How to travel from Bucharest to Rome

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Compare bus and flight for Bucharest to Rome

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bucharest to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $166 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 8h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $166, while a flight costs an average of $851.

Distance: 707 miles (1139 km)

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$851

Average price

$166

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$499

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8h 19m

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6h 19m

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2h 0m

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35h 2m

Average total duration

34h 32m

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Lot Polish Airlines

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The cheapest way to travel from Bucharest to Rome is a bus with an average price of $166.

This is compared to other travel options from Bucharest to Rome:

A bus is $685 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bucharest to Rome costing on average $851.

The fastest way to travel from Bucharest to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 8h 19m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Bus takes on average 35h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bucharest and Rome including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Bucharest to Rome among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 13h 41m sooner (6h 19m by flight vs 20h 0m by car). Tickets start at around $851 compared to roughly $499 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Bucharest to Rome

How to get from Bucharest to Rome by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Bucharest to Rome is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:30 PM41h15
    București, Autogara Militari
    2:45 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    $2211One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:30 PM41h15
    București, Autogara Militari
    2:45 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    $2211One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Turkish AirlinesTK1044 · TK1865
    9:30 AM5h40
    Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    2:10 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $9981One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:00 PM42h10
    București, Autogara Militari
    6:10 AMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    $2221One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:30 PM44h20
    București, Autogara Militari
    5:50 PMRoma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
    $2401One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:30 PM45h35
    București, Autogara Militari
    3:05 PMRoma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
    $2411One-way
    2 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO646 · LO301
    6:30 PM16h15
    Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    9:45 AMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $2251One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO642 · LO301
    2:35 PM20h10
    Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    9:45 AMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $2251One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO646 · LO303
    6:30 PM24h35
    Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
    6:05 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $2251One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bucharest to Rome

Travel to Rome easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bucharest to Rome.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Bucharest and Rome including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bucharest to Rome is a bus with an average price of $166.

This is compared to other travel options from Bucharest to Rome:

A bus is $685 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bucharest to Rome costing on average $851.

The fastest way to travel from Bucharest to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 8h 19m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Bus takes on average 35h 2m.

The distance from Bucharest to Rome is approximately 707 miles (1139 km).
The average frequency per day from Bucharest to Rome is:
  • Around 40 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bucharest and Rome as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bucharest to Rome:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport and arrive in Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from București, Autogara Militari and arrive in Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bucharest to Rome, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, Tarsin to go to Rome by bus.
  • Travel with Malta Air, Aeroitalia, tarom, Lufthansa, Lot Polish Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Hello Jets, Brussels Airlines, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, Iberia, Pegasus, Swiss, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Serbia, Turkish Airlines, ITA to go to Rome by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bucharest to Rome:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Aeroitalia, tarom, Hello Jets.
Omio customers who travel from Bucharest to Rome often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Naples, Milan, Venice, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rome and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rome to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Rome, explore Trastevere's charming streets and nightlife, stroll through Villa Borghese's parks and museums, enjoy gelato at the lively Piazza Navona, and visit the Spanish Steps for views and people-watching. Discover the ancient Catacombs with guided tours, and don't miss the best sights: the iconic Colosseum, the art-filled Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel, the ruins of the Roman Forum, the well-preserved Pantheon, and the famous Trevi Fountain where you can toss a coin for good luck.
To experience Rome's main attractions, a stay of 3 to 4 days is generally recommended, allowing time to visit landmarks like the Colosseum, Vatican City, and explore local neighborhoods.
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