How to travel from Lucca to Rome

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lucca to Rome

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucca to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 9m. 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 $32, while a flight costs an average of $574.

Distance: 167 miles (270 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Lucca to Rome

Compare the available ways to get from Lucca to Rome, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Lucca to Rome is a bus with an average price of $32.

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

A bus is $9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucca to Rome costing on average $41.

A bus is $543 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucca to Rome costing on average $574.

The fastest way to travel from Lucca to Rome is by train with an average journey time of 4h 9m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 30m.

Bus takes on average 5h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lucca and Rome including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lucca to Rome among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 9m faster (3h 39m by train vs 3h 48m by car) and roughly $61 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($41 vs $101). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Lucca to Rome

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

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

  • Marino Autolinee207
    0 transfers

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  • Marino Autolinee207
    0 transfers

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  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 18659+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9301
    1 transfer

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  • RegionaleRegionale 18566 · Regionale Veloce 4131
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale 18586 · Regionale Veloce 4137
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale 18492 · Regionale Veloce 4135
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lucca to Rome

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There are 3 options to travel between Lucca and Rome including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lucca to Rome is a bus with an average price of $32.

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

A bus is $9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucca to Rome costing on average $41.

A bus is $543 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucca to Rome costing on average $574.

The fastest way to travel from Lucca to Rome is by train with an average journey time of 4h 9m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 30m.

Bus takes on average 5h 9m.

The distance from Lucca to Rome is approximately 167 miles (270 km).
The average frequency per day from Lucca to Rome is:
  • Around 88 trains per day.
  • Around 13 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lucca to Rome:
  • Flights mostly depart from Florence Peretola Airport and arrive in Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lucca station and arrive in Rome Termini.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara and arrive in Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lucca to Rome, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte, Frecciabianca to go to Rome by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus to go to Rome by bus.
  • Travel with ITA to go to Rome by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Lucca to Rome with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus.
  • 4 direct flights per day with ITA.
Omio customers who travel from Lucca 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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