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Science and Industry Museum
Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
Cheapest price
$211
Average price
$278
Fastest journey
1 d 14 h 45 m
Average duration
1 d 15 h 56 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
1689 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Manchester will cost around $278 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $211.
It's difficult to get from Rome to Manchester without transferring at least 3 times.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.7 - 4.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $96.
Distance: 1049 miles (1689 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
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$188 Average price | $126 Average price Cheapest | $627 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
36h 13m Average total duration 35h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.7 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 5.1 - 10.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Manchester:
A flight is $61 (€50) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Manchester costing on average $188 (€152).
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 35h 43m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 38h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $235 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 40h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $221 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 44h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $228 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 42h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $228 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 42h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $209 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 43h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $196 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 40h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $196 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 41h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $196 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 52h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $214 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 51h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $237 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Manchester buses for today, Saturday, August 15. 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 · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 40h35 | 2:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 42h00 | 3:45 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 42h05 | 3:50 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 40h25 | 2:10 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 51h25 | 2:00 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 38h45 | 11:10 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 39h05 | 11:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 40h50 | 2:00 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 42h40 | 5:50 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 43h00 | 6:10 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 42h55 | 11:20 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 43h15 | 11:40 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 40h40 | 11:40 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 40h20 | 11:20 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3 transfers | |
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Buses from Rome to Manchester run on average 14 times per day, taking around 35h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $96 (€78) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 1049 miles (1689 km) distance in 39h 5m.
Distance 1049 miles (1689 km) |
Average bus duration 35h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€78) |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 39h 5m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
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Most Rome to Manchester buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East. Use this guide to compare Rome and Manchester 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.
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East. ATMs are available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.
Available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East: Accessible for wheelchairs.
Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Burger King (in the station), Giraffe (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Airport.
Available at Manchester, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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