The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome to Roccella Ionica
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
8 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
518 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Roccella Ionica is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Roccella Ionica will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 2 buses that leave Rome for Roccella Ionica on Tue, Jun 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 518 km distance in an average of 8 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 9 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.
2:40 PM9h00Rome11:40 PMRoccella Piazza Dogana$371One-way0 transfers
10:30 PM8h10Rome6:40 AMRoccella Piazza Dogana$371One-way0 transfers
10:30 PM8h10Rome6:40 AMRoccella Piazza Dogana$371One-way0 transfers
2:40 PM9h00Rome11:40 PMRoccella Piazza Dogana$371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rome to Roccella Ionica
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Roccella Ionica among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a train costs an average of $53.
Distance: 321 miles (518 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $79 Average price | $65 Average price | $163 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 51m Average total duration 9h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Roccella Ionica:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Roccella Ionica costing on average $65 (€53).
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Roccella Ionica costing on average $79 (€64).
Other travel options to Roccella Ionica take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 54m.
Train takes on average 9h 21m.
Tickets start at around $37 (€30) compared to roughly $163 (€132) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $126 (€102). The journey takes 6h 54m versus 6h 43m 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 BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Federico.
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.
Rome to Roccella Ionica Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Autolinee Federico | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Autolinee Federico | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Live departures
Rome to Roccella Ionica bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Roccella Ionica buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:40 PM Rome | 9h00 | 11:40 PM Roccella Piazza Dogana | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 PM Rome | 8h10 | 6:40 AM Roccella Piazza Dogana | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Roccella Ionica
Buses from Rome to Roccella Ionica run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:20, the last at 23:49. The fastest bus covers the 321 miles (518 km) distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 321 miles (518 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 6:20 AM |
Last bus 11:49 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Federico from Rome to Roccella IonicaYou can travel by bus between Rome to Roccella Ionica with BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Federico for as low as $37 (€30). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Autolinee Federico
FAQs: Bus from Rome to Roccella Ionica
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Roccella Ionica 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 Roccella Ionica, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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