Fastest way from Lucca to Rome: Flight (1 stop), about 2h 35min (from €53). Cheapest: Bus, from €15 (about 4h 10min). Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on October 27, 2026): FlixBus, Marino; main departure point: Lucca Main Train Station.
There are 2 ways to get from Lucca 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 | Lucca Main Train Station | €15 | 2 |
| Marino | Bus | Viale Camillo Benso Cavour | €18 | 1 |
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Practical tips
Check the coach and the flight side by side on this page before paying. The cheapest option is rarely the one booked at the last minute, so lock in your ticket early if your dates are fixed.
Rome has several coach stops and stations, such as Tiburtina and Termini. Read your ticket carefully to see where you arrive, then plan your hotel transfer from that exact point, not from the city centre in general.
In summer and around public holidays, popular departures fill up and fares rise. Booking online with instant confirmation lets you secure a seat and avoid queuing at the ticket desk on the day.
A flight with a connection looks quick, but add airport transfers, check-in, security and the layover. If you carry a large bag or need to reach the airport from far away, the coach is often the calmer choice.
Reach the departure point a little before boarding so you can find the right bay, load your luggage and keep your ticket ready on your phone. Stops can be busy and signage is not always obvious.
The journey experience
Getting from Lucca to Rome is a trip where the answer depends on what you value most: a low fare, a direct road link, or a quick hop in the air. Lucca is a walled town without a high-speed rail line of its own, so the options you will actually compare here are the coach and a flight with a connection. The comparison table on this page lays them side by side so you can decide in seconds.
The coach is the simple, budget-friendly choice. It takes you across Tuscany and Lazio without changing between stations, with luggage space under the vehicle, reclining seats and often air conditioning and power sockets. It suits travellers who want to keep costs down and avoid transfers between train stations. The flight with a connection is the fastest on paper, but it involves airport check-in, security and a layover, so it only makes sense if you are tight on time and travelling light.
Our advice: if you are not in a hurry, take the coach and keep your budget for Rome. Book ahead in high season, especially for weekend and holiday departures, and check which Rome stop your ticket arrives at before you leave, since the city has several terminals. With the right booking, instant confirmation and the stop details in hand, you can travel without stress.
Frequently asked questions — Lucca → Rome
The coach starts from €15 and typically costs up to €17, which makes it the budget-friendly choice. A flight with a connection starts from €53. Prices vary with the date and how early you book, so reserving ahead in high season helps you get the lowest fare.
The coach takes about 4 h 10 to 4 h 35, depending on traffic and stops. A 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 your total travel day.
For most independent travellers the coach is the best value, starting from €15 with no need to change between stations. The flight with a connection is faster at about 2 h 35, but costs more, from €53, and adds airport formalities. Choose by your priority: budget or time.
Rome has several coach stops and stations, so the arrival point depends on the service you book. Check your ticket for the exact stop name before you travel, then plan your onward journey to your accommodation from there using the metro, buses or a taxi.
Yes, especially in high season and on weekends or holidays, when seats sell out and fares climb. Booking online gives you instant confirmation and your ticket on your phone. The coach, starting from €15, is a good example of a fare worth locking in early.
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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