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Cheap bus tickets from Rome to Padua
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Bus from Rome to Padua: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Rome to Padua. Travelling by bus from Rome to Padua usually takes around 6 hours and 36 minutes, but the fastest Itabus bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 11 minutes.
- Distance
- 244 mi (393 km)
- Shortest duration
- 6h 11m
- Cheapest price
- $17.37
- Trips per day
- 5
- Most frequent service
- Itabus
- Bus lines
- 2
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Rome to Padua Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from Rome to Padua:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Rome to Padua?
Bus tickets for a trip from Rome to Padua cost about $44 when you book at the cheapest time, 4 days ahead. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Rome to Padua by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Rome to Padua in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $41 to $52. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on November 10, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Padua this week, bus tickets are available starting at $41.
Average bus ticket prices from Rome to Padua by month
Taking the bus from Rome to Padua is usually cheapest in January, when the average ticket price is only $47. If you're planning to take the bus from Rome to Padua during November, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $72. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap bus tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.
What bus companies travel from Rome to Padua?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Rome to Padua that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Itabus usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.
Itabus is an Italian bus company servicing the whole peninsula, including major tourist hotspots like Rome, Trieste, and Catania. The company has both single and double-decker buses with clean, comfortable seats, complimentary WiFi, power outlets, washrooms, and air conditioning. Upgrade to a premium ticket for even larger seats and extendable armchairs.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rome to Padua
There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Rome to Padua every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 4 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Trips per day
5
Direct trips
4
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 36 minutes to cover the 393 kilometres from Rome to Padua. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 11 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
244
Distance (km)
393
The first bus leaves at 10:00 a.m. and the last bus leaves at 11:59 p.m. To see the times for all buses from Rome to Padua, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
10:00am
Latest bus
11:59pm
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Rome to Padua for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
Most crowded
Friday
Least crowded
Monday
City Information
Rome
Rome is a city rich in cultural heritage, as well as one of the most romantic destinations in Europe. To fully understand the city’s extraordinary history, visitors should take the time to visit the Capitoline Museums, where the collections include hundreds of sculptures as well as the Capitoline Wolf, the symbol of Rome itself. The famous Trevi’s Fountain is also on the must-see list of many travellers. Boasting an amazing baroque design with mythological motifs, the fountain is one of the most photogenic spots in the city, and it is located near the principal shopping area. If you wish to check out some of the city’s most iconic structures, head over to the Sistine Chapel, which houses the famous fresco by Michelangelo.
Rome is every foodie’s heaven. As you explore the city’s food scene, don’t hesitate to take the chance to try out a local specialty, artichokes. The best place to try these out is at Nonna Betta. For those who want to try the famous Roma coffee, Caffe Sant'Eustachio might be the right spot.
The principal train station in Rome is the Termini station. The main bus station is Roma Tiburtina. The city’s air services are fulfilled by three airports: Leonardo da Vinci International Airport, Rome Ciampino Airport, and Roma-Urbe, of which the Leonardo da Vinci International Airport is the largest.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Rome?
Main departure station: Largo Mazzoni Guido 3
Rome has two bus stations with service to Padua.
All bus stations in Rome:
- Largo Mazzoni Guido 3
- Largo Guido Mazzoni
Where does the bus arrive in Padua?
Main arrival station: Via Fra' Paolo Sarpi
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Padua.
All bus stations in Padua:
- Via Fra' Paolo Sarpi
- Viale della Pace
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