The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome to Ancona
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Buses per day
13
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 €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 13 buses that leave Rome for Ancona on Fri, Dec 05, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct buses cover the 207 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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.




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Compare bus and train 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 €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 18m. 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 €18, and a bus costs an average of €11.
Distance: 207 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€34 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest |
4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m 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, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h05 | 6:55 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h15 | 7:05 PM Ancona, Piazza Rosselli (Stazione Ferroviaria) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h40 | 8:55 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:35 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h55 | 9:30 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h45 | 9:20 PM Ancona, Piazza Rosselli (Stazione Ferroviaria) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h35 | 4:25 AM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, December 5 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h25 | 4:25 AM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h50 | 12:20 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 207 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 207 km |
Average bus duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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 €11. 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina, which is located around 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
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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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