- Must visit
Museo Casa Natale di Giacomo Puccini
Set in the birthplace of composer Giacomo Puccini, this museum displays personal items and documents from his early life.
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h
Buses per day
3
Distance
270 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Lucca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Lucca will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 3 buses that leave Rome for Lucca on Tue, Aug 04, 2 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 270 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 5 h 30 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.
FlixBus
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Lucca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $89.
Distance: 167 miles (270 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price | $91 Average price | $104 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Lucca:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Lucca costing on average $36 (€29).
A bus is $60 (€49) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Lucca costing on average $91 (€74).
Other travel options to Lucca take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 27m.
Bus takes on average 5h 3m.
Tickets start at around $30 (€25) compared to roughly $104 (€84) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $73 (€60). The journey takes 5h 3m versus 3h 48m 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, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Itabus.
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 04:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Lucca buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
206 | 1:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h10 | 7:00 PM Lucca, Stazione FS | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h30 | 8:15 PM Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:55 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h20 | 2:15 AM Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Rome to Lucca run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 167 miles (270 km) distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 167 miles (270 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Lucca — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lucca trip today.
Set in the birthplace of composer Giacomo Puccini, this museum displays personal items and documents from his early life.
Lucca’s leading art museum in a former palace, with paintings, decorative arts, and insight into the city’s noble history.
A major museum of sacred art and archaeology beside the cathedral, known for treasures tied to Lucca’s religious heritage.
Lucca’s fully walkable Renaissance walls form a broad tree-lined promenade with classic views, cycling paths, and local daily life.
The city’s main shopping street links major squares and landmarks, perfect for strolling through Lucca’s elegant historic core.
A lively square on the Roman forum site, framed by San Michele church and historic buildings, especially atmospheric in the evening.
Hearty Tuscan soup of cannellini beans, kale, black cabbage, potatoes, and stale bread. A rustic Lucca staple shaped by peasant cooking traditions.
Slow-cooked beef braised in red wine, black pepper, herbs, and tomato. It is a beloved Lucchese main linked to local tavern and family cooking.
Lucchese ring-shaped sweet bread with raisins and anise. Traditionally enjoyed at festivals and with coffee or sweet wine.
Refined restaurant with creative Tuscan cuisine, tasting menus, and polished service in an intimate upscale setting.
Historic Lucchese restaurant known for traditional Tuscan cooking, seasonal ingredients, and an elegant but welcoming atmosphere inside the walls.
Well-known traditional trattoria serving classic Lucca dishes, handmade pasta, and hearty mains in a cozy, old-style setting.
Moderate for Tuscany: lodging and dining are below Florence, while local buses and bike-friendly sights keep daily costs manageable for most tourists.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara -> Lucca Piazza Napoleone
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Lucca 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 Lucca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Lucca buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara station pair, with some services arriving at Lucca, Stazione FS. Use this guide to compare Rome and Lucca bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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