- Must visit
Musei Civici di Reggio Emilia
The city’s main civic museum complex with archaeology, natural history, art, and local heritage collections in the historic San Francesco area.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
5 h 49 m
Average duration
7 h 28 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
346 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Reggio Emilia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Reggio Emilia will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 5 buses that leave Rome for Reggio Emilia on Wed, Jun 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct buses cover the 346 km distance in an average of 7 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 49 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest buses will take 9 h 35 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Reggio Emilia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $63.
Distance: 214 miles (346 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$32 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price | $122 Average price | $130 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.1kg 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 Reggio Emilia:
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Reggio Emilia costing on average $44 (€35).
A bus is $91 (€73) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Reggio Emilia costing on average $122 (€99).
Other travel options to Reggio Emilia take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 6m.
Bus takes on average 5h 56m.
Tickets start at around $32 (€26) compared to roughly $130 (€105) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $98 (€79). The journey takes 5h 56m versus 4h 29m 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 Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 01:34AM | Duration 5h49 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 02:34AM | Duration 5h49 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 03:34AM | Duration 5h49 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Reggio Emilia buses for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3898 | 9:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h49 | 3:34 AM Reggio Emilia, Autostazione Parcheggio Europa | 0 transfersDirect | |
704 · 070 | 11:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h40 | 5:40 AM Reggio Emilia, Piazzale Europa | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h50 | 6:40 AM Reggio Emilia, Autostazione Parcheggio Europa | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h35 | 9:25 AM Reggio Emilia, AV Mediopadana | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, June 3 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h25 | 9:45 AM Reggio Emilia, Autostazione Parcheggio Europa | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Rome to Reggio Emilia run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 214 miles (346 km) distance in 5h 49m.
Distance 214 miles (346 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 5h 49m |
First bus 12:02 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Discover the best of Reggio Emilia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Reggio Emilia trip today.
The city’s main civic museum complex with archaeology, natural history, art, and local heritage collections in the historic San Francesco area.
Contemporary art museum created from the Max Mara corporate collection, known for postwar and international contemporary works in a refined industrial setting.
Major exhibition venue in a historic palace, hosting important temporary art shows and cultural exhibitions in the city center.
The principal square of Reggio Emilia, framed by the cathedral, civic buildings, and cafés, and a natural starting point for exploring the center.
One of the city’s most photogenic squares, shaded by trees and surrounded by elegant buildings, especially popular for evening strolls.
Lively square beside the basilica and market area, loved for its local atmosphere, historic setting, and everyday city life.
Savory pie from Reggio Emilia filled with Swiss chard or spinach, Parmigiano Reggiano, onion, and often lard in the crust. It is one of the city’s signature street and bakery foods.
Fresh pasta stuffed with chard or spinach, ricotta, Parmigiano Reggiano, and herbs, usually served with butter and sage. A classic festive dish from the Reggio Emilia area.
Small stuffed pasta served in rich meat broth, traditionally eaten on holidays. In Reggio Emilia, the filling commonly includes cheese and meat, making it a beloved comfort dish.
Historic Michelin-starred restaurant in the city center known for refined Emilian cuisine, elegant service, and classic local ingredients interpreted with precision.
Long-running traditional trattoria serving classic Reggiano and Emilian dishes in a warm, old-style setting. A reliable place for pasta, local meats, and regional recipes.
Well-regarded local trattoria appreciated for handmade pasta, seasonal ingredients, and a cozy atmosphere that reflects classic Emilian hospitality.
Moderate for Italy: espresso and casual meals are affordable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is modest: round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for very good restaurant service; not expected for every bill.
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