Fastest way from Rome to Verona: Flight, about 1h 5min (from €646). Cheapest: Bus, from €16 (about 6h 25min). Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on October 27, 2026): Trenitalia, NTV, FlixBus; main departure point: Rome Termini.
There are 3 ways to get from Rome to Verona
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenitalia | Train | Rome Termini | €35 | 5 |
| NTV | Train | Rome Termini | €53 | 5 |
| FlixBus | Bus | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | €16 | 4 |
| Itabus | Bus | Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni | €31 | 1 |
| Sindbad | Bus | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | €40 | 1 |
| Wizz Air Malta | Flight | Leonardo da Vinci Airport | €144 | 1 |
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Practical tips
High-speed fares rise as the departure date approaches. Book a few weeks ahead on Trenitalia or Italo and compare both companies, so you avoid paying full price for a last-minute seat on a busy day.
Rome has several stations, and trains or coaches may leave from Roma Termini or Roma Tiburtina. Read your ticket carefully before leaving the hotel, and allow extra margin if you must cross the city between them.
Verona Porta Nuova is the main station, with easy access to the historic centre on foot or by local bus. Make sure your ticket ends there, and check your connection point on the way.
If your schedule is flexible and budget matters most, the coach is the cheapest way to reach Verona. Pick a comfortable departure slot, bring snacks, a charger and a layer, and check the pick-up point beforehand.
Flying involves airport transfers, check-in and security at both ends, which reduces the advantage. Consider it only if the fare and timing fit your plans better than the train does.
The journey experience
Getting from Rome to Verona is easy once you know which option fits your trip. For most independent travellers, the answer is clear: the high-speed train is the quickest and most comfortable way to cross the country, while the coach is the budget pick and the plane is rarely worth the hassle. The comparison table on this page puts all three side by side so you can decide in seconds.
The train is run by Trenitalia and Italo, both serving the main north-south line with comfortable seats, luggage racks, Wi-Fi and a café or trolley service. Trips usually involve a change, often in Bologna, but connections are well signposted. The coach is the cheapest way to travel and drops you close to Verona's centre, though you sit on the road for a long stretch overnight or by day. Flying exists, but airport transfers and security checks at both ends eat into any time saved, and Verona's airport is small.
Our advice: book the train a few weeks ahead to avoid last-minute full fares, and choose the coach only if budget matters more than time. Always check the exact departure station when you book (Roma Termini or Roma Tiburtina) and arrive in Verona Porta Nuova. Whatever you pick, you can book online with instant confirmation and travel without stress.
Frequently asked questions — Rome → Verona
The bus is the cheapest option, from €16 and typically up to €21. The train starts from €35 and typically goes up to €42 when booked ahead. Flying starts from €646. Prices vary by date, so booking early usually gives you the best fare.
By train, the journey takes about 3 h 15 to 3 h 50. The flight is the quickest in the air at about 1 h 05, but transfers and airport procedures add time. The bus is the slowest, taking about 6 to 7 hours.
For most travellers, the train is the best balance of speed, comfort and price, running with Trenitalia and Italo. Choose the coach if you want the lowest fare and have time to spare. The plane suits only a few cases, given the high fares.
Trains to Verona usually leave from Roma Termini, though some services may use Roma Tiburtina. Check the departure station on your ticket when you book. In Verona, trains arrive at Verona Porta Nuova, the main station for the city.
Yes. The train takes about 3 h 15 to 3 h 50, while the coach takes about 6 to 7 hours. The coach costs less, from €16, against from €35 for the train, so choose based on whether time or budget matters more to you.
Why visit Verona?
- ✓ Step inside the Roman Arena di Verona, a 1st-century amphitheatre that still hosts world-class opera performances each summer
- ✓ Stand beneath Juliet's balcony in the courtyard of Casa di Giulietta and leave a note on the famous wall
- ✓ Climb the 368 steps of the Torre dei Lamberti for panoramic views over the terracotta rooftops and the Adige river
- ✓ Stroll across the Ponte Pietra, a Roman bridge, then explore the Teatro Romano and its hilltop archaeological museum
- ✓ Browse Piazza delle Erbe's market stalls and sip an Aperol spritz amid frescoed façades and the Madonna Verona fountain
When to visit Verona?
HUMID SUBTROPICAL CLIMATE
April to June and September to October — mild, sunny weather, fewer crowds, and the opera festival running until early September
What to do in Verona?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Verona?
Plan 2 days to cover Verona comfortably: the Arena, Piazza delle Erbe, Juliet's House, Castelvecchio and the Adige riverbanks on day one, then Giardino Giusti, Teatro Romano and Santa Anastasia on day two. With only one day, stick to the historic centre on foot and book Arena tickets in advance. Add a third day for a trip to Lake Garda, Valpolicella wineries or Soave, all easy by train or bus.
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