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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
$73
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
15 h
Average duration
15 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
493 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ribera to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ribera to Rome will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
Of the 2 buses that leave Ribera for Rome on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 493 km distance in an average of 15 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 15 h 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 Ribera to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $61. 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 bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $61, and a flight costs an average of $23.
Distance: 306 miles (493 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$73 Average price | $80 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 23m Average total duration 14h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 1m Average total duration 14h 1m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 10h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Ribera to Rome:
A ferry is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ribera to Rome costing on average $73 (€60).
A ferry is $12 (€10) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ribera to Rome costing on average $80 (€65).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Ferry takes on average 14h 1m.
Bus takes on average 14h 53m.
You'll arrive about -4h -55m sooner (14h 53m by bus vs 10h 58m by car) and save roughly $-21.21 (€-17.35) compared to fuel and tolls ($73 (€60) vs $52 (€42)). 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 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Salemi | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
The table below shows live departures for Ribera to Rome buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:15 PM Ribera | 15h00 | 4:15 AM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ribera to Rome run on average 1 times per day, taking around 14h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 15:15, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 306 miles (493 km) distance in 15h 0m.
Distance 306 miles (493 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 15h 0m |
First bus 3:15 PM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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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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