- Must visit
Vatican Museums
One of the world's great museum complexes, home to vast papal collections and the Sistine Chapel. A priority visit for art, history, and Renaissance masterpieces.
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
4 h 39 m
Average duration
4 h 51 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
362 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Scalea to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Scalea to Rome will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 4 buses that leave Scalea for Rome on Mon, Jul 13, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 13 the direct buses cover the 362 km distance in an average of 4 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 39 m .
On Mon, Jul 13 the slowest buses will take 5 h 19 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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13B
13C
1404
13C
13B
13A
1404Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Scalea to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $60.
Distance: 224 miles (362 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price | $149 Average price |
5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline |
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 Scalea to Rome:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Scalea to Rome costing on average $34 (€28).
A bus is $119 (€98) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Scalea to Rome costing on average $149 (€122).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 16m.
Bus takes on average 5h 14m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Busitalia | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 12:51AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 4h39 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:26AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 5h19 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:33AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 5h12 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
The table below shows live departures for Scalea to Rome buses for today, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
13A | 8:15 AM Lauria, SS653 (Nord) | 4h45 | 1:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
13B | 4:05 PM Lauria, SS653 (Nord) | 4h40 | 8:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, July 13 | |||||
13C | 12:51 AM Lauria, SS653 (Nord) | 4h39 | 5:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
1404 | 1:26 AM Lauria, A2 (Sergio Petroli) | 5h19 | 6:45 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Scalea to Rome run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 224 miles (362 km) distance in 4h 39m.
Distance 224 miles (362 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 39m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:56 PM |
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One of the world's great museum complexes, home to vast papal collections and the Sistine Chapel. A priority visit for art, history, and Renaissance masterpieces.
A superb villa museum with Bernini sculptures and major paintings by Caravaggio, Raphael, and Titian. Timed entry is essential due to limited capacity.
The city's historic civic museums on Capitoline Hill, known for classical sculpture, ancient Roman art, and excellent views over the Forum.
A lively Baroque square with monumental fountains, elegant facades, and one of the most recognizable urban spaces in Rome.
A famous stairway and gathering point linking Piazza di Spagna with Trinita dei Monti, especially popular for photos and central city strolls.
A beloved neighborhood of narrow lanes, ivy-covered buildings, and lively Roman atmosphere, ideal for wandering day or night.
Classic Roman pasta with pecorino romano and black pepper. Simple ingredients and technique make it one of the city’s signature dishes.
Iconic Roman pasta made with guanciale, egg yolk, pecorino romano, and black pepper. It is a defining specialty of Rome.
Traditional pasta sauce with tomato, guanciale, and pecorino. Though linked to Amatrice, it is firmly part of Roman trattoria cooking.
Rome’s landmark fine dining restaurant with panoramic views, renowned service, and high-end Italian cuisine for a special occasion.
Historic Roman restaurant near the Pantheon, known for classic dishes such as carbonara, amatriciana, and seasonal Roman specialties.
Established central Rome dining room famous for Roman pasta, cured meats, and an exceptional wine list. Lively and refined trattoria atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe. Sights and central hotels cost more, but food, coffee, and transit can be good value.
Service is often included or modest. Locals may round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes; 5-10% is appreciated at restaurants for good service, not obligatory. Round up taxis.
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