How much does a bus ticket from Madrid to Rome cost?

The bus ticket price from Madrid to Rome starts at R 2 059. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Madrid to Rome is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Madrid to Rome?

The average travel time between Madrid and Rome is around 1d 15h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 7h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1365 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Madrid and Rome?

The number of buses from Madrid to Rome can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Madrid to Rome by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Madrid to Rome?

When taking the bus from Madrid to Rome, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Madrid to Rome?

Buses travelling between Madrid and Rome leave from Madrid-Barajas Airport or Estación Sur and arrive at Rome Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome Ciampino Airport, Rome Fiumicino Airport.

Bus Madrid to Rome from R 2 049 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Madrid to Rome on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	1d 21h	18:25	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	Cheapest
Bus	19:05	Madrid (South)	1d 7h	02:35	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	19:05	Madrid (South)	1d 9h	05:00	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	1d 14h	11:15	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	1d 22h	19:05	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Rome on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	1d 14h	11:15	Rome Fiumicino Airport	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	1d 11h	07:50	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	23:25	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	2d 17h	16:25	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
Bus	19:05	Madrid (South)	1d 11h	06:10	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	19:05	Madrid (South)	1d 17h	13:00	Rome Anagnina	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Rome on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	1d 19h	16:35	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	1d 11h	07:50	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	1d 14h	11:15	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
Bus	23:25	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	2d 17h	16:25	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
Bus	15:45	Madrid (South)	1d 16h	07:50	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Rome on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	1d 21h	18:25	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	Cheapest
Bus	19:05	Madrid (South)	1d 7h	02:35	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	19:05	Madrid (South)	1d 9h	05:00	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	1d 14h	11:15	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	1d 22h	19:05	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Rome on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	1d 21h	18:25	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	Cheapest
Bus	19:05	Madrid (South)	1d 7h	02:35	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	15:45	Madrid (South)	1d 15h	07:10	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
Bus	19:05	Madrid (South)	1d 9h	05:00	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	1d 14h	11:15	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Rome on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	1d 16h	13:45	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	Cheapest
Bus	19:05	Madrid (South)	1d 7h	02:35	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	19:05	Madrid (South)	1d 9h	05:00	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	1d 14h	11:15	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	1d 22h	19:05	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Rome on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	1d 16h	13:45	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	Cheapest
Bus	19:05	Madrid (South)	1d 7h	02:35	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	15:45	Madrid (South)	1d 15h	07:10	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
Bus	19:05	Madrid (South)	1d 9h	05:00	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	1d 14h	11:15	Rome Fiumicino Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:42 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Madrid to Rome

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Rome. The journey takes about 22 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 714, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

22h 10mAverage duration

1364 kmDistance

57kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 059 - R 7 648	Average duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 2 714 - R 2 722	Average duration22h 10m	CO₂ emissions 57kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Madrid and Rome?

Stops in Madrid

A
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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B
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
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C
Avenida de América Metro
Avenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
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D
Moncloa
Plaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain
F
Ronda de Valencia 6
Ronda de Valencia 6, 28012 Madrid, Spain

Stops in Rome

A
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Largo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
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B
Rome Ciampino Airport
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C
Rome Fiumicino Airport
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D
Castro Pretorio
Viale Castro Pretorio 76, 00185 Roma, Italy
E
Roma
F
Anagnina
Via Vincenzo Giudice, 00173 Roma RM, Italy

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 412 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 150 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madrid to Rome by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Madrid to Rome cost?
The bus ticket price from Madrid to Rome starts at R 2 059. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Madrid to Rome is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Madrid to Rome?
The average travel time between Madrid and Rome is around 1d 15h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 7h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1365 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Madrid and Rome?
The number of buses from Madrid to Rome can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Madrid to Rome by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Madrid to Rome?
When taking the bus from Madrid to Rome, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Madrid to Rome?
Buses travelling between Madrid and Rome leave from Madrid-Barajas Airport or Estación Sur and arrive at Rome Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome Ciampino Airport, Rome Fiumicino Airport.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

21/11

R 4 178

22/11

R 3 163

Today

R 2 618

24/11

R 3 565

25/11

R 2 607

26/11

R 2 386

27/11

R 2 440

28/11

R 2 302

The cheapest trip from Madrid to Rome was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 302

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madrid to Rome as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 302 to R 6 152 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Rome based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 302, which is on 2025-11-28.