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Rome
↳ Berlinby bus.

Bus services from Rome to Berlin are listed on 12Go, where you can compare operators, departure times and prices for your date. The road distance is about 1504 km. By car that is roughly 15 h 30 min without stops; buses usually take longer once pickups and rest breaks are included.

1504 km by road~15 h 30 min by carBorder crossing
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ITALYGERMANYSWITZERLANDAUSTRIACZECHIAPOLANDHUNGARYCROATIASLOVAKIASLOVENIASERBIABOSNIA & HERZ.ALBANIAHamburgPragueFrankfurtWarsawMunichRomeBerlin1504 km by roadFrom To Onward buses
Illustrative map: lines show connections, not the road taken. Outlines: Natural Earth.

THE SHORT VERSION

Rome to Berlin at a glance.

From
Rome Roma
Road distance
About 1504 km
Straight line
1183 km
Car time, no stops
~15 h 30 min buses take longer
Return route
Not listed as direct
Border
Italy → Germany. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Right place. Right bus. Better start.

1

Leaving Rome

Rome is Italy's biggest coach destination, with domestic routes and overnight connections to France, Switzerland and Germany. Most long-distance buses use the coach terminal next to Tiburtina station.

  • 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.
2

Arriving in Berlin

From ZOB, the S-Bahn (Messe Nord/ICC) and U-Bahn (Kaiserdamm) reach the city centre.

  • Berlin ZOB (central bus station) · Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    Messedamm, by the Funkturm in Charlottenburg. Most long-distance coaches.
  • Other stops
    Some services also stop at Alexanderplatz, Südkreuz or BER airport.
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 Berlin
  • Check your stop: some routes also call at the airport or other city stops.

KEEP GOING

From Berlin, the road continues.

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GOOD QUESTIONS

Before you take your seat.

How far is Rome from Berlin by road?+

About 1504 km by road (1183 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.

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

We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 15 h 30 min 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 Rome?+

It depends on the operator. Main options in Rome include Roma Tiburtina coach terminal, Termini and airport stops, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.

Is there a bus back from Berlin to Rome?+

12Go's public route list doesn't include Berlin to Rome as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.

Where does the bus from Rome arrive in Berlin?+

It depends on the operator. In Berlin, services use Berlin ZOB (central bus station), Other stops. From ZOB, the S-Bahn (Messe Nord/ICC) and U-Bahn (Kaiserdamm) reach the city centre.

How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Berlin?+

From ZOB, the S-Bahn (Messe Nord/ICC) and U-Bahn (Kaiserdamm) reach the city centre.

What kind of bus runs from Rome to Berlin?+

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 Rome to Berlin 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 Berlin by bus?+

Direct buses from Berlin include Hamburg, Prague, Frankfurt, Warsaw, Munich and more. See all connections on our Berlin bus page.

Do I need my passport on the bus from Rome to Berlin?+

Italy and Germany are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.

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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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