Fastest way from Savona to Rome: Flight, about 1h (from €41). Cheapest: Bus, from €22 (about 8h 10min – 9h 48min). Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on October 27, 2026): Alitalia, AeroItalia, FlixBus; main departure point: Genoa Airport.
There are 2 ways to get from Savona 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 | Savona Train Station | €22 | 2 |
| AeroItalia | Flight | Genoa Airport | €40 | 4 |
| Aeroitalia | Flight | Genoa Airport | €41 | 2 |
| Alitalia | Flight | Genoa Airport | €60 | 8 |
| Vueling | Flight | Genoa Airport | €137 | 2 |
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Practical tips
Look at both options in the table before deciding. The coach usually wins on cost, the plane on time. Choosing early avoids paying a last-minute premium on whichever mode you end up needing.
Rome has several coach stops and stations, such as Roma Termini and Tiburtina. Read your booking carefully and note exactly where you will be dropped off so you can plan the onward journey to your hotel.
In summer and around holidays, the cheapest seats go first. Booking ahead keeps the fare low and guarantees your place, which is far better than paying full price at the last minute.
A flight looks quick, but remember getting to the departure airport and from the Rome airport into the city. Add check-in and baggage rules to judge honestly whether flying really suits your plans.
If you take the coach, an overnight departure can save a hotel night and use the long ride well. Bring a light layer, a neck pillow and keep your valuables with you.
The journey experience
Getting from Savona to Rome is a long way down the Italian coast, and the first question is simple: is it worth flying, or is the coach the smarter choice? For most independent travellers the decision comes down to how much of a day you are willing to spend on the road, so it helps to see both options side by side before you book.
The coach is the budget-friendly choice. It runs overnight or by day on long-distance lines, you get a reclining seat, a luggage hold and no need to change stations in the middle of the trip. It suits you if you travel light on cost and don't mind a long ride, and it lets you sleep through part of the journey if you pick a night departure. The plane is the opposite: it saves most of a day, which is valuable if your Rome time is limited, though you need to factor in the transfer to the airport and back into the city at both ends, plus baggage rules on low-cost carriers.
Our advice: if your schedule is tight or you value your time, fly; if you are watching your budget and can spare the hours, take the coach. In both cases, check the departure point and the arrival point in Rome before booking, since the city has several stops and stations. Book ahead in high season, compare the live prices in the table on this page, and confirm online for instant confirmation. You will be fine either way.
Frequently asked questions — Savona → Rome
The coach starts from €22, with typical fares up to €23. The plane starts from €41, with typical fares up to €53. Prices vary with the date and how early you book, so check the live fares in the table on this page and reserve ahead in busy periods.
By coach, the journey takes about 8 to 10 hours, depending on traffic and the service you choose. By plane, the flight itself takes about 1 hour. Remember to add time for getting to the airport, checking in and travelling into central Rome when comparing the two.
It depends on your priority. The plane is the best choice if you want to save most of a day, with a flight of about 1 hour. The coach is the better option if you want the lowest fare, from €22, and don't mind a long ride of 8 to 10 hours.
The coach is cheaper, starting from €22 against €41 for the plane. The gap is not huge, so if your time is limited the flight can be good value. Compare the live prices on this page, and remember airport transfers and baggage fees when you add up the total cost.
Booking ahead is recommended, especially in high season, when the cheapest coach seats and flights sell out first. Reserving online gives you instant confirmation and lets you compare options calmly, rather than accepting whatever is left at a higher price on the day.
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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