- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-famous papal museums with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical collections.
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
8 h 35 m
Average duration
8 h 48 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
462 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manduria to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manduria to Rome will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 4 buses that leave Manduria for Rome on Tue, Aug 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 462 km distance in an average of 8 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 9 h 20 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 Manduria to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €17.
Distance: 287 miles (462 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€31 Average price Cheapest | €61 Average price | €58 Average price | €110 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 9m Average total duration 8h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 31m Average total duration 7h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manduria to Rome:
A bus is €27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manduria to Rome costing on average €58.
A bus is €30 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manduria to Rome costing on average €61.
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 1m.
Bus takes on average 8h 39m.
Tickets start at around €31 compared to roughly €110 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €79. The journey takes 8h 39m versus 6h 11m 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 Marino Autolinee, Itabus, FlixBus, 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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €75 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:22PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 8h38 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:22PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 8h38 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:22PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 8h38 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
The table below shows live departures for Manduria to Rome buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:22 PM Manduria | 8h38 | 4:00 AM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 PM Manduria | 8h35 | 4:25 AM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:22 PM Manduria | 8h38 | 5:00 AM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
![]() | 6:10 PM Manduria | 9h20 | 3:30 AM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Manduria to Rome run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:40, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 287 miles (462 km) distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 287 miles (462 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 15m |
First bus 4:40 AM |
Last bus 11:56 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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manduria to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manduria to Rome buses use the Manduria, Via Cappuccini (Chiesa di Sant'Antonio) to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station pair, with some services arriving at Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine". Use this guide to compare Manduria and Rome bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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