The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
$140
Average price
$176
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 10 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 43 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
1268 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Rotterdam will cost around $176 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $140.
It's difficult to get from Rome to Rotterdam without transferring at least once.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Rome to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.3 - 3.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $457.
Distance: 787 miles (1268 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$148 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $457 Average price |
26h 50m Average total duration 26h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 12m Average total duration 21h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.3 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.8 - 7.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Rome to Rotterdam Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 29h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 27h50 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 37h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 27h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 29h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 30h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 27h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 32h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 31h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 26h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $140 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 32h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $141 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 31h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $170 |
Operator Regiojet | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 47h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $166 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 32h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 27h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $141 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 31h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 37h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 28h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $229 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 34h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $213 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 33h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $184 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 31h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 35h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $119 |
Live departures
Rome to Rotterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Rotterdam buses for today, Friday, February 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:35 PM Rome | 35h20 | 9:55 AM Rotterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 33h00 | 8:10 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 29h20 | 4:30 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 26h10 | 11:20 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 26h55 | 12:05 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 AM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 28h00 | 2:10 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 AM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 27h15 | 1:25 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 AM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 30h50 | 5:40 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 26h15 | 1:25 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 27h00 | 2:10 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 32h20 | 7:40 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 AM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 31h55 | 7:40 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 31h40 | 7:45 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 31h05 | 7:10 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2 transfers | |
4788 · 1663 | 2:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 27h35 | 5:55 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 31h00 | 11:00 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 30h35 | 11:00 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 36h05 | 4:30 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 28h15 | 11:15 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 31h50 | 5:45 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 32h15 | 6:10 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2 transfers | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus, Autoservizi Salemi Srl or Itabus to find the best option for your trip from Rome to Rotterdam.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus, Autoservizi Salemi Srl or Itabus to find the best option for your trip from Rome to Rotterdam.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Rome to Rotterdam.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Rotterdam
Buses from Rome to Rotterdam run on average 13 times per day, taking around 26h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $92 (€73) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 787 miles (1268 km) distance in 26h 45m.
Distance 787 miles (1268 km) |
Average bus duration 26h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€73) |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 26h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Autoservizi Salemi Srl, Itabus from Rome to RotterdamYou can travel by bus between Rome to Rotterdam with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Autoservizi Salemi Srl, Itabus for as low as $21 (€17). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rome to Rotterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Erasmus Bridge, an iconic cable-stayed bridge known for its unique design and panoramic views of the city
- Markthal, a modern architectural marvel housing a vibrant food market and residential apartments
- Cube Houses, a set of innovative, tilted cube-shaped homes designed by architect Piet Blom
- Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, a renowned art museum featuring works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art
- Euromast, a towering observation tower offering sweeping views of Rotterdam and beyond.
- Rotterdam Zoo, a renowned zoo featuring diverse animal exhibits and a focus on conservation and education
- Spido Harbor Tour, an exciting boat tour offering a unique perspective of Rotterdam's bustling port and skyline
- Delfshaven, a historic neighborhood with charming canals, quaint shops, and a rich maritime history
- Witte de Withstraat, a vibrant street known for its eclectic mix of art galleries, trendy bars, and restaurants
- Kralingse Bos, a beautiful park perfect for outdoor activities like walking, cycling, and picnicking.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Rome to Rotterdam
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Centraal (in the station)
- Dutch Delights (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 33, 38, 44 Metro: D, E Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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