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Milan
↳ Romeby bus.

Bus services from Milan to Rome are listed on 12Go, where you can compare operators, departure times and prices for your date. The road distance is about 572 km. By car that is roughly 6 h without stops; buses usually take longer once pickups and rest breaks are included.

572 km by road~6 h by car
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Illustrative map: lines show connections, not the road taken. Outlines: Natural Earth.

THE SHORT VERSION

Milan to Rome at a glance.

From
Milan Milano
To
Rome Roma
Road distance
About 572 km
Straight line
477 km
Car time, no stops
~6 h buses take longer
Return route
Rome to Milan →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Right place. Right bus. Better start.

1

Leaving Milan

Milan is northern Italy's main coach hub. The main bus terminal is Lampugnano, linked to the city by metro.

  • Milano Lampugnano bus station
    West of the centre, at Lampugnano metro (line M1). National and international coaches.
2

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.
Rome
Rome. Photo: Bert Kaufmann from Roermond, Netherlands, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
3

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.

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Good to know in Rome
  • Allow time for Rome traffic when connecting with flights.

KEEP GOING

From Rome, the road continues.

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GOOD QUESTIONS

Before you take your seat.

How far is Milan from Rome by road?+

About 572 km by road (477 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.

How long does the bus from Milan to Rome take?+

We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 6 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 Milan?+

It depends on the operator. Main options in Milan include Milano Lampugnano bus station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.

Is there a bus back from Rome to Milan?+

Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Rome to Milan guide.

Where does the bus from Milan 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 Milan 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 Milan 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, Nice, Lyon and more. See all connections on our Rome bus page.

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FOLLOW THE INFORMATION

Clear sources. Better decisions.

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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