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Museo Archeologico Provinciale di Salerno
Provincial archaeology museum with finds from Etruscan, Greek, and Roman sites. A strong choice for understanding the wider Salerno area.
Cheapest price on Aug 29
$10
Average ticket price on Aug 29
$16
Fastest journey on Aug 29
3 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
3 h 35 m
Buses on Aug 29
22
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Salerno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Salerno will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 22 buses from Rome to Salerno, including 21 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct buses cover the 234 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Salerno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $13 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, while a flight costs an average of $137.
Distance: 145 miles (234 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price | $137 Average price |
3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Salerno:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Salerno costing on average $23 (€19).
A bus is $124 (€100) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Salerno costing on average $137 (€111).
Other travel options to Salerno take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 47m.
Bus takes on average 3h 23m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Salerno buses for tomorrow, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 1:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h20 | 4:40 AM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h35 | 6:20 AM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
055 | 4:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h50 | 8:20 AM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
2413 | 4:35 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h50 | 8:25 AM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h45 | 9:30 AM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
1801 | 6:05 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h45 | 9:50 AM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
3505 | 6:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h05 | 10:15 AM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
3897 | 7:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h10 | 11:20 AM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h45 | 11:00 AM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h00 | 12:55 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
3887 | 9:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h45 | 12:45 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h45 | 1:15 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
1201 | 11:15 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h45 | 3:00 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 4h10 | 4:35 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h40 | 4:10 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h00 | 6:00 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 4h05 | 7:20 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h45 | 8:45 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
4181 | 6:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h45 | 10:00 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h40 | 10:10 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h40 | 11:10 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h20 | 2:20 AM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Rome to Salerno run on average 26 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 145 miles (234 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 145 miles (234 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:56 PM |
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Discover the best of Salerno — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Salerno trip today.
Provincial archaeology museum with finds from Etruscan, Greek, and Roman sites. A strong choice for understanding the wider Salerno area.
Museum devoted to Roberto Papi's collection of medical instruments. It reflects Salerno's celebrated medieval school of medicine.
Compact diocesan museum preserving sacred art, manuscripts, and liturgical objects linked to the cathedral and local religious history.
Seafront promenade lined with palms and benches, ideal for walking, sea views, and feeling everyday Salerno life at sunset.
The medieval old town's main pedestrian street, filled with historic buildings, shops, and easy access to many major sights.
Lively central pedestrian axis joining station and old town. Good for shopping, architecture, and understanding the modern city center.
Fresh anchovies from the Amalfi-Salerno coast, often marinated or fried. They are a staple of local seafood cooking and prized for their intense, clean flavor.
Handmade pasta from nearby Minori served with a slow-cooked beef and tomato ragù. It is a classic Sunday and festive dish in the Salerno area.
Thick spaghetti with clams, garlic, olive oil, and parsley. A beloved coastal Campanian dish, especially good in Salerno for its very fresh shellfish.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining focused on refined Campanian seafood and seasonal tasting menus in a polished setting near the waterfront.
Popular pizzeria and casual restaurant known for quality Neapolitan-style pizza, local ingredients, and a lively, reliable atmosphere.
Historic, well-known seafood restaurant in the old town, appreciated for classic local fish dishes and a traditional Salerno atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: lodging rises in peak season, but pizza, cafes, and local transit stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service may be included via coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Taxis are usually rounded up; small change at cafes is optional.
If you're looking to journey from Rome to Salerno by bus, you can expect an average of 15 buses running the route on any weekday and 10 buses on weekends. Therefore, weekly bus trips can total approximately 95 buses. Your voyage to Salerno from Rome will generally be direct, requiring no stopover along the way. The average time you'll spend on the road can be anywhere between 2h 55min and 3h 50min. Once you arrive at Salerno, there are a surfeit of things to do, including touring the breathtaking Salerno Cathedral, visiting the monumental structure Castello di Arechi, or taking a walk at the historic town center, Rione Duomo district.
Buses from Rome to Salerno often take an average of between 2h 55min and 3h 50min to connect people traveling between the two cities. This course is generally direct, and so it doesn't require any bus changes along the way.
About 15 buses travel from Rome to Salerno each day, leaving at a frequency of 2-3 buses per hour. Weekend voyages are slightly lower, standing at approximately 10 daily buses, while the total weekly frequency amounts to around 95 buses. The first bus daily usually departs at 4:45 a.m., while the last one generally leaves past 8:00 p.m. However, these voyages are popular during the summer season. When winter arrives, you might have to wait longer for the first bus that leaves at around 9:00 a.m., and daily buses that operate this route might be slightly lower by three.
Departure bus station: Roma Tiburtina bus station is the departure location for buses that leave Rome for Salerno. The bus station lies 2.7 miles (3.9 km) away from Rome's city center, a distance you can easily cover in 6min via subway or 5min by taxi. If you don't mind a workout, walking to the bus station will take approximately 36min. Various facilities are available at the station, including free Wi-Fi, public restrooms, and SOS columns. Disabled people can also acquire assistance services, and there are parking spaces specifically reserved for pregnant women and people with disabilities.
Arrival bus station: The arrival bus stop for buses from Rome to Salerno will be either Piazza Montpellier or Cavaliero. Nestled 1 mile (2 km) from Salerno's city center, the Piazza Montpellier bus stop isn't particularly far from the central business district. You can speedily get to the city center in less than 5min aboard a taxi or 20min if you choose to walk. On the other hand, Cavaliero bus stop is only 0.1 miles (0.2 km) from Central Salerno, a 3min walk and 2min drive.
Traveling from Rome to Salerno by bus is possible aboard various bus companies, including MarinoBus, TTI Leonettibus, and Express Bus. Of the three, Express Bus will get you to your destination in the shortest time, approximately 2h 55min. TTI Leonettibus is slower than Express Bus but a bit faster than MarinoBus. Although the slowest, MarinoBus is the bus company that usually dispatches its buses at the crack of dawn (the first bus of the day).
MarinoBus usually runs one journey on this trip each day, and the weekly frequency is approximately seven Rome to Salerno buses. Generally, the journey is direct, so you won't have to make a stopover to change buses. If you're looking to catch the first bus ride of the day aboard a MarinoBus, your journey might last 3h 50min as long as there's no traffic en route. This course will always originate from Roma Tiburtina and end at Piazza Montpellier bus station. The company's weekday and weekend schedules are almost always similar.
TTI Leonettibus offers approximately 10 daily bus voyages, meaning that the average weekly frequency is 70 buses from Rome to Salerno. You will not need to transfer buses on this course as the buses connecting the cities are direct. Generally, the voyage time aboard a TTI bus will range between 3h 00min and 3h 15min. Your journey will always begin at Roma Tiburtina station, and it can either end at Piazza Montpellier or Cavaliero. Weekday and weekend schedules are usually similar.
There are about two Express Buses that serve the Rome to Salerno route daily, and the average weekly frequency is 10 bus trips. These buses usually take an approximate journey time between 2h 55min and 3h 00min, recording the lowest trip time compared to the other buses that serve this course. Express Buses that go this route do not make stopovers along the way, so you will not need to transfer or take connecting buses. Worth noting is that you might not get any Express Bus during the weekend, and so you should consider booking a weekday bus for the company.
MarinoBus vehicles have free Wi-Fi on board, hi-fi stereo, reclining seats, and air conditioning for your convenience. The company's luggage policy lets you travel with two bags, but it will be in your best interest to make sure your bus has a storage space and to reserve a spot for your large suitcase or bag beforehand. You can also carry along one hand luggage (backpack) with you when you board your bus. If you plan on journeying with your furry companion, MarinoBus has a flexible pet policy. It is possible to travel with your live pet weighing a maximum of 22 pounds (10 kg), provided you make a reservation (at the cost of 40% discounted pet rate) and place it in a special carrier on the ground next to your seat. The exception to the pet rule is a guide dog for a blind passenger that does not need to fulfill any conditions. TTI Leonettibus lets you journey with a suitcase or parcel (should have your name and surname) that doesn't exceed 44 pounds (20 kg) and one piece of hand luggage, at no extra cost. However, you might have to part with a small fee if you bring extra baggage. The company also allows passengers to travel with small pets that must be in their carriers at all times. If you're traveling by Express Bus, the bus policy limits luggage transportation to a single suitcase or a parcel that weighs not more than 44 pounds (22 kg). You can also carry with you a shoulder bag and place it in the overhead compartment. Baggage rates are free for one suitcase (ought to have your name), while extra luggage will attract a small fee. Express Bus also has a friendly pet policy whereby you can go on your voyage with your small four-legged friend in a pet carrier. If you are disabled and require specific needs, you can request services when you're booking your ticket.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Salerno 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 Salerno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Salerno buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Salerno, Piazza della Concordia station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Salerno 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.
Roma, Via Marsala / Viale Enrico De Nicola is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma, Via Marsala / Viale Enrico De Nicola has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria della Stazione (in the station), Trattoria Marsala (0.2 km), Pizzeria Enrico (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance of the station.
Ticket office support is available at Roma, Via Marsala / Viale Enrico De Nicola.
Available at Roma, Via Marsala / Viale Enrico De Nicola: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma, Via Marsala / Viale Enrico De Nicola: Elevators, ramps.
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