The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome to Ancona
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 58 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Ancona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Ancona will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 8 buses that leave Rome for Ancona on Thu, Jun 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct buses cover the 207 km distance in an average of 4 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest buses will take 5 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.
FlixBus2:50 PM5h05Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina7:55 PMAncona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681€241One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:50 PM5h15Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina8:05 PMAncona, Piazza Rosselli (Stazione Ferroviaria)€241One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:35 PM4h45Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina10:20 PMAncona, Piazza Rosselli (Stazione Ferroviaria)€261One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:35 PM4h55Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina10:30 PMAncona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681€261One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus9:50 AM6h50Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina4:40 PMAncona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681€401One-way1 transfer
FlixBus5:35 PM4h45Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina10:20 PMAncona, Piazza Rosselli (Stazione Ferroviaria)€261One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:30 AM4h50Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina1:20 PMAncona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681€581One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:35 PM4h55Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina10:30 PMAncona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681€261One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:50 PM5h05Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina7:55 PMAncona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681€241One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:50 PM5h15Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina8:05 PMAncona, Piazza Rosselli (Stazione Ferroviaria)€241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rome to Ancona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Ancona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 17m. 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 train costs an average of €14, and a bus costs an average of €13.
Distance: 207 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€26 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest |
4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rome to Ancona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Ancona buses for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h50 | 1:20 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h50 | 6:50 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4730+ BUS L540C | 2:20 PM Rome Termini | 6h39 | 8:59 PM Ancona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4730+ BUS L540C | 2:28 PM Rome Tiburtina | 6h31 | 8:59 PM Ancona station | 1 transfer | |
BUS L540C+ Intercity 540 | 3:10 PM Rome Termini | 5h49 | 8:59 PM Ancona station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h10 | 9:40 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h50 | 10:20 PM Ancona, Piazza Rosselli (Stazione Ferroviaria) | 1 transfer | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Itabus to find the best option for your trip from Rome to Ancona.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Itabus to find the best option for your trip from Rome to Ancona.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Ancona
Buses from Rome to Ancona run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 207 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 207 km |
Average bus duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar from Rome to AnconaYou can travel by bus between Rome to Ancona with FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rome to Ancona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Ancona 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 Ancona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- 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 Rome to Ancona
- 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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