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Parco Nazionale delle Cinque Terre Visitor Center
Visitor center with exhibits on Cinque Terre’s landscapes, villages, and protected heritage; useful first stop for context.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€20
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€33
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
6 h 7 m
Buses on Sep 19
9
Distance
332 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Riomaggiore is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Riomaggiore will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 9 buses from Rome to Riomaggiore, including 7 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 332 km distance in an average of 6 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 6 h 25 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 Riomaggiore among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €34 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, while a flight costs an average of €415.
Distance: 206 miles (332 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€34 Average price Cheapest | €48 Average price | €415 Average price | €93 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Riomaggiore:
A bus is €14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Riomaggiore costing on average €48.
A bus is €380 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Riomaggiore costing on average €415.
Other travel options to Riomaggiore take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 45m.
Bus takes on average 6h 27m.
Tickets start at around €34 compared to roughly €93 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €58. The journey takes 6h 27m versus 4h 41m 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.
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 |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €16 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Riomaggiore buses for today, Friday, September 18. 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 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h30 | 3:25 AM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
054 · 060 | 11:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 7h35 | 6:35 AM La Spezia, Viale Italia c/o Chiosco delle Palme | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus | 12:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h55 | 7:05 AM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h25 | 2:55 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:55 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h00 | 3:55 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:25 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h35 | 6:00 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 6h25 | 7:10 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 1 transfer | |
206 | 1:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h55 | 8:45 PM La Spezia, Viale Italia c/o Chiosco delle Palme | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h15 | 1:05 AM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Rome to Riomaggiore run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:49. The fastest bus covers the 206 miles (332 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 206 miles (332 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:49 PM |
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Discover the best of Riomaggiore — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Riomaggiore trip today.
Visitor center with exhibits on Cinque Terre’s landscapes, villages, and protected heritage; useful first stop for context.
Interpretive room highlighting the Via dell’Amore and the history of paths linking Cinque Terre villages.
Small local exhibition space that hosts rotating art shows and cultural displays connected to village life and Ligurian identity.
Famous cliffside path linking Riomaggiore and Manarola; beloved for sea views and romantic Cinque Terre scenery.
Main street of Riomaggiore, lined with tall colorful houses, shops, and everyday village life.
The compact harbor area is the village’s postcard view, ideal for photos, boat watching, and sunset atmosphere.
Anchovies from the Cinque Terre, often marinated with lemon or salted. A classic Ligurian seafood specialty tied to the local fishing tradition.
Thin chickpea flour pancake baked until crisp outside and soft inside. A beloved Ligurian street food eaten plain or with black pepper.
Ligurian flatbread traditionally topped with onions, olives, or herbs. It is a daily staple across the region and popular as a snack or light meal.
Refined seafood-focused dining with tasting menus and local wines. Elegant setting suited to a special meal in Riomaggiore.
Popular casual spot for fresh seafood cones, fried fish, and anchovy dishes. Ideal for a quick local meal near the waterfront.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving Ligurian seafood, pasta, and local wine. Casual atmosphere with a long-standing reputation.
Moderate to expensive for Italy: lodging rises in season, meals cost more than inland towns, and Cinque Terre train fares add up.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change for cafes; taxis are usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Riomaggiore 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 Riomaggiore, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Riomaggiore buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to La Spezia, Via Giosuè Carducci station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Riomaggiore 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.
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