How to travel from Rome to Lake Bolsena

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Compare bus and train for Rome to Lake Bolsena

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Lake Bolsena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $12 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, while a bus costs an average of $20.

Distance: 57 miles (93 km)

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$12

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$20

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$32

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2h 3m

Average total duration

1h 33m

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1h 59m

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1h 29m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Lake Bolsena is a train with an average price of $12 (€10).

This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Lake Bolsena:

A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Lake Bolsena costing on average $20 (€16).

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Lake Bolsena is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 59m.

Other travel options to Lake Bolsena take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Rome and Lake Bolsena including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Rome to Lake Bolsena among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 25m faster (1h 33m by train vs 1h 58m by car) and roughly $20 (€16) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($12 (€10) vs $32 (€26)). 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 Rome to Lake Bolsena

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

Our recommendation

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

  • RegionaleRegionale 4534
    7:11 PM1h27
    Rome Termini
    8:38 PMMontefiascone station
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RegionaleRegionale 4534
    7:11 PM1h27
    Rome Termini
    8:38 PMMontefiascone station
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • IntercityIntercity 590
    12:43 PM1h00
    Rome Tiburtina
    1:43 PMOrvieto station
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4730 · Regionale 4526
    2:20 PM1h40
    Rome Termini
    4:00 PMMontefiascone station
    $81One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale 4530
    5:27 PM2h06
    Rome Termini
    7:33 PMMontefiascone station
    $81One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4098 · Autobus RM208
    8:34 AM2h16
    Rome Tiburtina
    10:50 AMMontefiascone station
    $81One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4160 · Autobus RM206
    9:17 PM1h53
    Rome Termini
    11:10 PMMontefiascone station
    $81One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:20 PM1h25
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    10:45 PMOrvieto Scalo, Stazione
    $191One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Rome to Lake Bolsena

Travel to Lake Bolsena 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 Rome to Lake Bolsena.

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There are 2 options to travel between Rome and Lake Bolsena including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Lake Bolsena is a train with an average price of $12 (€10).

This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Lake Bolsena:

A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Lake Bolsena costing on average $20 (€16).

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Lake Bolsena is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 59m.

Other travel options to Lake Bolsena take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 3m.

The distance from Rome to Lake Bolsena is approximately 57 miles (93 km).
The average frequency per day from Rome to Lake Bolsena is:
  • Around 33 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Rome to Lake Bolsena:
  • Trains mostly depart from Rome Termini and arrive in Orvieto station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arrive in Orvieto Scalo, Stazione.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rome to Lake Bolsena, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lake Bolsena by bus.
  • Travel with Frecciarossa, Intercity, Regionale, Intercity Notte to go to Lake Bolsena by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rome to Lake Bolsena with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 16 direct trains per day with Intercity, Regionale, Intercity Notte.
Omio customers who travel from Rome to Lake Bolsena often also extend their vacation to go to Orvieto, Rome Termini, Viterbo, Montefiascone, Florence. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lake Bolsena and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lake Bolsena to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully enjoy Lake Bolsena, including its natural beauty, historical sites, and local cuisine, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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