- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale delle Marche
An important archaeological museum with Piceni, Greek, and Roman finds that explain Ancona's ancient roots.
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
6 h 15 m
Average duration
6 h 45 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
313 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Naples to Ancona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naples to Ancona will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 10 buses that leave Naples for Ancona on Sun, Jul 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 19 the direct buses cover the 313 km distance in an average of 6 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
On Sun, Jul 19 the slowest buses will take 7 h 30 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Naples to Ancona 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 train which can get you there in 6h 13m. 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 $15, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 194 miles (313 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price | $110 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration Fastest 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Naples to Ancona:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Naples to Ancona costing on average $51 (€42).
Other travel options to Ancona take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 13m.
Bus takes on average 6h 39m.
Tickets start at around $34 (€28) compared to roughly $110 (€91) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $76 (€63). The journey takes 6h 39m versus 4h 38m 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 FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
The table below shows live departures for Naples to Ancona buses for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 7:30 AM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 6h30 | 2:00 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 AM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 7h05 | 4:40 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 AM Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale) | 10h00 | 7:55 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 AM Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale) | 10h10 | 8:05 PM Ancona, Piazza Rosselli (Stazione Ferroviaria) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:15 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 6h15 | 7:30 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 8h50 | 10:20 PM Ancona, Piazza Rosselli (Stazione Ferroviaria) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 6h25 | 9:40 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 PM Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale) | 12h35 | 4:25 AM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 7h30 | 4:45 AM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, July 19 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 AM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 8h20 | 1:20 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Naples to Ancona run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 194 miles (313 km) distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 194 miles (313 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Ancona — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ancona trip today.
An important archaeological museum with Piceni, Greek, and Roman finds that explain Ancona's ancient roots.
A state museum inside Mole Vanvitelliana presenting tactile and visual explorations of Homer's world.
A modern art gallery in Palazzo Bosdari featuring twentieth-century Italian works and a strong local focus.
An elevated promenade and park with iconic sea views, monuments, and one of Ancona's best sunset walks.
The famous cliffside stairway and beach quarter below Passetto are loved for sea access and dramatic scenery.
Ancona's main square connects the port and old town, framed by civic buildings and everyday local life.
Traditional fish stew from the port, made with several Adriatic fish and tomato. It is Ancona’s signature seafood dish with deep local maritime roots.
Pizza-like flatbread baked with onion, anchovies, rosemary and olive oil. A beloved Ancona street and bakery specialty tied to local fishing traditions.
Ancona-style stockfish cooked with potatoes, tomato, olives and capers. It reflects historic trade links and is one of the city’s best-known traditional dishes.
Established seafood restaurant in the Portonovo area, known for wild mussels and Adriatic fish in a refined but relaxed coastal setting.
Respected fine dining seafood restaurant in Portonovo, valued for elegant presentations, quality fish and views linked to the Riviera del Conero.
Well-known traditional venue serving Marche dishes and seafood, appreciated for classic recipes and a welcoming, old-school atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels rise in summer, but dining and local transit are reasonable versus bigger tourist cities.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants if pleased, and round up taxi fares.
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Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 -> Piazza Cavour, Ancona
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