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Vatican Museums
World-famous papal museums with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical collections.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Venice to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Rome will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
On Sun, Nov 15, we found 30 buses from Venice to Rome, including 11 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 15 the direct buses cover the 394 km distance in an average of 7 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
On Sun, Nov 15 the slowest buses will take 7 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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Buses from Venice to Rome run on average 29 times per day, taking around 7h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by train.
There are 18 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 244 miles (394 km) distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 244 miles (394 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 6h 10m |
First bus 12:02 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Venice to Rome.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Rome buses for today, Saturday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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2771 | 9:30 PM Venezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover) | 7h35 | 5:05 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2701 | 10:50 PM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 7h40 | 6:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2701 | 11:15 PM Venezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover) | 7h15 | 6:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 6h40 | 6:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 6h20 | 6:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 8h50 | 9:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 8h30 | 9:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 8h55 | 3:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 7h40 | 1:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 8h35 | 3:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:50 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 7h55 | 2:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2723 | 8:45 AM Venezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover) | 7h50 | 4:35 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 8h35 | 5:50 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 8h15 | 5:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 8h15 | 5:50 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 7h55 | 5:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 8h20 | 6:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 8h00 | 6:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:50 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 8h45 | 8:35 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2797 | 11:55 AM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 7h45 | 7:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 8h25 | 8:35 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2797 | 12:25 PM Venezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover) | 7h15 | 7:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 10h05 | 11:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 9h45 | 11:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 9h40 | 11:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 9h20 | 11:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:55 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 12h05 | 5:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 11h45 | 5:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
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World-famous papal museums with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical collections.
Outstanding ancient sculpture and mosaic museum housed in the Palazzo dei Conservatori and Palazzo Nuovo.
Celebrated villa museum with Bernini sculptures, Caravaggio paintings, and refined garden setting.
Elegant Baroque square with Bernini's fountains, lively atmosphere, and superb people-watching.
Historic square and gathering place at the Spanish Steps, ideal for classic city views and strolls.
Charming cobbled neighborhood filled with ivy-clad lanes, churches, nightlife, and local character.
Classic Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. A city icon known for rich flavor without cream.
Roman pasta with guanciale, tomato, and Pecorino Romano. A traditional Lazio staple tied to shepherd cooking and bold savory flavor.
Pasta with guanciale, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. Considered one of Rome's oldest pasta dishes and prized for its simplicity.
Three-Michelin-star dining by Niko Romito at Bulgari Hotel Roma, offering refined Italian tasting menus in an elegant setting.
Historic trattoria in Testaccio known for classic Roman pasta and quinto quarto dishes in a lively, traditional setting.
Popular casual spot famed for Roman-style pizzas and fried starters. Bustling atmosphere and a long-standing local reputation.
Moderate for Europe: stays in central Rome are pricey, but transit is cheap and meals range from affordable pizza to costly tourist-area dining.
Service may be included via coperto or servizio. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants if service is good; round up in taxis; small change is fine at cafés.
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Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure trains travel 78 miles (125 km) in about 2 hours 30 minutes. Passengers have the freedom to choose any of the train providers available from Trenitalia, Regionale Veloce, Regionale, and Intercity. The trains offer direct, short, and regional routes to accommodate all travelers. Approximately 12 trains operate on any given day, allowing you to catch a ride every hour. Regularly, the trains arrive at the Santa Margherita Ligure station after leaving Milano Centrale station. You can compare and buy tickets in advance on the Omio website to enjoy discounts.
The earliest train to leave Milan leaves at around 5:10 am, with the last one at 8:10 pm. However, you can typically get a train every other hour throughout the day. Remember, daily departures depend on the type of train and even the day of travel. Connecting trains have different departure times because they must stop once or twice to allow travelers to alight and board. Direct trains, keep time so you can expect standard departure times. On any day, you’ll find an average of 12 trains with 8 from Trenitalia.
The journey depends on various factors. For example, connecting trains will take a little longer because of the one or more stops they make along the way. direct trains take a shorter time as they don’t stop until they reach the arrival station. The average travel time for trains Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure is 2 hours 30 minutes. But some Trenitalia trains take an average of 2 hours 52 minutes.


Departure train station:There are five departure stations in Milan, with Milano Central as the main station seconded by Milano Porta Garibaldi. The central station is 1 mile(2km) from the main center and is served by several public means. Take the short ride with tram line 1, bus lines 10, 5, n26, or metro lines M3 and M2. The stations offer wifi, a waiting area, restrooms, increased accessibility for commuters with movement difficulties, and luggage lockers.
Arrival train station: The arrival station is Santa Margherita Ligure, a couple of minutes to the center of the city. With a taxi or available public transport at the station, you can quickly get in and out of the city center. Enjoy amenities like bathroom facilities, a waiting area, security, a ticket office, among other essential facilities.
Passengers can find access to four trains from Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure. They are Regionale Veloce, Intercity, Trenitalia and Regionale, all high_speed trains. Trenitalia providers manage these trains. Regionale and Regionale Veloce are common regional trains, while Intercity trains offer regular services to long_distance travelers. Trenitalia trains offer night trains and connecting routes, accommodating all types of commuters.
Trenitalia operates most Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure trains. So, expect the trains to have a speed reaching up to 186 mph (300 kph). The trains are also high_speed with direct, connecting, night, and regional trains. The average frequency for these trains is 8 trains per day with an average travel duration of 2 hours and 52 minutes. Some onboard services include WIFI, barrier_free access, air conditioning, restrooms, and friendly cancellation and refund policies. You can also buy different ticket types to fit your marvel needs and budget.
Trenitalia trains also offer night trains. They’re cheaper but slower
Trains Milan Santa Margherita Ligure run on less than 30% of energy than other modes of transportation. In part, they don’t experience traffic or any kind of delay on the route, allowing them to make quick rides with less energy. Their favorable policies allow travelers to make fewer trips instead of short ones transporting different things. For example, you can conveniently travel with your luggage and pets simultaneously, usually for free or with minimal charge. On the contrary, flights have costly allowances for luggage, discouraging most travelers from carrying what they need. Also, now you can reduce the need to carry receipts and tickets. With online automated payments, you do your transactions online and get an e_ticket. Consequently, this makes trains one of the transportation modes to embrace sustainable technology for better practices.
All the trains operating this route are under Trenitalia; therefore, they have similar services and policies The trains don’t necessarily offer a first and second class. Instead, they have standard, premium, executive, and business classes. You can also choose from any of their three ticket types for these classes. Passengers can enjoy traveling with their luggage for free. The trains don’t offer any strict rules against the number of bags to carry. However, your luggage must fit in the compartments without blocking the staff and other passengers. You can also carry your bicycle with you at no extra charge, provided it’s foldable or can be dismantled to avoid awkward storage. Travel with your pet safely for free by carrying the right carriers for small animals and leashes for the large ones. However, be wary of morning regional trains as they don’t allow dogs on board. Large animals also attract a small fee when you buy a ticket for them. Groups of between 2_5 with a child under 15 years don’t have to buy extra tickets for the child. They can travel for free. Lastly, the trains also have been modified to allow easy access for passengers with disability. In fact, they even have a spot reserved for them as well as an office dedicated to their plight at the stations.
Cheap tickets for trains from Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure are easy to find. First, you have to book in advance when the trains have promotional tickets on sale. The offers are available as late as a week before departure. Another way to score cheap tickets is to buy them on holidays. Trains will sell them at discounted rates as a celebratory gesture. You can even buy a higher_class ticket at a standard price. Don’t forget about weekends; many tickets are cheaper than on weekdays. With the available ticket fares, you can easily save money whenever your travel plans change. No longer do you have to discard a ticket just to buy a new one. Instead, you can adjust your current ticket to fit your travel dates and time. The last option is to choose shorter journeys by boarding connecting trains. You’ll pay less for each trip, adding to a lesser total of the initial cost. However, only choose this option when you’re not in a rush as the trains can take longer. For more information you can check out the Omio Magazine


Santa Margherita Ligure is in the Ligurian Riviera of Levante. It is a wonderland with its crystal_clear seawater and proximity to Portofino. You should visit Villa Durres and spend some time relaxing in the beautiful garden of Villa Durazzo. You will enjoy the scent of the blossoming Jasmin, which puts you in a good mood, and as a bonus, you get to enjoy the view over the small harbor. At the foot of Villa Durazzo, you will catch sight of the castle, which dates back to 1550 AD. The fortress was built to defend the village against Saracens incursions_Arabs raided Rome. For the religious people, right in front of the castle, you will see the church of Capuchin Friars. A few meters ahead, you will see another church called St Erasmo church. Inside you will find many ancient models of clippers ships. Close by, you will find the third church, St. Giacomo Della Corte. There are some of the most jaw_breaking small beaches in the area. Paraggi is one of them; the scenery is just amazing. Unfortunately, it has mostly private beaches except for one which has beautiful golden sand. Niasca is another beach,

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice to Rome buses use the Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station pair, with some services arriving at Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina). Use this guide to compare Venice and Rome bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia is 7 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the departures area.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia.
Available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia: Elevators, ramps.
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.
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