- Must visit
Puccini Museum - Casa Natale
The birthplace of composer Giacomo Puccini, displaying family rooms, manuscripts, instruments, and memorabilia linked to his life and work.
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 10 m
Buses per day
5
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 $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 5 buses that leave Rome for Lucca on Sat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 270 km distance in an average of 5 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 6 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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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 | $35 Average price | $90 Average price | $103 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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Direct Options | 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 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 $35 (€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 $90 (€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 $103 (€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 07:10AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
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 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 07:48PM | Arrival Time 03:59AM | Duration 8h11 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 08:48PM | Arrival Time 04:59AM | Duration 8h11 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Lucca buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 9:55 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h50 | 2:45 PM Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 · FlixBus | 6:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h00 | 12:15 AM 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 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Lucca — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lucca trip today.
The birthplace of composer Giacomo Puccini, displaying family rooms, manuscripts, instruments, and memorabilia linked to his life and work.
Small archaeological museum built around remains of ancient Roman houses, with mosaics and multimedia exhibits that reveal Lucca’s Roman past.
Lucca’s main art museum, housed in a historic villa and known for paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts from the city and wider Tuscany.
The city’s complete Renaissance walls, now a tree-lined pedestrian and cycling promenade with some of Lucca’s best views and social-media appeal.
Lucca’s famous oval piazza built over a Roman amphitheater, lined with colorful buildings and ideal for photography.
The main shopping and strolling street in the historic center, lively day and evening and perfect for absorbing local atmosphere.
Traditional Lucca pasta parcels filled with seasoned meat, herbs, and cheese, usually served with rich meat ragù. One of the city’s signature dishes.
A rustic Tuscan soup made with spelt, beans, vegetables, and olive oil. Strongly associated with the Lucca area and local farmhouse cooking.
A historic spring soup from Lucca made with peas, asparagus, artichokes, fava beans, and often pancetta or minced meat. A celebrated seasonal specialty.
Refined restaurant near Piazza Del Giglio offering polished Tuscan cooking and a more upscale dining experience.
Historic and well-known Lucca restaurant serving classic Tuscan and Lucchese dishes in an elegant, traditional setting.
Established casual trattoria popular for hearty local specialties such as tordelli and other traditional Tuscan plates.
Lucca is moderate by Italian standards: cafes and casual meals are reasonable, while central hotels and tourist dining cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Small change for cafes is enough.
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Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara -> Lucca Railway Station
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.

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