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Vatican Museums
A vast complex of papal collections including classical sculpture, Renaissance masterpieces, the Raphael Rooms, and access to the Sistine Chapel. One of Rome’s most important art visits and often best
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
14 h 15 m
Average duration
14 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
519 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Porto Empedocle to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto Empedocle to Rome will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
Of the 1 buses that leave Porto Empedocle for Rome on Mon, May 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct buses cover the 519 km distance in an average of 14 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 15 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest buses will take 14 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Porto Empedocle to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $67, and a flight costs an average of $56.
Distance: 322 miles (519 km)
Most popular Bus | Ferry | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$73 Average price | $69 Average price Cheapest | $127 Average price | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 30m Average total duration 14h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 58m Average total duration 13h 58m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Porto Empedocle to Rome:
A ferry is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Porto Empedocle to Rome costing on average $73 (€59).
A ferry is $58 (€47) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Porto Empedocle to Rome costing on average $127 (€102).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Ferry takes on average 13h 58m.
Bus takes on average 14h 0m.
You'll arrive about -4h -47m sooner (14h 0m by bus vs 10h 13m by car) and save roughly $-19.97 (€-16.16) compared to fuel and tolls ($73 (€59) vs $53 (€43)). 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 Autoservizi Salemi.
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 Salemi | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Salemi | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
The table below shows live departures for Porto Empedocle to Rome buses for tomorrow, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:00 PM Porto Empedocle | 14h15 | 4:15 AM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Porto Empedocle to Rome run on average 1 times per day, taking around 14h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $56 (€46) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:55, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 322 miles (519 km) distance in 14h 15m.
Distance 322 miles (519 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 14h 15m |
First bus 8:55 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 3 days |
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A vast complex of papal collections including classical sculpture, Renaissance masterpieces, the Raphael Rooms, and access to the Sistine Chapel. One of Rome’s most important art visits and often best
A superb villa museum with Bernini sculptures and paintings by Caravaggio, Raphael, and Titian. Timed entry is limited, making advance booking especially important.
The world’s oldest public museums, displaying Roman bronzes, ancient inscriptions, imperial sculpture, and excellent views over the Roman Forum from Capitoline Hill.
A grand baroque square with Bernini’s Fountain of the Four Rivers, elegant facades, and constant street life. One of Rome’s classic strolling areas.
A lively neighborhood of narrow lanes, ivy-covered buildings, and popular evening atmosphere. Very popular for wandering and photography, especially after sunset.
A famous monumental staircase linking Piazza di Spagna with Trinità dei Monti. A classic meeting point and one of the city’s most photographed urban scenes.
A classic Roman pasta made 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 with guanciale, egg yolk, pecorino romano, and black pepper. It is a defining dish of Rome and is traditionally made without cream.
A beloved pasta sauce of tomato, guanciale, and pecorino romano, usually served with bucatini. It is a cornerstone of Roman trattoria cooking.
Rome’s best-known luxury dining destination, offering fine dining, panoramic views, and an acclaimed tasting-menu experience by Heinz Beck.
A historic restaurant near the Pantheon celebrated for careful Roman cooking, including gricia, oxtail, and seasonal specialties, in a polished traditional space.
A famous central Rome dining room and delicatessen known for Roman pasta, cured meats, cheeses, and an exceptional wine list in a lively upscale setting.
Moderate by Western Europe standards: sights and central hotels cost more, while casual dining and transit stay reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxis.
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