How to travel from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo

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Compare bus and train for Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 40m. 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 €34, while a train costs an average of €44.

Distance: 167 miles (269 km)

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€34

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€94

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6h 48m

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3h 54m

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Compare ways to travel from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo

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

The cheapest way to travel from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo is a bus with an average price of €34.

This is compared to other travel options from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo:

A bus is €11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo costing on average €44.

The fastest way to travel from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo is by train with an average journey time of 4h 40m.

Other travel options to San Giovanni Rotondo take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 48m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Rome and San Giovanni Rotondo including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €34 compared to roughly €94 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €60. The journey takes 6h 18m versus 3h 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo

How to get from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo by train, bus or flight.

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

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FAQs: Travel from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo

Travel to San Giovanni Rotondo 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 San Giovanni Rotondo.

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There are 2 options to travel between Rome and San Giovanni Rotondo including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo is a bus with an average price of €34.

This is compared to other travel options from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo:

A bus is €11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo costing on average €44.

The fastest way to travel from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo is by train with an average journey time of 4h 40m.

Other travel options to San Giovanni Rotondo take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 48m.

The distance from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo is approximately 167 miles (269 km).
The average frequency per day from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo is:
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rome and San Giovanni Rotondo 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 San Giovanni Rotondo:
  • Flights mostly depart from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and arrive in Bari Palese Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Rome Termini and arrive in Foggia station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arrive in San Giovanni Rotondo, Piazza Forgione.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Italo, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte to go to San Giovanni Rotondo by train.
  • Travel with Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Ferrovie del Gargano, Infobus to go to San Giovanni Rotondo by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct trains per day with Italo.
  • 4 direct buses per day with Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Infobus.
Omio customers who travel from Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo often also extend their vacation to go to Bari, Foggia, Naples, Rome Termini, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between San Giovanni Rotondo and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in San Giovanni Rotondo to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In San Giovanni Rotondo, you can visit the Sanctuary of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina, a major pilgrimage site, and the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, known for its connection to Padre Pio. Explore the Via Crucis Monumentale, featuring life-sized bronze Stations of the Cross, and admire the architecture of the Padre Pio Pilgrimage Church by Renzo Piano. Learn more about Padre Pio at the Museo delle Cere di Padre Pio. Enjoy the local markets for authentic Italian goods, walk in the Parco Nazionale del Gargano, try traditional Apulian cuisine at local cafes, and attend a festival to experience local culture.
Two to three days are typically sufficient to explore San Giovanni Rotondo, allowing time to visit the Sanctuary of Padre Pio, the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, and enjoy the local culture and cuisine.
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