- Must visit
Museo Castromediano
Major museum of Apulian archaeology with Messapian, Roman, and medieval finds. Essential for understanding Lecce and Salento before exploring the city.
Cheapest price
Kč335
Average price
Kč824
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 59 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
506 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Lecce is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Lecce will cost around Kč824 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only Kč335.
Of the 17 buses that leave Rome for Lecce on Wed, Aug 05, 13 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 506 km distance in an average of 7 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 8 h 10 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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207Buses from Rome to Lecce run on average 19 times per day, taking around 8h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at Kč236 if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 314 miles (506 km) distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 314 miles (506 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price Kč236 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
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Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč386 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price Kč995 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price Kč995 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč425 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč1495 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price Kč1231 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price Kč770 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč386 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč451 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč438 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price Kč866 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 09:07AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 11h33 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Kč1705 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price Kč866 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč335 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price Kč706 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč425 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč1266 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Kč1508 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price Kč988 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč1133 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč335 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč1197 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price Kč1124 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč1197 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price Kč1216 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price Kč1069 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč1108 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price Kč979 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price Kč386 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč961 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč438 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Kč1154 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč373 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price Kč866 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price Kč964 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price Kč1127 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price Kč386 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price Kč438 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč1598 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price Kč463 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price Kč1366 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Lecce 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 |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h35 | 10:35 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h40 | 10:55 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
207 | 2:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h10 | 10:40 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1125 | 3:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h55 | 11:55 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h05 | 12:35 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1107 | 10:25 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h35 | 7:00 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h15 | 6:45 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
133 · 108 | 11:15 PM Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine" | 9h45 | 9:00 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h05 | 7:50 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
108 | 11:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h10 | 9:00 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1103 | 8:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h55 | 4:55 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h55 | 5:15 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h05 | 5:05 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1109 | 10:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h05 | 7:05 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h00 | 7:00 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 10h10 | 10:35 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
1121 | 12:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h30 | 9:00 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Discover the best of Lecce — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lecce trip today.
Major museum of Apulian archaeology with Messapian, Roman, and medieval finds. Essential for understanding Lecce and Salento before exploring the city.
Museum of the Roman theatre area displaying excavated sculptures, inscriptions, and models. A useful companion to Lecce's visible ancient remains.
Contemporary art museum in a former monastery with rotating exhibitions and cultural events. A strong stop for modern creativity in historic Lecce.
Lecce's main square with the Roman amphitheatre, civic landmarks, and constant street life. The best starting point for understanding the city center.
Enclosed cathedral square of rare theatrical beauty, framed by the duomo, bell tower, and seminary. One of southern Italy's finest urban spaces.
The maze-like historic center of Lecce, rich in Baroque churches, carved balconies, and artisan workshops. Best explored slowly on foot.
Rustic shortcrust pastry filled with tomato, mozzarella and béchamel. A beloved Lecce street snack, especially from local bakeries and bars.
Fresh pasta shaped like twisted ribbons, often served with rich tomato sauce and ricotta forte or caciotta. A classic Salento homemade dish.
Fried potato croquettes stuffed with mozzarella and sometimes tomato. Popular in Lecce rotisserie shops as a comforting local snack.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant known for refined Salento cuisine in a historic setting near the old city.
Historic, casual spot famous for rustic Salento cooking, generous portions and a lively local dining room.
Long-established Lecce institution serving traditional Salento dishes and seafood in a polished yet welcoming atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: dining is reasonable, local transit is low-cost, and lodging is often cheaper than Rome, Milan, or Florence, though summer rates rise in the historic center.
Tipping is modest. A service charge may appear. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for great service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine at cafes.
There are approximately two daily buses from Rome to Lecce, with there being around 14 total buses on offer every week. When you choose to travel between these cities by bus, it will generally be a direct trip with no option for transfer. Depending on the type of bus you travel on, your journey can last anywhere from 7h 55min to 8h 35min. There are plenty of things to see and do in "The Florence of the South" as Lecce is commonly known, including exploring the remains of the Roman Amphitheater and visiting Basilica di Santa Croce.
The journey from Rome to Lecce by bus can last anywhere from 7h 55min to 8h 35min depending on whether you are traveling by a fast bus or a slow bus as well the number of stops your bus makes along the way. Generally, this 314 miles' (506 km) journey is a direct trip, meaning that you will not need to change buses during your travel.
On average, there are two daily buses from Rome to Lecce. This amounts to around 15 buses plying this route every week. Being a direct trip, you will not need any transfer while traveling from Rome to Lecce by bus. That said, your bus may make a couple of stops before reaching your destination, which may affect how long you take to arrive at Lecce. The journey between Rome and Lecce by bus is particularly popular during the summer months, so you may want to book your bus ticket well in advance to avoid a last-minute rush. The first bus of the day leaves Rome at around 11:30 a.m. and arrives at Lecce at around 7:25 p.m., while the last bus leaves Rome at around 11:15 p.m. and arrives at Lecce the following morning at around 5:50 a.m.
Departure bus station: Buses from Rome to Lecce depart from Autostazione Tiburtina Bus Station. Located to the northwest of the city, just next to the Roma Tiburtina railway station, Austostazione Tiburtina bus station is accessible via metro line B. Travelers can also get to the station using FL1, FL3, and RV trains as well as buses 62, 71, 490, 495, and 548. It is important that you arrive at the station at least 30min before your bus’ scheduled departure. Some of the facilities available at the station include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, and public restrooms.
Arrival bus station: Your bus will arrive at Piazza Carmelo Bene Bus terminal. This bus station is located approximately 0.94 miles (1.51 km) from the city center. Travelers can get to the city center via LFR, 32, and 27EXP buses. You can also take approximately 20min to get to the city center on foot. Some of the facilities available at this bus station include a coffee bar, kiosk, parking lot, and fast food outlet.
There is one main bus company for you to purchase your Rome to Lecce bus ticket, and it is known as FlixBus. Founded in Germany in 2013, FlixBus is committed to offering smart and green transportation to over 2,000 destinations in 35 countries. Travelers from Rome to Lecce by FlixBus do not need to change buses and can opt for faster day buses that take approximately 7h 55min or slightly slower night buses that take approximately 8h 35min to arrive at Lecce from Rome.
FlixBus offers approximately two daily Rome to Lecce by bus trips. This comes about 15 buses per week. While FlixBus’ schedule does not change on weekends, it may change slightly on holidays with only one bus available. This is generally a direct trip, meaning travelers do not have to worry about changing buses during the journey. However, the bus may make a couple of stops in additional cities before arriving at your final destination. This can potentially affect the duration of the journey. That said, you can plan on the journey to take between 7h 55min and 8h 35min. FlixBus offers only one ticket type for all its bus trips. Ticket prices are subject to change based on the booking date as well as promotions in progress. Children, travelers with disabilities, and groups of 3 or more travelers are eligible for fare reductions on request. With FlixBus’ ticket policy, you can change or cancel your ticket at a small fee. However, you cannot cancel or change your ticket if you are within 2h of your departure. For buses from Rome to Lecce, you should always plan on your journey departing from Rome’s Autostazione Tiburtina bus station and arriving at Lecce’s at Piazza Carmelo Bene Bus terminal.
All buses operated by FlixBus are equipped with Wi-Fi and plug sockets that travelers can access during their journey. All you need to do is connect to the network and begin surfing the net on your smartphone, tablet, or laptop. All FlixBuses come with large and comfortable seats as well as toilets. Other services available include snacks, drinks, and adequate legroom. Travelers can bring up to 2 pieces of luggage with a total weight of 66 pounds (30 kg). However, all luggage must not exceed 27 inc x 20 inc x 10.6 inc (67 cm x 50 cm x 27 cm). Travelers can also bring on board 3 additional luggage, with the same dimensions and a maximum weight of 33 pounds (15 kg) at an extra fee. Passengers in wheelchairs are required to contact FlixBus 7 to 14 days before travel since not all FlixBus buses come equipped with a passenger compartment. Additionally, travelers with disabilities are advised to contact FlixBus prior to departure in order to have an employee assist with the boarding, luggage storage, and disembarking. Pets are not allowed on board FlixBus except for guide dogs as well as pets weighing no more than 11 punds (5 kg) in their proper travel bags.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Lecce 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 Lecce, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Lecce buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Lecce bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Available at Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus): Ramps.
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