- Must visit
Vatican Museums
One of the world’s greatest museum complexes, known for classical sculpture, Renaissance masterpieces, and the Sistine Chapel. Advance booking is strongly recommended due to very high demand.
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
11 h 20 m
Average duration
11 h 20 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
394 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Mola di Bari to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mola di Bari to Rome will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 2 buses that leave Mola di Bari for Rome 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 394 km distance in an average of 11 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 20 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 11 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 Mola di Bari to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 244 miles (394 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price | $80 Average price | $134 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 59m 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 Mola di Bari to Rome:
A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mola di Bari to Rome costing on average $57 (€47).
A bus is $36 (€29) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mola di Bari to Rome costing on average $80 (€66).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 0m.
Bus takes on average 6h 3m.
Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $134 (€110) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $90 (€73). The journey takes 6h 3m versus 4h 59m 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, BlaBlaCar, Itabus.
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 01:20AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 06:56AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 6h19 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 11:44AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 9h36 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 10:27PM | Duration 8h52 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 08:32PM | Arrival Time 05:56AM | Duration 9h24 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
The table below shows live departures for Mola di Bari to Rome buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 23564+ BUS LP981+ FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 10:05 PM Mola di Bari station | 14h55 | 1:00 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
107 | 10:30 PM Mola di Bari, Via della Pace / Via Marcinelle | 7h00 | 5:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
107 · 132 | 10:30 PM Mola di Bari, Via della Pace / Via Marcinelle | 7h35 | 6:05 AM Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine" | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 5:20 PM Mola di Bari | 11h20 | 4:40 AM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:20 PM Mola di Bari | 11h20 | 5:40 AM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Mola di Bari to Rome run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 244 miles (394 km) distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 244 miles (394 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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One of the world’s greatest museum complexes, known for classical sculpture, Renaissance masterpieces, and the Sistine Chapel. Advance booking is strongly recommended due to very high demand.
A celebrated villa museum with major works by Bernini, Caravaggio, and Canova, set inside Villa Borghese gardens. Timed-entry tickets are required and usually need advance reservation.
The city’s historic civic museums on Capitoline Hill, featuring Roman bronzes, sculpture, paintings, and superb views over the Forum area.
A grand Baroque square lined with fountains, churches, and elegant facades. It remains one of Rome’s classic walking and people-watching spots.
A famous monumental staircase linking Piazza di Spagna with Trinità dei Monti, popular for photos, shopping nearby, and city atmosphere.
A characterful district of narrow lanes, ivy-covered facades, and lively evening atmosphere, widely loved for wandering and street photography.
A classic Roman pasta with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. It is one of the city’s most iconic dishes for its simplicity and bold flavor.
Traditional Roman pasta made with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. It is a defining dish of Rome and should not contain cream.
Pasta with tomato, guanciale, Pecorino Romano, and chili. Though linked with Amatrice, it is a staple on Roman menus and deeply rooted in local cooking.
A historic trattoria near the Pantheon, respected for traditional Roman dishes such as carbonara, amatriciana, and seasonal specialties in an intimate atmosphere.
A celebrated central Rome dining room and delicatessen known for classic Roman pasta, cured meats, and an exceptional wine list in a lively upscale setting.
A famous Trastevere trattoria known for authentic Roman comfort food, including cacio e pepe, meatballs, and artichokes, with a classic casual feel.
Moderate for Western Europe: food and coffee can be reasonable, but hotels and major tourist areas cost more.
Service is often included or modest. Locals may round up or leave EUR 1-2 for coffee, 5-10% for good restaurant service; tips are appreciated, not required.
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