The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome to Empoli
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
239 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Empoli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Empoli will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 4 buses that leave Rome for Empoli on Wed, Jun 17, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct buses cover the 239 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest buses will take 4 h 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.
1:20 PM3h45Rome5:05 PMEmpoli€71One-way0 transfers
2:20 PM3h45Rome6:05 PMEmpoli€101One-way0 transfers
11:50 AM4h00Rome3:50 PMEmpoli€151One-way0 transfers
10:00 PM3h15Rome1:15 AMEmpoli€351One-way0 transfers
10:00 PM3h15Rome1:15 AMEmpoli€351One-way0 transfers
2:20 PM3h45Rome6:05 PMEmpoli€101One-way0 transfers
1:20 PM3h45Rome5:05 PMEmpoli€71One-way0 transfers
11:50 AM4h00Rome3:50 PMEmpoli€151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Rome to Empoli
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Empoli 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 55m. 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 €74.
Distance: 239 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€23 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price | €74 Average price |
4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rome to Empoli bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Empoli buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 AM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 9h25 | 8:35 PM Empoli, Viale Palestro (Piazza Don Minzoni) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h45 | 8:35 PM Empoli, Viale Palestro (Piazza Don Minzoni) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Rome to Empoli by bus, train, or flight
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Itabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Marino Autolinee or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Rome to Empoli.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Empoli
Buses from Rome to Empoli run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:43. The fastest bus covers the 239 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 239 km |
Average bus duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:43 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Rome to EmpoliYou can travel by bus between Rome to Empoli with Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Marino Autolinee
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FAQs: Bus from Rome to Empoli
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Empoli 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 Empoli, 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.
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