Cheap coach tickets from Policoro to Rome

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Coach from Policoro to Rome: Journey Information

There are 8 intercity coaches per day from Policoro to Rome. Travelling by coach from Policoro to Rome usually takes around 9 hours, but the fastest Inter Saj coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 59 minutes.

Distance
247 mi (398 km)
Shortest duration
5h 59m
Cheapest price
£14.25
Trips per day
8
Most frequent service
FlixBus
Coach lines
4

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How much is a coach ticket from Policoro to Rome?

Coach tickets for a trip from Policoro to Rome cost about £30 when you book at the cheapest time, on the day you travel. Tickets cheaper than £30 are an excellent bargain. 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 Policoro to Rome by travel date

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If you're planning to travel by coach from Policoro to Rome in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £30 to £41. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 10 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Rome this week, coach tickets are available starting at £30.

Average coach ticket prices from Policoro to Rome by month

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Taking the coach from Policoro to Rome is usually cheapest in January, when the average ticket price is only £31. If you're planning to take the coach from Policoro to Rome during August, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £50. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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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. If you're looking for cheap coach tickets, booking in advance is the way to go.

What coach companies travel from Policoro to Rome?

There are 4 coach lines from Policoro to Rome available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 3 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:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus311h 55m£48.48
Inter Saj36h 1m£31.04
Itabus19h 5m£26.15
Marino18h 41m£33.91
  • 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 3 trips from Policoro to Rome, and usually makes the trip in about 11 hours and 55 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as toilets, air conditioning, and power sockets.

  • Inter Saj is a regional coach company based in Bari, a city close to the heel of Italy's boot, with services to cities like Bari, Quattromiglia, Rome, Policoro, and Milan. Inter Saj welcomes passengers on board with air conditioning – which is especially nice during those hot Italian summers. There's also onboard WiFi for entertainment during longer trips.

  • 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.

  • Marino coaches travel across Italy to cities such as Naples, Padua, and Lecce, and into neighbouring countries including France, Switzerland, and Germany. Their fleet features comfortable reclining seats, air conditioning, complimentary WiFi connectivity, a toilet, and even a minibar!

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Policoro to Rome

There are 8 scheduled coaches that travel from Policoro to Rome every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 4 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

8

Direct trips

4

The coach takes an average of 9 hours to cover the 247 miles from Policoro to Rome. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 59 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)

247

Distance (km)

398

The first coach leaves at 4:15 and the last coach leaves at 23:29. To see the times for all coaches from Policoro to Rome, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

4:15am

Latest coach

11:29pm

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Rome at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

Most crowded

Sunday

Least crowded

Thursday

City Information

Rome

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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 Policoro?

Main departure station: Bus Terminal

Policoro has two coach stations with service to Rome.

All coach stations in Policoro:

  • Bus Terminal
  • Policoro Bus Terminal

Where does the coach arrive in Rome?

Main arrival station: Largo Guido Mazzoni

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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
  • Tiburtina Bus Station (Inside)
  • Ciampino Airport
  • Largo Mazzoni Guido 3

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