Fastest way from Livorno to Rome: Flight (1 stop), about 2h 35min (from €53). Cheapest: Bus, from €21 (about 4h 55min – 5h 54min). Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on October 27, 2026): FlixBus; main departure point: Livorno Train Station.
There are 2 ways to get from Livorno 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | Bus | Livorno Train Station | €21 | 1 |
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Practical tips
Rome has several coach stops, including Tiburtina and others outside the centre. Read your ticket carefully and confirm the exact arrival point before booking, so you do not end up far from your hotel or the metro.
Coach fares tend to rise and seats fill up on busy summer days and holiday weekends. Booking ahead online keeps the lowest fare and avoids paying more at the last minute for a worse departure time.
Livorno has its port area and its town centre, and coaches do not always leave from the same place. Check the departure address on your confirmation, and arrive a little early to find the right stop calmly.
A flight with a connection looks quick, but add airport transfers, check-in, security and the connection itself. Compare the full door-to-door effort with the coach before paying for a fare that saves little real time.
Save your e-ticket on your phone, and look up how to reach your Rome accommodation from the arrival stop before you travel. Knowing the metro or taxi option in advance makes arriving, especially late, much easier.
The journey experience
Getting from Livorno to Rome without a car is simple once you know your options. Two choices are on the table here: a direct coach, or a flight with a connection. This page puts them side by side in one table so you can see at a glance which one fits your budget and your schedule.
The coach is the practical, budget-friendly pick. It runs from the port city straight into the capital, you stay seated with your luggage in the hold, and there is no need to change vehicles. Seats usually recline and many coaches have air conditioning, a power socket and onboard Wi-Fi, which makes the ride comfortable enough to rest or plan your Rome days. The flight with a connection is the faster option on paper, but it adds airport transfers, check-in and security, so it mainly makes sense if you are already combining it with a longer journey or found a good fare.
Our advice: for most independent travellers, the coach is the smart default, because it is cheap, simple and takes you right to Rome. Check the exact arrival stop before you book, since Rome has several terminals and some are far from the historic centre. Book ahead in high season to keep the lowest fare, and keep your ticket on your phone. Choose the option that suits you, and you will arrive without stress.
Frequently asked questions — Livorno → Rome
The coach starts from €21, and typical fares go up to about €22, so it is a very affordable way to reach the capital. The flight with a connection starts from €53. For most travellers on a budget, the coach is clearly the cheaper choice.
The coach takes about 4 h 55 to 6 h depending on the departure and traffic. The flight with a connection takes about 2 h 35 in the air and in transit, but this does not include getting to the airport, check-in and security, which add to the total.
For most independent travellers, the coach is the best choice: it is the cheapest, runs directly to Rome and needs no change of vehicle. The flight with a connection is faster on paper, but it costs more and adds airport formalities, so it suits fewer travellers.
Rome has several coach stops, and the exact arrival point depends on the operator and the departure you choose. Always check the arrival stop on your booking confirmation, then plan how to reach your accommodation by metro, bus or taxi.
The flight with a connection starts from €53 and takes about 2 h 35, so it saves time on paper. However, it costs more than the coach and adds airport transfers and security. It is worth considering if you found a good fare or are continuing on a longer trip.
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?
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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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