Cheap coach tickets from Bologna to Rome
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Coach from Bologna to Rome: Journey Information
There are 38 intercity coaches per day from Bologna to Rome. Travelling by coach from Bologna to Rome usually takes around 5 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest Itabus coach can make the trip in 3 hours and 40 minutes.
- Distance
- 188 mi (303 km)
- Shortest duration
- 3h 40m
- Cheapest price
- £5.78
- Trips per day
- 38
- Most frequent service
- FlixBus
- Coach lines
- 4
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Bologna to Rome Coach Timetable

There are several coach options that can take you from Bologna to Rome:
- Autoservizi Salemi: 1 daily coach from £18
- FlixBus: 23 daily coaches from £7
- Itabus: 13 daily coaches from £6
- Marino: 2 daily coaches from £18
How much is a coach ticket from Bologna to Rome?
Coach tickets for a trip from Bologna to Rome cost about £15 when you book at the cheapest time, 4 days ahead. Opting to take a coach is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from Bologna to Rome by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from Bologna to Rome in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £13 to £19. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 9 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Rome this week, coach tickets are available starting at £13.
Average coach ticket prices from Bologna to Rome by month
Taking the coach from Bologna to Rome is usually cheapest in January, when the average ticket price is only £13. If you're planning to take the coach from Bologna to Rome during April, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £22. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap coach tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.
What coach companies travel from Bologna to Rome?
There are 4 coach lines from Bologna to Rome available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 23 daily trips, FlixBus usually has the most coaches running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autoservizi Salemi | 1 | 5h 30m | £18.27 |
| FlixBus | 23 | 5h 26m | £15.44 |
| Itabus | 13 | 5h | £17.11 |
| Marino | 2 | 5h 5m | £29.67 |
Autoservizi Salemi is an Italian coach company that travels the length of the Italian peninsula daily. Some notable routes include stops in Milan, Florence, Bologna, Marsala, and Palermo. Their modern coaches have excellent amenities including air conditioning, power sockets, toilets, WiFi, and snacks and drinks for sale.
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity coach companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 23 trips from Bologna to Rome, and usually makes the trip in about 5 hours and 26 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as toilets, air conditioning, and power sockets.
Itabus is an Italian coach company servicing the whole peninsula, including major tourist hotspots like Rome, Trieste, and Catania. The company has both single and double-decker coaches with clean, comfortable seats, complimentary WiFi, power sockets, toilets, and air conditioning. Upgrade to a premium ticket for even larger seats and extendable armchairs.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Bologna to Rome
There are 38 scheduled coaches that travel from Bologna to Rome every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 35 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.
Trips per day
38
Direct trips
35
The coach takes an average of 5 hours and 16 minutes to cover the 188 miles from Bologna to Rome. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours and 40 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
188
Distance (km)
303
The first coach leaves at 0:15 and the last coach leaves at 23:54. To see the times for all coaches from Bologna to Rome, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
12:15am
Latest coach
11:54pm
Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travellers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Rome. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, travelling mid-week is your best bet.
Most crowded
Saturday
Least crowded
Wednesday
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 coach 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 coach leave from in Bologna?
Main departure station: Piazza XX Settembre 6
Coaches to Rome leave from 3 stations in Bologna.
All coach stations in Bologna:
- Piazza XX Settembre 6
- Bus Stop
- Bus Stop
Where does the coach arrive in Rome?
Main arrival station: Largo Guido Mazzoni

Rome's main long-distance coach station, known as Autostazione Tiburtina, is located on Largo Guido Mazzoni in the northeast of the city. The modern, state-of-the-art facility has several small food outlets, toilets, and left luggage facilities. Coach companies like FlixBus and RegioJet operate routes from Tiburtina to destinations including Venice and Prague. It can be accessed via the city's metro line B and is just a short walk to Roma Tiburtina railway station. Several hotels, bars, and restaurants line the nearby Via Tiburtina for the perfect welcome to the Eternal City.
Coach stations in Rome:
- Largo Guido Mazzoni
- Largo Mazzoni Guido 3
- Via Vincenzo Giudice
- Ciampino Airport
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