What is the distance between Madrid and Rome?

Madrid and Rome are 846 miles (1365 km) apart.

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

If you're headed to Rome from Madrid, chances are that your bus will depart from Madrid-Barajas Airport and arrive at Rome Ciampino Airport. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Rome?

Once in Rome, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Museo di Roma, Piazza Navona, Cooking Classes and Food Tours in Rome, San Clemente Basilica and Pantheon.

Bus Madrid to Rome from $144 | Compare & Save up to 60%

TomorrowJul 30

from $182

ThuJul 31

from $216

FriAug 1

from $195

SatAug 2

from $187

SunAug 3

from $222

MonAug 4

from $178

TueAug 5

from $149

WedAug 6

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: July 30 at 11:20pm
Departure city: Madrid
Departure location: Madrid (South)
Arrival time: August 1 at 6:25pm
Destination city: Rome
Destination location: Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 19h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: July 30 at 7:05pm
Departure city: Madrid
Departure location: Madrid (South)
Arrival time: August 1 at 1:05am
Destination city: Rome
Destination location: Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 6h
Departure time: July 30 at 3:45pm
Departure city: Madrid
Departure location: Madrid (South)
Arrival time: August 1 at 7:10am
Destination city: Rome
Destination location: Rome Fiumicino Airport
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 15h
Departure time: July 30 at 7:05pm
Departure city: Madrid
Departure location: Madrid (South)
Arrival time: August 1 at 5:00am
Destination city: Rome
Destination location: Rome Fiumicino Airport
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 9h
Departure time: July 30 at 8:50pm
Departure city: Madrid
Departure location: Madrid (South)
Arrival time: August 1 at 11:15am
Destination city: Rome
Destination location: Rome Fiumicino Airport
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 14h

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$78 - $440	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$141 - $149	Average Duration23h 50m	CO₂ emissions 57kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Madrid to Rome

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Rome. The journey takes about 23 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $141, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

23h 50mAverage Duration

$141Cheapest ticket

57kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Madrid to Rome: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$230

Average bus trip duration1d 14h

Number of daily buses18

Earliest bus departure12:40am

Distance847 miles (1365 km)

Latest bus departure11:45pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,791 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,599 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

FlixBus

3.5/59,791 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

IT bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Sindbad, Rede Expressos, Infobus

Madrid to Rome Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Madrid and Rome?

Stops in Madrid

A - Madrid-Barajas Airport

B - Estación Sur

C - Avenida de América Metro

D - Moncloa

E - Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla

F - Ronda de Valencia 6

Stops in Rome

A - Rome Ciampino Airport

B - Rome Tiburtina Bus Station

C - Rome Fiumicino Airport

D - Castro Pretorio

E - Roma

F - Anagnina

Frequently asked questions for your trip Madrid - Rome

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

Best price found

07/27

$203

07/28

$182

Today

$168

07/30

$178

07/31

$212

08/01

$186

08/02

$183

08/03

$207

The cheapest trip from Madrid to Rome was searched and found on Jul 29, 2025 with a price of $168

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 $168 to $389 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 $178 which is on 2025-07-30.

Usually Flixbus (ES) will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Madrid to Rome.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Madrid to Rome, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Madrid to Rome will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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What is the distance between Madrid and Rome?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Rome?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Will you be returning to Madrid by bus?

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

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