Fastest way from Udine to Rome: Train (Trenitalia / Italo), about 5h 31min – 6h 37min (from €60). Cheapest: Bus, from €27 (about 8h 15min). Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on October 27, 2026): FlixBus, NTV, Itabus; main departure point: Udine Bus Station.
There are 2 ways to get from Udine 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NTV | Train | Udine | €60 | 2 |
| FlixBus | Bus | Udine Bus Station | €27 | 3 |
| Itabus | Bus | Udine Bus Station | €43 | 1 |
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Practical tips
High-speed fares rise as the departure date approaches. Book as soon as your plans are fixed, and compare Trenitalia and Italo, since both can serve the route and prices differ by day and time.
Rome has several stations. Read your ticket carefully to see whether you arrive at Roma Termini or Roma Tiburtina, and plan your onward metro or taxi to your hotel accordingly.
If your schedule is flexible and budget matters most, the coach is usually the cheapest way to Rome. An overnight departure can also save you a hotel night and free your daytime.
Train and coach services may leave from different spots in Udine. Check the departure address on your booking confirmation the day before, so you are not rushing across town with your luggage.
Book online for instant confirmation and save the e-ticket offline. Arrive at the station or stop a little early, especially on busy holiday weekends when platforms and bus bays fill up quickly.
The journey experience
Udine to Rome is a long north-east to centre run, and the first question is simple: train or coach? Both work well, and the right choice depends on how much you value speed, comfort and budget. The comparison table on this page puts durations, price ranges and frequency side by side, so you can decide in seconds.
By train, you travel with Trenitalia or Italo on the main lines, usually with a change along the way, and you arrive in the heart of Rome. It is the more comfortable option, with space for luggage, a toilet, a café car on faster services and the freedom to move around. The coach is the budget pick: seats recline, luggage goes in the hold and you can sleep through much of the journey, especially on an overnight departure. Both options are reliable for independent travellers without a car.
Our advice: if you book ahead, the train fares drop and the gap with the coach narrows, so check both before you commit. Last-minute high-speed tickets are where people overpay. Always confirm the exact station in Udine and the arrival point in Rome (Termini or Tiburtina) on your ticket, then book online for instant confirmation and keep it on your phone.
Frequently asked questions — Udine → Rome
By train, tickets start from €60 and typically go up to about €61, whether you travel with Trenitalia or Italo. By coach, fares start from €27 and typically reach about €37. The coach is clearly the cheaper option, while the train costs more but is more comfortable.
The train takes about 6 to 7 hours, while the coach takes about 8 to 9 hours. The train is therefore faster by roughly two hours. Actual times depend on the service you choose and any change along the way, so check your exact itinerary when booking.
It depends on your priorities. The train is faster, more comfortable and arrives in central Rome, which suits tighter schedules. The coach costs much less, from €27, and works well if you are on a budget or want to travel overnight. Compare both on the table above.
Rome has several stations and coach stops, mainly Roma Termini and Roma Tiburtina. Your arrival point depends on the specific service you book, so check your ticket before travelling. Both are linked to the metro and to city buses, making it easy to reach your accommodation.
Book as early as you can, particularly in high season and on weekends or holidays. Train fares tend to rise closer to departure, and the cheapest coach seats go first. Booking online gives instant confirmation, so you can lock in your seat and travel with peace of mind.
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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