The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome to Taormina
Cheapest price
€53
Average price
€53
Fastest journey
15 h 20 m
Average duration
15 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
509 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Taormina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Taormina will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
Of the 1 buses that leave Rome for Taormina on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 509 km distance in an average of 15 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 20 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 15 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.
44114:25 PM15h20Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina7:45 AMGiardini Naxos, Viale Dionisio (Bus Terminal Recanati)€531One-way0 transfers
44114:25 PM15h20Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina7:45 AMGiardini Naxos, Viale Dionisio (Bus Terminal Recanati)€531One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rome to Taormina
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Taormina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. 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 €17, and a flight costs an average of €19.
Distance: 509 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€41 Average price Cheapest | €64 Average price | €83 Average price |
12h 6m Average total duration 11h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 31m Average total duration 8h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rome to Taormina bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Taormina buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4411 | 4:25 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 15h20 | 7:45 AM Giardini Naxos, Viale Dionisio (Bus Terminal Recanati) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Taormina
Buses from Rome to Taormina run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 509 km distance in 11h 40m.
Distance 509 km |
Average bus duration 11h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 40m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar from Rome to TaorminaYou can travel by bus between Rome to Taormina with FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rome to Taormina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Taormina 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 Taormina, 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 Taormina
- 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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