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Vatican Museums
A vast complex of papal collections including classical sculpture, Renaissance masterpieces, the Raphael Rooms, and access to the Sistine Chapel. One of Rome’s most important art visits and often best
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santa Marinella to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Marinella to Rome will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 2 buses that leave Santa Marinella for Rome on Mon, May 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct buses cover the 54 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest buses will take 50 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Marinella to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $14.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$14 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
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 Santa Marinella to Rome:
A train is $8 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santa Marinella to Rome costing on average $14 (€11).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 1m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Cotral S.p.A. | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 12:52AM | Duration 18h32 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cotral S.p.A. | Departure Time 07:01PM | Arrival Time 02:04AM | Duration 7h03 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
The table below shows live departures for Santa Marinella to Rome buses for tomorrow, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:00 AM Santa Marinella | 0h50 | 6:50 AM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 PM Santa Marinella | 0h30 | 7:20 PM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Santa Marinella to Rome run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 38m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
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A vast complex of papal collections including classical sculpture, Renaissance masterpieces, the Raphael Rooms, and access to the Sistine Chapel. One of Rome’s most important art visits and often best
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The world’s oldest public museums, displaying Roman bronzes, ancient inscriptions, imperial sculpture, and excellent views over the Roman Forum from Capitoline Hill.
A grand baroque square with Bernini’s Fountain of the Four Rivers, elegant facades, and constant street life. One of Rome’s classic strolling areas.
A lively neighborhood of narrow lanes, ivy-covered buildings, and popular evening atmosphere. Very popular for wandering and photography, especially after sunset.
A famous monumental staircase linking Piazza di Spagna with Trinità dei Monti. A classic meeting point and one of the city’s most photographed urban scenes.
A classic Roman pasta made with pecorino romano and black pepper. It is one of the city’s most iconic dishes for its simplicity and bold flavor.
Traditional Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, pecorino romano, and black pepper. It is a defining dish of Rome and is traditionally made without cream.
A beloved pasta sauce of tomato, guanciale, and pecorino romano, usually served with bucatini. It is a cornerstone of Roman trattoria cooking.
Rome’s best-known luxury dining destination, offering fine dining, panoramic views, and an acclaimed tasting-menu experience by Heinz Beck.
A historic restaurant near the Pantheon celebrated for careful Roman cooking, including gricia, oxtail, and seasonal specialties, in a polished traditional space.
A famous central Rome dining room and delicatessen known for Roman pasta, cured meats, cheeses, and an exceptional wine list in a lively upscale setting.
Moderate by Western Europe standards: sights and central hotels cost more, while casual dining and transit stay reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxis.
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