- 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
$20
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pescara to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pescara to Rome will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 6 buses that leave Pescara for Rome on Sat, Jun 20, 6 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 156 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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 Pescara to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a bus costs an average of $15.
Distance: 96 miles (156 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Pescara to Rome:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Pescara to Rome costing on average $26 (€22).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 56m.
Tickets start at around $26 (€22) compared to roughly $66 (€54) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $40 (€32). The journey takes 3h 56m versus 2h 20m 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, Ferrovie del Gargano, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, Dicarlo Bus, Di Fonzo, Prontobus.
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 |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
The table below shows live departures for Pescara 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 |
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FlixBus | 8:30 AM Pescara, Terminal Bus | 2h40 | 11:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 AM Pescara, Terminal Bus | 2h25 | 1:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 PM Pescara, Terminal Bus | 2h40 | 3:25 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
218 | 5:25 PM Pescara, Terminal Bus | 2h35 | 8:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 PM Pescara, Terminal Bus | 2h20 | 8:35 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 AM Pescara, Terminal Bus | 2h25 | 6:40 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Pescara to Rome run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 96 miles (156 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 96 miles (156 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:56 PM |
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Discover the best of Rome — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rome trip today.
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.
Official public transport app
Rome, Via Marsala / Viale Enrico De Nicola -> Roma Termini
On average, there are about 5 to 10 daily buses from Pescara to Rome. Per week, you will find that there are around 50 buses that service this route. While the average duration of this trip is around 3h, it’s possible for your journey to take anywhere from 2h 15min to 4h. Certain factors can affect how long your bus ride is, such as whether or not there is traffic at the time, and the number of cities your bus stops in before arriving in Rome. This trip is often direct, so you won’t have to worry about transferring buses. Upon your arrival in Rome, there will be many things for you to see, including the Roman Forum and Trevi Fountain.
Many factors can affect the duration of buses from Pescara to Rome, including how many stops there are on your route before arriving at your final destination, weather conditions, and if there is any traffic at the time. Normally, your trip will take anywhere from 2h 15min to 4h. You will not have to transfer buses, as this journey is normally direct.
On a normal day, there are generally between 5 and 10 buses that depart Pescara for Rome. This total may vary, but the weekly average is usually around 50 buses. Buses from Pescara to Rome are normally direct, so you won’t have to have a transfer during your trip. Although your journey might not require you to change buses, there will still normally be additional stops before you reach Rome. The first bus of the day often leaves around 5:00 a.m., while the last bus departs in the late evening.
Departure bus station: Your bus will normally leave from Pescara Bus Station. This station is placed almost directly in the city center and is near Corso Vittorio Emanuele II. It’s just a short walk from bus line 1, making it easy to travel here from other parts of the city. The station is equipped with certain amenities for travelers, including sitting areas, access to public restrooms, and free Wi-Fi. In order to give yourself enough time to board your bus, try to arrive at least half an hour before your scheduled departure time.
Arrival bus station: In general, your bus will arrive at either Roma Tiburtina bus station or the Anagnina bus station. Roma Tiburtina is located about 3 miles (5 km) from the city center and you can head here with the metro line MEB in around 15min. Anagnina bus station is 5 miles (8 km) from the city center and you can take the metro line MEA to arrive there in around 25min. Both of these bus stations are equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi access, public restrooms, sitting areas, outlets, and even areas to purchase light refreshments.
The main company that services buses from Pescara to Rome is Flixbus. Known for being a German brand, FlixBus operates buses to over 2,500 destinations throughout the world.
FlixBus usually has between 5 to 10 daily buses that leave Pescara and arrive in Rome. On average, the weekly total is about 50 buses. The journey is short and normally takes between 2h 15min and 4h, depending on how many stops there are and what traffic is like at the time. Your trip will most likely be direct and not require you to transfer buses. For regional trips, FlixBus usually operates standard coaches. For this route, your bus will most likely depart from Pescara Bus Station and arrive at either Rome Tiburtina or Anagnina bus station. It’s possible to cancel your reservation up to 15min before your scheduled departure. If you decide to cancel your bus at least 30 days before your departure, you will receive a full refund. Cancellations that take place within 30 days may require you to pay a fee. You will find that the same number of buses are usually serviced on weekdays and weekends. However, fewer buses usually run on Italian public holidays.
FlixBus provides a variety of amenities for its travelers in order to make your trip as comfortable as possible. For example, all buses are equipped with comfortable seats that recline and have a spacious amount of legroom. Near every seat, there is usually an outlet that you can use to charge all of your electronic devices. Almost all buses offer free Wi-Fi for every passenger for the duration of your trip, making it easy for you to stay connected and entertained. On some journeys, you may have the option of purchasing light snacks and drinks if you find that you are hungry before reaching your final destination. Each bus is equipped with a public restroom. Every passenger has the right to bring one carry-on with them, as long as it can fit either below their seat or in an overhead compartment. You are also allowed to bring a single piece of luggage with you, which will be stowed in the baggage compartment below the bus. If you need to bring any additional luggage, it will cost you a small fee. You are allowed to bring your bike onboard with you, as long as it is not an electric bike. If you plan on doing this, contact FlixBus ahead of time to ensure that there is enough room. Passengers are not allowed to bring animals on board any bus. The one exception for this rule is service animals, but make sure to bring proper documentation for your furry friend. All buses are accessible for passengers with disabilities or limited mobility. The company will transport your wheelchair for no additional cost, and employees can help you with tasks such as storing your luggage, boarding, and disembarking once you arrive in Rome.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pescara 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.

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