- Must visit
MUNDA - Museo Nazionale d'Abruzzo
National museum inside the Spanish Fort, known for archaeology, medieval art, and the famous Mammut skeleton from the area.
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Buses per day
26
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to L'Aquila is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to L'Aquila will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 26 buses that leave Rome for L'Aquila on Tue, Aug 04, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 91 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 1 h 25 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 L'Aquila among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 56 miles (91 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price | €31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 L'Aquila:
A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to L'Aquila costing on average €17.
Other travel options to L'Aquila take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 12m.
Tickets start at around €15 compared to roughly €31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €16. The journey takes 1h 43m versus 1h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:47AM | Arrival Time 11:27AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:52AM | Arrival Time 10:46AM | Duration 3h54 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 07:13AM | Arrival Time 11:27AM | Duration 4h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:38PM | Duration 4h08 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 04:47PM | Duration 5h02 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:19PM | Duration 1h19 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 01:22PM | Arrival Time 07:02PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 08:27PM | Duration 6h07 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 02:28PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 6h07 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 08:27PM | Duration 5h17 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:37PM | Duration 3h37 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:37PM | Duration 3h37 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to L'Aquila buses for today, Monday, August 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 | 8:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1h20 | 9:50 AM L'Aquila, SS 17 (My Suite Hotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1h19 | 1:19 PM L'Aquila, SS 17 (My Suite Hotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1h25 | 4:55 PM L'Aquila, SS 17 (My Suite Hotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2006 | 3:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1h25 | 4:55 PM L'Aquila, SS 17 (My Suite Hotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1h25 | 9:05 PM L'Aquila, SS 17 (My Suite Hotel) | 0 transfersDirect |
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Buses from Rome to L'Aquila run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:10, the last at 21:10. The fastest bus covers the 56 miles (91 km) distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 56 miles (91 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 19m |
First bus 3:10 AM |
Last bus 9:10 PM |
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Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of L'Aquila — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect L'Aquila trip today.
National museum inside the Spanish Fort, known for archaeology, medieval art, and the famous Mammut skeleton from the area.
Contemporary art branch of MAXXI in restored Palazzo Ardinghelli. It pairs major exhibitions with striking historic architecture.
Hands-on science museum for children and families with interactive displays. A good indoor stop for learning through play.
The city's main square, framed by arcades, markets, and major churches. It is the best place to feel everyday life in L'Aquila.
Elegant central boulevard lined with palaces, shops, and cafes. Ideal for a first walk through the rebuilt historic core.
Lively square near major civic buildings and churches. It is a practical stop for orientation and a good starting point for sightseeing.
Saffron from Navelli flavors this classic Abruzzo dish, often in risotto or pasta. The prized spice is a symbol of the L'Aquila area and its mountain cuisine.
Fresh egg pasta strands dressed with a rich lamb ragù. It is a beloved inland Abruzzo specialty tied to shepherding traditions around L'Aquila.
Skewers of grilled sheep meat cooked over charcoal. They are one of Abruzzo's most iconic foods and are widely eaten in and around L'Aquila.
Established fine dining restaurant known for refined Abruzzese cuisine, seasonal ingredients, and an elegant setting in central L'Aquila.
Well-known traditional venue serving classic Abruzzo dishes, grilled meats, and local specialties in a warm, rustic atmosphere.
Casual local favorite for arrosticini and hearty regional fare, with an informal atmosphere suited to tasting classic inland Abruzzo flavors.
Moderate for Italy. Dining is reasonable, hotels often cost less than Rome or Florence, and local buses are affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Round up taxi fares; small change is enough at cafés.
Official public transport app
My Suite Hotel, L'Aquila -> Piazza Duomo, L'Aquila
Rome L'Aquila direct buses are frequent and depart every day from the stations of Roma Tiburtina or Anagnina, depending on the company, and arrive in L'Aquila near the SS80 or SS17. From Monday to Sunday there are at least 9 departures and the journey without change takes on average from 1 hour and 10 minutes to 2 hours and 15 minutes.
The Rome L'Aquila bus route is offered by 2 companies that provide daily service. Baltour leaves from the Tiburtina bus station and arrives on the SS17 road at the Hotel Amiternum; Flixbus leaves from the Roma Anagnina and Roma Tiburtina stations and arrives at the SS80.
The fastest route is to Baltour, with an average duration of 1 hour and 10 minutes, however, the trip always takes less than 2 hours and 20 minutes. The connection with change is a bit longer also in the train plus bus variant, with departure from Roma Termini and change in Terni or Orte.
The buses that make the direct route Rome L'Aquila are at least 9 per day throughout the week, with departures mainly in the morning or early afternoon. On Sundays there is an extra service available.
Rome bus stations buses depart from the Tiburtina bus station, connected to the centre by the underground line B or by the Atac buses, and the Anagnina station, the bus and underground line A terminus. The stations are equipped with ticket office, bar, shops, restaurants, waiting area and information service.
Autostazioni de L'Aquila: in L'Aquila the arrival is expected on State Road 80, at the bus station located in front of the barracks of the ninth regiment of the Alpini. Another arrival stop is on State Road 17, near the Amiternum hotel. Both bus stations are equipped with ticket office and information service and connected to the center by public bus service, as well as by taxis.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to L'Aquila 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 L'Aquila, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to L'Aquila buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to L'Aquila, SS 17 (My Suite Hotel) station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and L'Aquila bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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