THE SHORT VERSION
Lecce to Rome at a glance.
- From
- Lecce
- To
- Rome Roma
- Road distance
- About 652 km
- Straight line
- 506 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~7 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Rome to Lecce →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Lecce
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Rome
Tiburtina is on metro line B, a few stops from Termini.
- Roma Tiburtina coach terminal
Next to Tiburtina railway station (metro line B). FlixBus and most long-distance coaches. - Termini and airport stops
Airport shuttles and some services use Termini station and the airports.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Allow time for Rome traffic when connecting with flights.
KEEP GOING
From Rome, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Rome
More buses from Lecce
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Lecce from Rome by road?+
About 652 km by road (506 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Lecce to Rome take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 7 h by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Lecce?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Rome to Lecce?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Rome to Lecce guide.
Where does the bus from Lecce arrive in Rome?+
It depends on the operator. In Rome, services use Roma Tiburtina coach terminal, Termini and airport stops. Tiburtina is on metro line B, a few stops from Termini.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Rome?+
Tiburtina is on metro line B, a few stops from Termini.
What kind of bus runs from Lecce to Rome?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Lecce to Rome bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Rome by bus?+
Direct buses from Rome include Naples, Florence, Venice, Milan, Nice and more. See all connections on our Rome bus page.
Still deciding? Check today's departures, then book your seat.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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