- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-famous museum complex with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical and Renaissance collections. Timed entry is strongly recommended due to very high demand.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 13 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
388 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Mantua to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mantua to Rome will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 5 buses that leave Mantua for Rome on Sun, Jun 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 07 the direct buses cover the 388 km distance in an average of 6 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
On Sun, Jun 07 the slowest buses will take 7 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.
3505
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
073 · 055
FlixBus
3505
FlixBus
073 · 055
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mantua 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 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $56.
Distance: 241 miles (388 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$32 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price | $106 Average price | $139 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 4m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Mantua to Rome:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mantua to Rome costing on average $54 (€44).
A bus is $74 (€60) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mantua to Rome costing on average $106 (€86).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 34m.
Train takes on average 6h 26m.
Tickets start at around $32 (€26) compared to roughly $139 (€113) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $107 (€87). The journey takes 5h 34m versus 5h 2m 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 FlixBus, Itabus, 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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
The table below shows live departures for Mantua to Rome buses for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Mantua, Strada Cipata (Parcheggio Campo Canoa) | 7h10 | 9:25 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Mantua, Strada Cipata (Parcheggio Campo Canoa) | 6h00 | 11:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
073 · 055 | 9:55 PM Mantova, Piazza Don Eugenio Leoni (FS) | 6h35 | 4:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 7 | |||||
3505 | 12:20 AM Mantua, Strada Cipata (Parcheggio Campo Canoa) | 5h45 | 6:05 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 AM Mantua, Strada Cipata (Parcheggio Campo Canoa) | 5h35 | 7:05 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Mantua to Rome run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 34m. 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 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest bus covers the 241 miles (388 km) distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 241 miles (388 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:53 PM |
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World-famous museum complex with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical and Renaissance collections. Timed entry is strongly recommended due to very high demand.
One of Rome’s finest art museums, known for Bernini sculptures and paintings by Caravaggio and Raphael. Advance reservation is typically required because entry is strictly timed.
The city’s historic civic museums on Capitoline Hill, featuring Roman bronzes, imperial sculpture, and art with views over the Forum.
Elegant Baroque square built on an ancient stadium, lined with fountains, palaces, and lively street life. A classic area for strolling and people-watching.
Atmospheric neighborhood of narrow lanes, ivy-covered buildings, and busy evening streets. Popular with visitors but still one of Rome’s most characteristic areas.
Famous monumental staircase linking Piazza di Spagna and Trinità dei Monti. A highly photographed landmark and social-media favorite.
A classic Roman pasta with pecorino Romano and black pepper. It is one of the city’s most iconic dishes and a benchmark of Roman cooking.
Traditional Roman pasta made with guanciale, egg yolk, pecorino Romano, and black pepper. It is famous for its rich sauce without cream.
A beloved pasta sauce of tomato, guanciale, and pecorino Romano, closely tied to Rome’s culinary identity and served with bucatini or rigatoni.
Rome’s most famous fine-dining restaurant, offering elegant tasting menus, panoramic views, and one of the city’s most prestigious dining experiences.
A historic trattoria near the Pantheon, famous for traditional Roman dishes such as gricia, amatriciana, and seasonal specialties.
A celebrated central Rome venue known for classic Roman pasta, exceptional cured meats, and a refined but lively atmosphere.
Rome is moderate by Western Europe standards: sights are affordable, but central hotels and tourist-area dining cost more.
Service is usually included or modest. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes and 5-10% at restaurants for good service is appreciated.
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