The cheapest and fastest buses from Florence to Rome
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 11 m
Buses per day
51
Distance
231 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Rome will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 51 buses that leave Florence for Rome on Sat, May 16, 51 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct buses cover the 231 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest buses will take 3 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
27956:30 PM3h15Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)9:45 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina€71One-way0 transfers
47874:45 PM3h30Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)8:15 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina€81One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:45 AM3h35Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)9:20 AMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina€81One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:10 AM3h20Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)9:30 AMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:25 PM3h45Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)1:10 AMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:00 AM3h05Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)12:05 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina€141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:35 PM3h10Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)6:45 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina€121One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:00 PM3h10Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)1:10 AMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina€121One-way0 transfers
34918:30 PM3h15Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)11:45 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina€101One-way0 transfers
38973:45 AM3h15Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)7:00 AMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina€301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Florence to Rome
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a flight costs an average of €63.
Distance: 231 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€14 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price | €212 Average price |
3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Florence to Rome bus times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Rome buses for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2125 | 3:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h50 | 7:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h10 | 6:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h40 | 8:25 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
700 | 3:45 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h15 | 8:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2797 | 4:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 7:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
4787 | 4:45 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h30 | 8:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2401 | 4:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h50 | 8:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 8:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
3803 | 5:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 9:10 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h30 | 10:25 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 9:25 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2795 | 6:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 9:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h20 | 9:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 11:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h40 | 11:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
110 | 8:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h30 | 11:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 11:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
3491 | 8:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 11:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h45 | 1:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h10 | 1:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h25 | 2:35 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 16 | |||||
2413 | 1:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 4:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
055 | 1:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 4:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2771 | 1:40 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 4:55 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2421 | 2:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 5:25 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
1801 | 2:45 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 6:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
3505 | 2:50 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 6:05 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2701 | 3:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 6:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
3897 | 3:45 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 7:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:50 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 7:05 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2495 | 4:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h50 | 8:05 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h35 | 9:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h20 | 9:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 10:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h40 | 11:25 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
1121 | 8:25 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h50 | 12:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h20 | 11:50 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h05 | 12:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 1:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
207 | 10:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h15 | 2:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 1:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2729 | 11:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 2:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 2:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h35 | 3:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 2:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2409 | 12:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 3:35 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2723 | 12:45 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h50 | 4:35 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 4:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h25 | 4:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h45 | 5:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 5:25 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
3801 | 2:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 5:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h50 | 6:20 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h25 | 6:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florence to Rome
Buses from Florence to Rome run on average 47 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 46 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 231 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 231 km |
Average bus duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 47 |
Direct buses 46 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 12:02 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi, Autoservizi Salemi Srl, AutoLinee Moretti from Florence to RomeYou can travel by bus between Florence to Rome with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi, Autoservizi Salemi Srl, AutoLinee Moretti for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Florence to Rome
Coaches in Europe are a convenient way to travel between cities, with numerous companies offering both domestic and international routes. coaches from Florence to Rome are operated by CoachCenter, Flixcoach, and Baltour with journey times between 3-4 hours.
Florence to Rome coaches: General Information
While taking a coach is slower than the train, it is significantly cheaper and can take under 3 hours to arrive in Rome.
- Most Florence to Rome coaches are run by either Flixcoach, Baltour, and CoachCenter.
- Most coaches are direct, depart from Firenze Piazzale Montelungo and arrive at Rome's Autostazione Tiburtina coach station.
- Travelling from Florence to Rome by coach takes as little as 3 hours.
- Most travelers book their Florence to Rome coach ticket 1 day in advance of the travel date.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Florence to Rome coaches decrease the further they are booked in advance:
- It is 10% cheaper to book Florence to Rome coaches a day ahead of time as opposed to purchasing a ticket at the station.
- It is 25% cheaper to book a Florence to Rome coach ticket 1 week in advance as opposed to the day you intend to travel.
- Florence to Rome coach tickets are 30% cheaper on average when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a coach ticket the day of.
Taking the Coach from Florence
Coaches from Florence to Rome depart from the Santa Maria Novella coach station, located on Piazzale Montelungo in the city center. Frequent local trains and coaches with routes across the city depart from here, Florence has one tram line which also stops at Santa Maria Novella. A taxi rank is located at the station.
Getting into Rome by Coach
Rome was once the center of the Holy Roman Empire, evidence of which can be seen in the city's many archaeological remains. This romantic city is full of surprises, with something new to see and explore around every corner, from parks and Roman baths to statues and fountains, churches to castles. It is easy to spend a day wandering narrow, cobbled streets, or wide boulevards, and enjoying coffees and meals in pretty piazzas. coaches from Florence to Rome arrive at Tiburtina Autostazione, which is located in Piazzale Mazzoni close to the city center. Transport links from the station to the center are made by local coaches and line 8 of the Metro. Rome's extensive transport network is made up of coaches, trams and suburban trains, as well as the Metro, which is replaced by coaches at night. Taxi ranks are located outside Tiburtina Autostazione.
FAQs: Bus from Florence to Rome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Rome by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Florence to Rome
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 37, 72 Tram: T1
- 06:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 12, 13, 17 Train: Firenze Santa Maria Novella
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ristorante Italiano (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 520, 720 Train: Leonardo Express
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