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Museo del Santuario di San Francesco di Paola
Museum at the sanctuary presenting objects, documents, and devotional material linked to Saint Francis of Paola and the order he founded.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Paola is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Paola will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 2 buses from Rome to Paola, including 2 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 412 km distance in an average of 6 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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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Buses from Rome to Paola run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 256 miles (412 km) distance in 5h 30m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rome to Paola.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Salemi | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Busitalia | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Paola buses for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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1401 | 9:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h55 | 4:25 PM Quattromiglia, Via Leonardo Da Vinci (Villa Giorcelli) | 0 transfersDirect | |
S201 | 8:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h30 | 1:30 AM Quattromiglia, Via Louis Braille (Q8 easy) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Museum at the sanctuary presenting objects, documents, and devotional material linked to Saint Francis of Paola and the order he founded.
Exhibition space focused on the saint’s life, miracles, and historical memory, helpful for adding context before or after visiting the sanctuary.
Small local museum area within the sanctuary complex showing religious art and archival pieces connected to Paola’s most important heritage site.
The atmospheric old town with narrow lanes, churches, and traditional buildings, best explored on foot for local character and views.
Main civic square and social hub, framed by everyday town life and useful as a starting point for walks through central Paola.
Seafront walking area popular for sunsets and relaxed strolls, offering a pleasant contrast to the religious and historic sights inland.
Fileja are traditional Calabrian hand-rolled pasta, often served with rich goat or pork ragù. They are a hallmark of local home cooking and festive meals.
Lagane e ceci is an old southern dish of rustic pasta strips with chickpeas, valued for its peasant roots and comforting flavor across Calabria.
Surici fritti are lightly floured fried anchovies, popular on the Tyrrhenian coast near Paola. They are prized for freshness and simple seaside flavor.
Established seafood restaurant in Paola known for fresh fish dishes and classic Calabrian flavors in a relaxed, polished setting.
Well-known local restaurant offering traditional Calabrian cooking, pizza, and regional ingredients in a casual atmosphere.
Seafood-focused dining near the coast, appreciated for fresh catches, pasta, and a more refined atmosphere suited to a longer dinner.
Moderate for southern Italy. Hotels and trains are reasonable, while tourist-area dining costs more in peak season. Overall cheaper than Rome, Milan, or Amalfi.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is enough in cafes.
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Paola Railway Station -> Piazza del Popolo
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Most Rome to Paola buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Paola 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.