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Accademia Carrara
The city’s major art museum displays Italian paintings from the Renaissance to the 19th century in a refined hilltop setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 05
$18
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$42
Fastest journey on Sep 05
8 h
Average journey duration on Sep 05
8 h 32 m
Buses on Sep 05
17
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 $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 17 buses from Rome to Bergamo, including 9 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 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 Sat, Sep 05 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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FlixBusOmio 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 train, with an average ticket price of $37 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $37, while a flight costs an average of $504.
Distance: 297 miles (479 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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$45 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $504 Average price |
9h 26m Average total duration 8h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 2h 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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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 train is $9 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Bergamo costing on average $45.
A train is $467 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Bergamo costing on average $504.
Other travel options to Bergamo take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 36m.
Bus takes on average 8h 56m.
| 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, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
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 $21 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 9h16 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Bergamo buses for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3888 · 2418 | 9:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 12h15 | 9:15 AM Bergamo, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
2772 · 2418 | 10:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 11h15 | 9:15 AM Bergamo, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
2494 · 2418 | 10:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 11h00 | 9:15 AM Bergamo, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
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 | |
2702 · 2418 | 11:59 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h16 | 9:15 AM Bergamo, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
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 | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 10h40 | 5:10 PM Bergamo, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 10h35 | 8:45 PM Bergamo, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
2402 | 11:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h45 | 7:45 PM Bergamo, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 10h25 | 9:25 PM Bergamo, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h45 | 9:25 PM Bergamo, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 8h45 | 8:45 PM Bergamo, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Rome to Bergamo run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 but you can travel from only $6 by train.
There are 8 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 0m.
Distance 297 miles (479 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 12:02 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Bergamo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bergamo trip today.
The city’s major art museum displays Italian paintings from the Renaissance to the 19th century in a refined hilltop setting.
This modern and contemporary art gallery complements Accademia Carrara with Italian masters, sculpture, and rotating exhibitions.
Housed in a medieval convent, this museum presents Bergamo’s archaeology, urban history, and Venetian-era development.
Bergamo’s elegant central square is lined with historic buildings and cafes, making it the essential starting point in Città Alta.
This broad square by major churches and civic landmarks is one of the city’s most atmospheric places for architecture and photos.
The UNESCO-listed walls encircle the upper town with scenic walks, bastions, and exceptional panoramic viewpoints over Bergamo.
Pasta ribbons with butter, sage, pancetta and crispy bacon, a signature Bergamo first course linked to local peasant cooking.
Rustic cornmeal dish often served soft or grilled with local cheeses, sausages or stews; a cornerstone of Bergamo and Lombardy cuisine.
Creamy risotto cooked with Taleggio, the famous local washed-rind cheese from the Bergamo valleys, prized for its rich aroma.
Elegant fine dining in Upper Town with creative Italian cuisine, polished service and panoramic surroundings in a historic setting.
Established pastry shop and café famous for Polenta E Osei cake and other Bergamo sweets, ideal for a traditional dessert stop.
Historic traditional restaurant in Città Alta known for Bergamasque classics, warm rustic rooms and a long local reputation.
Moderate for northern Italy. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller towns, but local buses, airport transit, and casual meals stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafés, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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.

Most Rome to Bergamo buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Bergamo, Autostazione station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Bergamo bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. ATMs are aTM available near ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
Available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) is 3 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Ristorante Italiano (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals area.
Ticket office support is available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus).
Available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): Elevators, ramps.
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