- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-famous papal museums with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical collections.
Cheapest price
€61
Average price
€61
Fastest journey
15 h
Average duration
15 h
Buses per day
1
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 €61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €61.
Of the 1 buses that leave Ribera for Rome on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 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 Wed, Aug 05 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 €50. 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 €50, and a flight costs an average of €19.
Distance: 306 miles (493 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€60 Average price | €65 Average price | €55 Average price Cheapest | €42 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 €5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ribera to Rome costing on average €60.
A ferry is €10 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ribera to Rome costing on average €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 €-17.35 compared to fuel and tolls (€60 vs €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 €60 |
Operator Salemi | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator Salemi | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €51 |
The table below shows live departures for Ribera to Rome buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S122 | 3:15 PM Ribera, Micalizzi Giuseppe Q8 | 15h00 | 6:15 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 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 €30 but you can travel from only €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 €30 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 15h 0m |
First bus 3:15 PM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
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World-famous papal museums with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical collections.
Outstanding ancient sculpture and mosaic museum housed in the Palazzo dei Conservatori and Palazzo Nuovo.
Celebrated villa museum with Bernini sculptures, Caravaggio paintings, and refined garden setting.
Elegant Baroque square with Bernini's fountains, lively atmosphere, and superb people-watching.
Historic square and gathering place at the Spanish Steps, ideal for classic city views and strolls.
Charming cobbled neighborhood filled with ivy-clad lanes, churches, nightlife, and local character.
Classic Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. A city icon known for rich flavor without cream.
Roman pasta with guanciale, tomato, and Pecorino Romano. A traditional Lazio staple tied to shepherd cooking and bold savory flavor.
Pasta with guanciale, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. Considered one of Rome's oldest pasta dishes and prized for its simplicity.
Three-Michelin-star dining by Niko Romito at Bulgari Hotel Roma, offering refined Italian tasting menus in an elegant setting.
Historic trattoria in Testaccio known for classic Roman pasta and quinto quarto dishes in a lively, traditional setting.
Popular casual spot famed for Roman-style pizzas and fried starters. Bustling atmosphere and a long-standing local reputation.
Moderate for Europe: stays in central Rome are pricey, but transit is cheap and meals range from affordable pizza to costly tourist-area dining.
Service may be included via coperto or servizio. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants if service is good; round up in taxis; small change is fine at cafés.
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Most Ribera to Rome buses use the Ribera, Micalizzi Giuseppe Q8 to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station pair. Use this guide to compare Ribera and Rome bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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