- Must visit
Accademia Carrara
Bergamo’s leading art museum, known for its outstanding collection of Italian Renaissance and Baroque paintings, including works by Botticelli, Raphael and Bellini.
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h 32 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
479 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Bergamo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Bergamo will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 13 buses that leave Rome for Bergamo on Thu, Jun 04, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct buses cover the 479 km distance in an average of 8 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest buses will take 8 h 45 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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054 · 066Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rome to Bergamo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 28m. 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 $12, and a flight costs an average of $73.
Distance: 297 miles (479 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price | $164 Average price |
9h 30m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.9kg 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 Rome to Bergamo:
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Bergamo costing on average $67 (€54).
A bus is $131 (€106) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Bergamo costing on average $164 (€133).
Other travel options to Bergamo take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 15m.
Bus takes on average 9h 0m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 8h59 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $88 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Bergamo buses for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 10h05 | 8:45 PM Bergamo, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
2402 | 11:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h45 | 7:45 PM Bergamo, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 AM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 10h10 | 9:20 PM Bergamo, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h30 | 9:20 PM Bergamo, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 8h45 | 8:45 PM Bergamo, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 10h45 | 9:30 AM Bergamo, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
054 · 066 | 11:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h45 | 7:45 AM Bergamo, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
3506 | 11:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h40 | 7:55 AM Bergamo, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 8h40 | 8:15 AM Bergamo, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
2422 | 11:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h00 | 8:45 AM Bergamo, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 12h30 | 12:20 PM Bergamo, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, June 4 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:15 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h00 | 8:15 AM Bergamo, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
2418 | 12:40 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h35 | 9:15 AM Bergamo, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Rome to Bergamo run on average 25 times per day, taking around 9h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 297 miles (479 km) distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 297 miles (479 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 12:02 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Bergamo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bergamo trip today.
Bergamo’s leading art museum, known for its outstanding collection of Italian Renaissance and Baroque paintings, including works by Botticelli, Raphael and Bellini.
The city’s main modern and contemporary art gallery, hosting rotating exhibitions by Italian and international artists in a central location near Accademia Carrara.
A history museum inside a medieval palace in Città Alta, presenting Bergamo’s urban and civic story through archaeological remains and multimedia displays.
Bergamo’s walled historic upper town, filled with medieval streets, landmarks and viewpoints; the essential area for first-time visitors.
The main square of Città Alta, surrounded by historic buildings and often considered the symbolic heart of Bergamo’s old city.
The upper town’s most famous street, lined with historic buildings, shops and lively pedestrian activity connecting key monuments.
Traditional stuffed pasta from Bergamo, usually filled with meat, breadcrumbs, cheese, and herbs, then dressed with butter, sage, and pancetta. It is the city’s signature first course.
A hearty Alpine-style polenta made with cornmeal and buckwheat flour, enriched with local cheese and butter. It is especially linked to Bergamo’s mountain food culture.
In Bergamo this usually refers to the famous traditional dessert: a sponge cake dome covered with marzipan and chocolate, decorated to recall the historic savory dish. It is an iconic local specialty.
Internationally renowned fine-dining restaurant near Bergamo, famous for refined Italian cuisine, impeccable service, and a luxurious setting.
Established restaurant in Città Alta known for polished regional cooking, seasonal ingredients, and an elegant yet welcoming ambiance.
Well-known traditional trattoria in Bergamo, appreciated for classic Bergamasque dishes, homemade pasta, and a warm local atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: cafés and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and dining in peak season cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
Official public transport app
Bergamo Autostazione, Bergamo -> Bergamo Railway Station, Bergamo
Bergamo is a beautiful city in the north and worth visiting if you’ll be touring Italy. The city is the perfect blend of old and new and has some of the most beautiful churches in the country. The bus will give you easy access to Bergamo, and Rome being only 297 miles (479 km) away means that the fastest bus will get you there in about 8h 10min. Download the Omio app to book the bus from Rome to Bergamo easily and conveniently.
At least 10 buses make the trip from Rome to Bergamo every day. These include direct and connecting buses provided by Itabus, MarinoBus, FlixBus, and BlaBlaCar. The number of departures depends on the day, and on most days, the first bus leaves at around 10:00 a.m. and the last bus at around 11:45 p.m.
The distance between Rome and Bergamo is about 297 miles (479 km). It is a long trip, but you’ll have several direct buses to get you there. The fastest bus from Rome to Bergamo takes about 8h 10min, and Itabus provides it. MarinoBus operates a one_stop bus, and it takes about 8h 51min.

Bus from Rome to Bergamo: columns in Rome at dusk. Source: Shutterstock
Departure bus station: Autostazione Tiburtina is the main departure station in Rome. It is within walking proximity of downtown Rome, and the amenities provided include clean restrooms, a waiting area, and ticket offices.
Arrival bus station: Stazione Autolinee in Bergamo city center is the main arrival station. The station is wheelchair accessible and offers many amenities, including indoor and outdoor waiting areas, a bar, clean restrooms, a ticket office, and long_term parking.
Itabus, MarinoBus, FlixBus, and BlaBlaCar are the bus providers operating on this route. Itabus is the main provider, providing about six buses from Rome to Bergamo every day. MarinoBus is the second_best option with at least a single departure every day, while FlixBus and BlaBlaCar only provide buses on certain days. Itabus is a good and reliable option since they provide the cheapest fares and have the fastest buses. If you wish to learn more about these companies, read their particular "all you can know" sections in the Omio magazine, Window Seat.
Itabus is the most reliable option for traveling from Rome to Bergamo. They provide around six daily departures, giving passengers the convenience of choosing their best travel time. They also provide the fastest and cheapest buses to Bergamo, making them the best option for this journey.
MarinoBus is the second_best bus provider for buses from Rome to Bergamo. They provide a single bus to Bergamo every day, usually a night bus departing at around 10:15 p.m. The bus usually has one stop en route and takes about 8h 50min to get to Bergamo. It is a good option if you want to sleep on the bus and start your day in Bergamo.
FlixBus is another good provider for buses from Rome to Bergamo. FlixBus has departures around five days a week, and when available, they provide at least two buses from Rome to Bergamo. They provide direct and connecting buses, and they have the second cheapest fares for this journey.
BlaBlaCar is also a good choice for getting from Rome to Bergamo. They have departures around five days a week, and when available, they provide the fastest and earliest buses of the day. The first BlaBlaCar bus usually departs for Bergamo at around 10:00 a.m. and takes about 6h 30min to get there.
If you wish to travel from Rome to Bergamo, consider taking the bus, one of the most sustainable options available. Buses are a great option for this trip since they ferry more passengers at once, reducing the emissions per passenger per trip. Buses also run on clean, renewable energy, meaning they are not as polluting as before. Moreover, they travel less frequently and cause less congestion on roads, reducing carbon emissions and noise pollution. Also, booking a bus using the Omio app saves the environment since you can do it from your phone, and the whole process is paperless.
Itabus allows you to bring two bags on this journey. Special services are provided for disabled passengers, while all buses have wheelchair lifts. Pets in pet carriers are welcome on the bus, and Itabus amenities include free Wi_Fi, air conditioning, power outlets, and onboard restrooms.
MarinoBus will allow two bags on the bus. Every bus is equipped with a wheelchair lift, and drivers will assist passengers in wheelchairs. Pets are welcome on the bus, and MarinoBus amenities include free Wi_Fi, power outlets, air conditioning, and onboard restrooms.
You will be allowed only two bags on FlixBus buses. All buses are equipped with wheelchair lifts, and special assistance is afforded to disabled passengers. Pets cannot travel on the bus, and FlixBus amenities include free Wi_Fi, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and power plugs.
BlaBlaCar only allows two bags per passenger. The buses are wheelchair accessible, and assistance is afforded to people in wheelchairs. No pets are allowed on board, and BlaBlaCar bus amenities include free Wi_Fi, onboard restrooms, power plugs, and air conditioning.
You can get cheap bus tickets and save some money as you travel from Rome to Bergamo. If this is your plan, consider doing the following. First, book your ticket weeks or months in advance. This way, you can get cheaper fares than booking on the day of traveling. Second, book the slower journeys. The slower journeys usually have cheaper fares than high_speed or direct journeys, yet they also get you to the destination. Third, be flexible. If you’re free to travel any day, you can compare bus fares for various days and settle for the cheapest. Lastly, book using the Omio app. This is the only way to get great deals and discounts for your trip.

Bus from Rome to Bergamo: church street in Bergamo. Source: Shutterstock
Bergamo is popular through Europe for being the low_cost getaway in northern Italy. This city is beautiful and rich in treasure yet to be discovered. If you’re planning your Rome to Bergamo trip, here are a few things to see and do once you get there. Bergamo comes in two parts, the upper and lower city. The upper city is the medieval city, while the lower city is the modern Bergamo. If you wish to be close to most city attractions, stick to the lower city.
However, if you want to wake up every day to breathtaking views, the upper city is the place for you. The city is also home to architectural wonders. Start with the Duomo (city’s cathedral) and head out to the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore and Colleoni Chapel for some of the most beautiful buildings you’ll ever see. The city is also home to excellent food. You’ll have plenty of choices, from sweet to savory. In addition to delicious food, you’ll find a variety of cheeses and cured meats, all available from the local delis. The city still has a lot more to offer, and before leaving, make sure you check out:
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Bergamo 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 Bergamo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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