- Must visit
Vatican Museums
One of the world's great museum complexes, home to vast papal collections and the Sistine Chapel. A priority visit for art, history, and Renaissance masterpieces.
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 42 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Polignano a Mare to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Polignano a Mare to Rome will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 5 buses that leave Polignano a Mare for Rome on Sun, Jul 12, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct buses cover the 407 km distance in an average of 6 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest buses will take 7 h 15 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 train as it is the most popular option from Polignano a Mare to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 252 miles (407 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$49 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price | $63 Average price | $137 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Polignano a Mare to Rome:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Polignano a Mare to Rome costing on average $55 (€45).
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Polignano a Mare to Rome costing on average $63 (€52).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 6m.
Bus takes on average 6h 32m.
Tickets start at around $49 (€40) compared to roughly $137 (€113) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $88 (€72). The journey takes 6h 32m versus 4h 54m 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 12:05AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
The table below shows live departures for Polignano a Mare to Rome buses for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 12:10 PM Polignano a Mare, Via Grazia Deledda | 6h25 | 6:35 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 PM Polignano a Mare, Via Grazia Deledda | 7h55 | 10:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
1114 | 10:20 PM Polignano a Mare, Via Grazia Deledda | 7h10 | 5:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, July 12 | |||||
![]() | 12:05 AM Polignano a Mare | 5h55 | 6:00 AM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:25 AM Polignano a Mare | 7h15 | 11:40 AM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Polignano a Mare to Rome run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 252 miles (407 km) distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 252 miles (407 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:56 PM |
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One of the world's great museum complexes, home to vast papal collections and the Sistine Chapel. A priority visit for art, history, and Renaissance masterpieces.
A superb villa museum with Bernini sculptures and major paintings by Caravaggio, Raphael, and Titian. Timed entry is essential due to limited capacity.
The city's historic civic museums on Capitoline Hill, known for classical sculpture, ancient Roman art, and excellent views over the Forum.
A lively Baroque square with monumental fountains, elegant facades, and one of the most recognizable urban spaces in Rome.
A famous stairway and gathering point linking Piazza di Spagna with Trinita dei Monti, especially popular for photos and central city strolls.
A beloved neighborhood of narrow lanes, ivy-covered buildings, and lively Roman atmosphere, ideal for wandering day or night.
A classic Roman pasta with pecorino Romano, black pepper, and pasta water. 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 is famously made without cream.
A beloved pasta sauce of tomato, guanciale, pecorino Romano, and chili. Though linked to Amatrice, it is deeply rooted in Roman trattoria cooking.
Rome’s best-known luxury fine-dining restaurant, famous for panoramic views, elegant service, and sophisticated Italian cuisine.
A historic restaurant near the Pantheon serving refined Roman classics with strong local identity. Well known for seasonal specialties and pasta.
A celebrated central Rome dining room known for Roman pasta, cured meats, and an exceptional wine list. Lively, polished, and very popular.
Moderate for Western Europe. Sights and central hotels cost more, but food, coffee, and transit can be good value.
Service is often included or modest. Locals may round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes; 5-10% is appreciated at restaurants for good service, not obligatory. Round up taxis.
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