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Bus from Rome to Reggio Calabria: Journey Information
There are 7 intercity buses per day from Rome to Reggio Calabria. Traveling by bus from Rome to Reggio Calabria usually takes around 10 hours and 1 minute, but the fastest Autolinee Federico bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 310 mi (500 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 50m |
| Cheapest price | €10.43 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Autolinee Federico |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from Rome to Reggio Calabria
- Autolinee Federico: 5 daily buses from €22
- FlixBus: 3 daily buses from €21
- Itabus: 1 daily buses from €11
What bus companies travel from Rome to Reggio Calabria?
There are 3 bus lines from Rome to Reggio Calabria available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 5 daily trips, Autolinee Federico usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autolinee Federico | 5 | 9h 5m | €37.27 |
| FlixBus | 3 | 11h 43m | €43.73 |
| Itabus | 1 | 10h 45m | €22.23 |
Autolinee Federico is an Italian bus company based in Reggio Calabria with service across the Italian peninsula to cities like Turin, Rimini, Florence, and Bari. Autolinee has the latest generation of buses, which provide spacious seats, legroom, USB charging outlets, and onboard restrooms.
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 3 trips from Rome to Reggio Calabria, and usually makes the trip in about 11 hours and 43 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
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, restrooms, and air conditioning. Upgrade to a premium ticket for even larger seats and extendable armchairs.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Rome to Reggio Calabria
The bus takes an average of 10 hours to cover the 310 miles from Rome to Reggio Calabria. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours and 50 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Reggio Calabria 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 bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 2:00pm and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Rome to Reggio Calabria, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 travelers. 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
Buses to Reggio Calabria leave from 5 stations in Rome.
All bus stations in Rome:
Largo Mazzoni Guido 3
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Largo Guido Mazzoni
Via Vincenzo Giudice
Ciampino Airport
Where does the bus arrive in Reggio Calabria?
Main arrival station: Reggio Calabria Via Saracinello Al Torrente
Buses arrive in Reggio Calabria at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Reggio Calabria:
Reggio Calabria Via Saracinello Al Torrente
Reggio Di Calabria Centrale
Via Caprera Bus Stop
Via Caprera
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