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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome to Otranto
Cheapest price
€45
Average price
€76
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
7 h 55 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
540 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Otranto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Otranto will cost around €76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
Of the 10 buses that leave Rome for Otranto on Sun, Dec 21, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 540 km distance in an average of 7 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 8 h 50 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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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rome to Otranto 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 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a flight costs an average of €23.
Distance: 540 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€52 Average price Cheapest | €106 Average price | €67 Average price |
10h 30m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Rome to Otranto bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Otranto buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 12:30 PM Rome | 8h40 | 9:10 PM Otranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 9:15 PM Rome | 12h25 | 9:40 AM Otranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:35 PM Rome | 10h05 | 7:40 AM Otranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:50 PM Rome | 9h45 | 7:35 AM Otranto | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Otranto
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Buses from Rome to Otranto run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 540 km distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 540 km |
Average bus duration 10h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 04:20 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Rome to OtrantoYou can travel by bus between Rome to Otranto 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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FAQs: Bus from Rome to Otranto
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Otranto 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 Otranto, 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 Otranto, Via Orte (Porto), located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.
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