How to travel from Rome to Trapani

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Compare bus, flight, and ferry for Rome to Trapani

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rome to Trapani among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $65 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $65, while a flight costs an average of $81.

Distance: 267 miles (431 km)

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$74

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$83

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15h 3m

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14h 33m

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14h 6m

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10h 53m

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The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Trapani is a ferry with an average price of $65.

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

A ferry is $9 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Trapani costing on average $74.

A ferry is $16 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Trapani costing on average $81.

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Trapani is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 12m.

Other travel options to Trapani take longer:

Bus takes on average 15h 3m.

Ferry takes on average 15h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rome and Trapani including taking a bus, flight, and ferry.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Rome to Trapani 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 $74 compared to roughly $83 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9. The journey takes 14h 33m versus 10h 53m 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 Trapani

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:30 PM21h30
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    9:00 PMTrapani, Piazzale Papa Giovanni Paolo II
    $651One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:30 PM21h30
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    9:00 PMTrapani, Piazzale Papa Giovanni Paolo II
    $651One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SalemiS201
    8:00 PM13h30
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    9:30 AMTrapani, Piazzale Papa Giovanni Paolo II
    $771One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:20 AM19h40
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    9:00 PMTrapani, Piazzale Papa Giovanni Paolo II
    $701One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Rome to Trapani

Travel to Trapani 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 Trapani.

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There are 3 options to travel between Rome and Trapani including taking a bus, flight, and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Trapani is a ferry with an average price of $65.

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

A ferry is $9 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Trapani costing on average $74.

A ferry is $16 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Trapani costing on average $81.

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Trapani is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 12m.

Other travel options to Trapani take longer:

Bus takes on average 15h 3m.

Ferry takes on average 15h 6m.

The distance from Rome to Trapani is approximately 267 miles (431 km).
The average frequency per day from Rome to Trapani is:
  • Around 3 buses per day.
  • Around 1 flights per day.
  • Around 1 ferries per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Rome to Trapani:
  • Flights mostly depart from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and arrive in Trapani Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arrive in Trapani, Piazzale Papa Giovanni Paolo II.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Civitavecchia and arrive in Port of Palermo Termini Imerese.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rome to Trapani, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Autoservizi Salemi, Salemi, FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi Srl to go to Trapani by bus.
  • Travel with Gnv to go to Trapani by ferry.
  • Travel with Malta Air, ITA, Ryanair to go to Trapani by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rome to Trapani with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Autoservizi Salemi, Salemi, Autoservizi Salemi Srl.
  • 1 direct ferries per day with Gnv.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air, ITA, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Rome to Trapani often also extend their vacation to go to Palermo, Marsala, Palermo Airport, San Vito Lo Capo, Favignana. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Trapani and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Trapani to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Trapani, you can discover the Egadi Islands with a boat trip to enjoy crystal-clear waters and beautiful beaches. Stroll through the Old Town to explore charming streets filled with shops, cafes, and historical sites. Visit the Salt Pans of Trapani to learn about traditional salt production. Attend a Sicilian cooking class to make traditional dishes with local ingredients, and experience Trapani's vibrant culture at a local festival. For sightseeing, check out the Cattedrale di San Lorenzo with its Baroque architecture, Torre di Ligny for panoramic views, the nature reserve Saline di Trapani e Paceco, Museo Regionale Conte Agostino Pepoli for Sicilian art, and the medieval hilltop town of Erice.
Three days in Trapani are generally sufficient to explore the historic center, visit the nearby salt pans, and take a trip to the Egadi Islands.
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