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Frantoio Ipogeo
Underground oil mill carved into the old town, illustrating the olive-oil economy that shaped Gallipoli's wealth and trade.
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$88
Fastest journey
8 h 35 m
Average duration
9 h 12 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
504 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Gallipoli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Gallipoli will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 12 buses that leave Rome for Gallipoli on Thu, Aug 13, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 13 the direct buses cover the 504 km distance in an average of 9 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .
On Thu, Aug 13 the slowest buses will take 10 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rome to Gallipoli among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 313 miles (504 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$60 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price | $117 Average price |
9h 12m Average total duration 8h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 51m Average total duration 8h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg 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 Gallipoli:
A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Gallipoli costing on average $78 (€63).
A bus is $57 (€46) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Gallipoli costing on average $117 (€95).
Other travel options to Gallipoli take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 21m.
Bus takes on average 8h 42m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $59 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Gallipoli buses for today, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 10:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 10h00 | 8:00 AM Gallipoli, Piazza Cimitero | 0 transfersDirect | |
133 · 106 | 11:15 PM Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine" | 10h40 | 9:55 AM Gallipoli, Piazza Cimitero | 1 transfer | |
1181 | 11:25 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 10h00 | 9:25 AM Gallipoli, Piazza Cimitero | 0 transfersDirect | |
106 | 11:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 10h05 | 9:55 AM Gallipoli, Piazza Cimitero | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 13 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 12h20 | 1:40 PM Gallipoli, Piazza Cimitero | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:50 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h35 | 3:25 PM Gallipoli, Piazza Cimitero | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h50 | 5:50 PM Gallipoli, Piazza Cimitero | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 10h55 | 10:00 PM Gallipoli, Piazza Cimitero | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 10h55 | 11:20 PM Gallipoli, Piazza Cimitero | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h20 | 11:20 PM Gallipoli, Piazza Cimitero | 1 transfer | |
207 | 2:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h15 | 11:45 PM Gallipoli, Piazza Cimitero | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Rome to Gallipoli run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 313 miles (504 km) distance in 9h 10m.
Distance 313 miles (504 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 9h 10m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:56 PM |
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Discover the best of Gallipoli — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gallipoli trip today.
Underground oil mill carved into the old town, illustrating the olive-oil economy that shaped Gallipoli's wealth and trade.
Civic museum preserving archaeological finds, paintings, and local history collections that introduce Gallipoli and the wider Salento area.
Castle exhibition route with historical displays and cultural installations inside one of the city's most important fortifications.
The island-like historic center is Gallipoli's essential walking area, packed with churches, sea views, courtyards, and everyday local life.
Main seaside promenade ideal for walks, sunsets, and views toward the old town walls and fishing harbor.
Scenic waterfront path circling the old town, popular for sea breezes, bastion views, and photography at golden hour.
Sea urchin roe served raw on bread or with pasta. A prized Salento coastal specialty, especially loved in season for its intense iodine-rich flavor.
Mixed fried small fish and seafood, usually shrimp, squid, and local catch. A classic Gallipoli harbor dish, best eaten very fresh.
Rustic bread topped with tomato, onion, capers, olives, and anchovies. A simple Salento staple reflecting local pantry ingredients and seaside flavors.
Elegant seafood fine dining in Gallipoli’s old town, known for refined tasting menus, fresh local catch, and a polished historic setting.
Well-regarded restaurant focused on fresh fish and Salento dishes, with a stylish yet relaxed atmosphere near the historic center.
Casual seafood spot popular for fritti, grilled fish, and simple local recipes. Good choice for an unfussy meal with maritime character.
Moderate for coastal Italy: summer stays rise, but dining and local transport are reasonable versus major tourist cities.
Service is often included or minimal. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; taxis can be rounded up, and small cafe tips are optional.
Official public transport app
Gallipoli, Piazza Cimitero -> Gallipoli, Centro Storico
To travel from Rome to Gallipoli by bus there are several bus routes available that depart every day of the week. Direct connections are provided in the morning and in the evening, those that, however, include a change of bus, depart in the afternoon. The average duration of the trip is around 9 hours with direct transfers but the timing increases if there is a change.
The bus lines that offer Roma Gallipoli buses are the Marozzi Travel and Tourism Company and the low cost company Flixbus, which however does not provide direct connections to the destination.
The direct bus trip to Rome Gallipoli takes from 9 hours to 9 hours and 30 minutes. The Flixbus company offers a connection with a change in Bologna, so the timing increases a lot, reaching a duration of the transfer that exceeds 10 hours.
The buses from Rome to Gallipoli have two departures per day, for a total of 15 transfers available per week. Departures are scheduled around 11:00 in the morning and about 23:50 in the evening. The connection with change, however, starts in the afternoon around 17:15.
Autostazione Tiburtina: is very close to the Roma Tiburtina train station, to the Metro Line B that takes you to the center in about 20 minutes and to the bus stop 62. Among the services offered: free Wi-Fi, ticket office, parking for disabled and pregnant women, monitor that indicates arrivals and departures in real time, SOS columns, toilets and security and online information services.
Via Alezio:: is not a bus station but a stop or Bus Stop on the main road Gallipoli Alezio and is located near the new hospital. In the area there is a service station. From here you can reach the center with the buses of the South East Railways and with several private bus lines.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Gallipoli 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 Gallipoli, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Gallipoli buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Gallipoli, Piazza Cimitero station pair, with some services arriving at Maglie, Piazzale Megapark Via Otranto. Use this guide to compare Rome and Gallipoli 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.
Gallipoli is 1 km from Gallipoli city centre. Public transport options include:
Gallipoli has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Gallipoli. ATMs are available at Gallipoli.
Ticket office support is available at Gallipoli.
Available at Gallipoli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gallipoli: Accessible for individuals with mobility challenges.
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