- 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
$0.00
Average price
$-0.01
Fastest journey
14 h 30 m
Average duration
14 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
595 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Modica to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Modica to Rome without transferring at least once.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Modica to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, and a train costs an average of $42.
Distance: 369 miles (595 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$92 Average price Cheapest | $116 Average price | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 28m Average total duration 11h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 19m Average total duration Fastest 11h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Modica to Rome:
A bus is $24 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Modica to Rome costing on average $116 (€94).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 49m.
Bus takes on average 11h 58m.
You'll arrive about -2h -54m sooner (11h 58m by bus vs 10h 4m by car) and save roughly $-22.58 (€-18.26) compared to fuel and tolls ($92 (€74) vs $69 (€56)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
The table below shows live departures for Modica to Rome buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:00 AM Modica | 14h30 | 9:30 PM Rome | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Modica to Rome run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $57 (€46) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 06:55, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 369 miles (595 km) distance in 14h 55m.
Distance 369 miles (595 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€46) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 14h 55m |
First bus 6:55 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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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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Rome, Via Marsala / Viale Enrico De Nicola -> Roma Termini
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