the city’s most recognizable monuments.
- Must visit
Lungomare Falcomatà
The city’s signature waterfront promenade, famous for sea views toward Sicily and Mount Etna on clear days. It is the essential walking area in Reggio Calabria and highly popular at sunset.
- Recommended
Corso Garibaldi
The main central shopping and strolling street, lined with historic buildings, shops, and everyday city life. It is a practical and atmospheric route through the heart of Reggio Calabria.
- Recommended
Piazza Italia
One of the city’s principal squares, surrounded by civic architecture and close to key central sights. It is a natural stop when walking between the waterfront and the historic center.
- Gluten-free
Pesce Spada Alla Ghiotta
A classic Strait of Messina swordfish dish cooked with tomatoes, olives, capers, and onion. It is one of the most iconic local seafood preparations in Reggio Calabria.
- Gluten-free
Stocco Alla Mammolese
Stockfish slowly cooked with tomatoes, potatoes, olives, and herbs. It is a celebrated Calabrian specialty strongly associated with the province and inland traditions near Reggio.
- Vegetarian
Melanzane Ripiene
Stuffed eggplants baked with breadcrumbs, cheese, and aromatic herbs, sometimes with tomato. A traditional southern home-style dish commonly found in the Reggio area.
L'Accademia Del Gusto
A well-regarded restaurant in Reggio Calabria known for refined Calabrian cooking, seafood, and a polished yet welcoming atmosphere.
La Tavernetta
An established local spot appreciated for traditional Calabrian dishes, seafood, and a classic trattoria feel suited to a relaxed meal.
A Cantina Del Lago
A known dining venue offering regional cuisine and seafood in a comfortable setting, popular for authentic flavors and generous portions.
Euro
Generally moderate by Italian standards: coffee and casual meals are reasonable, while seafront dining and hotels cost more in peak summer.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- EUR 8-15 for pizza, panini, or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- EUR 20-35 per person for a typical restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- EUR 50-90 per person at upscale seafood or tasting-menu spots.
- Coffee
- EUR 1.20-2.50 for an espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or minimal. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes and 5-10% at restaurants for great service is appreciated.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- 1.50 EUR
- Day pass
- 4.50 EUR
To the city center
Reggio Calabria, Via Caprera / Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi -> Reggio Calabria Centrale
- Distance
- 0.3 km
- Travel time
- 4 min
- Urban tickets should be bought before boarding and validated at the start of the trip.
- Card payment availability on buses is not consistently guaranteed, so carry cash or buy tickets in advance via official sales points.
Buses from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria
To move from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria in a relatively short time you can use the buses of Lirosi Autoservizi srl. The buses Lamezia Terme Reggio Calabria depart from the airport of Lamezia Terme and arrive in the capital of Calabria in about 2 hours. The frequency is 5-6 trips per day, but on Sundays the offer is only one trip.
What bus companies travel from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria?
The company that provides a regular bus service Lamezia Terme Reggio Calabria is the Lirosi Autoservizi. The journey, about 130 km, involves several stops: the most important are the port of Gioia Tauro and the station of Villa San Giovanni. The terminus is in two points of Independence Square.
How long is the bus from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria?
The duration of the trip is on average 2 hours and depends on the number of stops along the way: generally there are a minimum of 1 to a maximum of 5 intermediate stops. If the buses only stop at Villa San Giovanni, it takes about 1 hour and 25 minutes. The journey takes 2 hours and 10 minutes when the stops rise to 5.
How many buses are there from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria?
The daily frequency of services and the number of buses that Lirosi Autoservizi makes available vary according to the day of the week: they amount to 5 from Monday to Friday, to drop to 2 on Saturday and a single evening ride on Sunday. Offer and timetables change during the summer period.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria?
Lamezia Terme bus station: the bus station is located in the airport of the town, connected to the city center by buses and shuttle bus Multiservizi, departing from the train station. In the Commercial Square of the airport, on the first floor of the terminal, you can buy local food and wine specialties and traditional Calabrian handicrafts.
Autostazione di Reggio Calabria: buses from Lamezia Terme stop in Piazza Indipendenza and at the beginning of Via De Nava. The square, located in the heart of the city, is close to the National Archaeological Museum of Reggio Calabria and a few minutes from the promenade Falcomatà.
FAQs: Bus from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria 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 Reggio Calabria, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria can start from as little as $7 (€6) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria is $13 (€11) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria is 2h 8m to travel the 68 miles (111 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria leaves at 4:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria leaves at 11:00 PM.
Yes, there are 2 direct buses a day from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria, you can count on BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Reggio Calabria. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Lamezia Terme and Reggio Calabria and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Reggio Calabria from Lamezia Terme is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 8m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lamezia Terme and Reggio Calabria including taking a train and bus.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria.
No, the bus from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria.
No, luggage for the bus from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria.
Since both Lamezia Terme and Reggio Calabria are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lamezia Terme to Reggio Calabria among Omio's users.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Reggio Calabria, travelers should be aware of pickpocketing and petty theft, especially in crowded areas and on public transportation. Avoid unlicensed taxis and be cautious of street vendors offering deals that seem too good to be true. Staying vigilant in nightlife districts and keeping valuables secure helps minimize risks. Overall, using common travel safety practices ensures a safer visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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