Fastest way from Brindisi to Rome: Flight, about 1h 15min (from €15). Cheapest: Bus, from €11 (about 7h 25min). Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on October 27, 2026): FlixBus, Alitalia, Itabus; main departure point: Brindisi.
There are 2 ways to get from Brindisi to Rome
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on October 27, 2026 for a departure on November 17, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Itabus | Bus | Istituto Professionale Falcone | €11 | 3 |
| FlixBus | Bus | Brindisi | €11 | 5 |
| Marino | Bus | Istituto Professionale Falcone | €23 | 2 |
| Alitalia | Flight | Brindisi Airport | €141 | 5 |
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Practical tips
Look at the bus and the plane side by side before paying. The cheapest option is not always the best value once you count your time, so decide whether saving money or saving a day matters more to you.
Summer weekends and holiday periods fill up fast, and last-minute fares are usually higher. Booking ahead online gives you more choice of departure time and avoids paying a premium for the seats left at the end.
Rome has several stations, coach stops and airports, and they are far apart. Read your booking confirmation carefully to see exactly where you arrive, so you can plan your onward metro, train or taxi to your hotel.
Bus stops and the airport are in different parts of Brindisi. Check the departure point on your ticket the day before, and leave extra time to reach it, especially if you are carrying luggage or travelling at a busy period.
Low-cost flights often charge extra for checked bags, which can erase the price advantage. Check the baggage allowance before booking. The coach usually has a luggage hold, which makes it easier if you travel with a large suitcase.
The journey experience
Getting from Brindisi to Rome comes down to a simple choice: the coach or the plane. Both work well for an independent traveller without a car, and the right one depends on how much you value time, budget and flexibility. The comparison table on this page shows current durations and price ranges side by side, so you can decide in seconds.
The coach is the budget-friendly option. You sit in a comfortable reclining seat, your luggage goes in the hold, and you travel straight to the capital without changing at a hub. It is a long day on the road, but you can sleep, read or watch the Italian countryside go by. The plane is the fast option. It is a short domestic hop that saves most of a day, which is ideal if your time in Rome is limited. Remember to allow for airport check-in, security and the transfer into central Rome on arrival.
Our advice: if saving money matters most and you don't mind a long ride, take the coach. If time matters more, fly. Either way, check the exact departure and arrival points on your booking confirmation, because Rome has several stations, stops and airports. Book ahead in high season, and use a trusted platform with instant confirmation so your ticket is in your pocket before you leave.
Frequently asked questions — Brindisi → Rome
The coach starts from €11, and typical fares go up to €21. The plane starts from €15, with typical fares up to €46. Prices vary with the date and how early you book, so reserving ahead in high season is the best way to get the lowest fare on either option.
By coach, the journey takes about 7 to 8 hours. By plane, the flight takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The flight is much shorter in the air, but remember to add time for getting to the airport, check-in, security and the transfer into central Rome when you land.
It depends on your priority. The plane is best if you want to save most of a day, with a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes. The coach is best for a low budget, from €11, and for travellers who prefer to avoid airport procedures and baggage fees.
The exact departure point depends on the operator and the option you choose, whether coach or flight. Your booking confirmation states the precise stop or airport for both Brindisi and Rome. Check it the day before travel, because Rome has several arrival points that are far from each other.
Yes, especially in high season. Booking ahead gives you more choice of departure times and generally better fares, with the coach from €11 and the flight from €15. Booking online with instant confirmation means your ticket is secured before you travel, with no queues at the station.
Why visit Rome?
- ✓ Explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a skip-the-line combined ticket
- ✓ Admire Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling and climb the dome of St. Peter's Basilica
- ✓ Toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain early in the morning, before the crowds arrive
- ✓ Wander the cobblestone lanes of Trastevere and dine on cacio e pepe in a family-run trattoria
- ✓ Walk the ancient Appian Way by bike and descend into the catacombs
When to visit Rome?
MEDITERRANEAN CLIMATE
April to June and September to October — mild, sunny weather, with far less heat than the crowded July-August peak
What to do in Rome?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Rome?
Plan 3 days to cover the essentials: ancient Rome (Colosseum, Forum, Palatine), the Vatican (Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's) and the historic centre (Pantheon, Trevi, Piazza Navona). With 4 to 5 days you can add Trastevere, Villa Borghese, the Appian Way and a day trip to Ostia Antica or Tivoli. Book Colosseum and Vatican tickets online several weeks ahead and start early to avoid queues and heat.
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