Bus Zurich to Rome: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Zurich to Rome

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Zurich to Rome from various bus operators like FlixBus or Itabus for the next days.

today

$40

tomorrow

$49

Wednesday

$62

Thursday

$45

Friday

$48

Saturday

$45

Sunday

$48

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Itabus	13h 45m	6:25 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	8:10 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station		Economy	$40	A Bus from Itabus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/7/2026 6:25:00 PM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 8:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 45m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	15h 0m	5:30 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	8:30 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$49	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/8/2026 5:30:00 PM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/9/2026 8:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
FlixBus	14h 10m	3:35 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	5:45 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/8/2026 3:35:00 AM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 10m
FlixBus	14h 40m	4:05 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	6:45 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/8/2026 4:05:00 AM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 6:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m
FlixBus	15h 50m	12:40 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	4:30 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$51	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/8/2026 12:40:00 AM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 50m
FlixBus	14h 30m	3:35 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	6:05 PM	Rome	Anagnina Bus Station	Economy	$52	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/8/2026 3:35:00 AM to Anagnina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	11h 45m	10:15 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	10:00 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$62	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/9/2026 10:15:00 PM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/10/2026 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
FlixBus	14h 0m	10:15 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	12:15 PM	Rome	Anagnina Bus Station	Economy	$63	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/9/2026 10:15:00 PM to Anagnina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/10/2026 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
FlixBus	12h 40m	8:30 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	9:10 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$65	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/9/2026 8:30:00 AM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/9/2026 9:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m
FlixBus	14h 30m	3:35 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	6:05 PM	Rome	Anagnina Bus Station	Economy	$65	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/9/2026 3:35:00 AM to Anagnina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/9/2026 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 30m
FlixBus	15h 0m	5:30 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	8:30 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$68	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/9/2026 5:30:00 PM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/10/2026 8:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Itabus	13h 45m	6:25 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	8:10 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$45	A Bus from Itabus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/10/2026 6:25:00 PM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/11/2026 8:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 45m
FlixBus	12h 40m	8:30 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	9:10 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$59	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/10/2026 8:30:00 AM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/10/2026 9:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m
FlixBus	14h 15m	3:55 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	6:10 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$67	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/10/2026 3:55:00 PM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/11/2026 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 15m
FlixBus	15h 50m	12:40 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	4:30 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$69	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/10/2026 12:40:00 AM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/10/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $69 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Itabus	13h 45m	6:25 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	8:10 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from Itabus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/11/2026 6:25:00 PM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/12/2026 8:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 45m
FlixBus	14h 40m	4:05 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	6:45 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$64	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/11/2026 4:05:00 AM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/11/2026 6:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m
FlixBus	14h 40m	12:40 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	3:20 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$76	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/11/2026 12:40:00 AM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/11/2026 3:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $76 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m
FlixBus	12h 40m	8:30 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	9:10 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$77	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/11/2026 8:30:00 AM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/11/2026 9:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $77 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Itabus	13h 45m	6:25 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	8:10 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$45	A Bus from Itabus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/12/2026 6:25:00 PM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 8:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 45m
FlixBus	14h 15m	3:55 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	6:10 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$65	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/12/2026 3:55:00 PM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 15m
FlixBus	15h 0m	5:30 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	8:30 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$73	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/12/2026 5:30:00 PM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 8:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
FlixBus	12h 40m	8:30 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	9:10 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$75	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/12/2026 8:30:00 AM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/12/2026 9:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Itabus	13h 45m	6:25 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	8:10 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from Itabus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/13/2026 6:25:00 PM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/14/2026 8:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 45m
FlixBus	14h 15m	3:55 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	6:10 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$72	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/13/2026 3:55:00 PM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/14/2026 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 15m
FlixBus	15h 0m	5:30 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	8:30 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$76	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/13/2026 5:30:00 PM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/14/2026 8:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $76 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
FlixBus	12h 40m	8:30 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	9:10 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	Economy	$80	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/13/2026 8:30:00 AM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 9:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m

Frequency of bus connections between Zurich and Rome

See here how frequent the connections between Zurich and Rome are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 13 daily buses from Zurich to Rome. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Zurich and Rome.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 23 buses from Zurich to Rome, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Zurich and Rome, with 6 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 9/7/2026 costs just $40, from Itabus

Facts about the bus from Zurich to Rome

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Itabus that travel 9 times every day by bus from Zurich to Rome in one click! Book your bus ticket from Zurich to Rome starting from $40!

Cheapest Bus	$40
Fastest Bus	11h 45m
Earliest Bus	6:25 PM
Latest Bus	10:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	9 Ø
Distance	424.9 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Itabus

Cheapest bus connections from Zurich to Rome

Every day, 9 buses from 2 bus companies leave Zurich for Rome: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/07/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

$40

Tuesday 09/08

$49

Wednesday 09/09

$62

Thursday 09/10

$45

Friday 09/11

$48

Saturday 09/12

$40

Sunday 09/13

$48

Monday 09/14

$45

Tuesday 09/15

$65

Wednesday 09/16

$65

Thursday 09/17

$49

Friday 09/18

$48

Saturday 09/19

$40

Sunday 09/20

$49

Monday 09/21

$59

Tuesday 09/22

$40

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

Saturday 09/26

$40

Sunday 09/27

Monday 09/28

$40

Tuesday 09/29

$49

Wednesday 09/30

$40

Thursday 10/01

$54

Friday 10/02

$48

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Zurich to Rome

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Zurich to Rome, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $39, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Zurich to Rome. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $48.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Zurich to Rome, with $40. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $59.

How to save money travelling from Zurich to Rome

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Zurich to Rome in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Zurich to Rome, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Zurich to Rome are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Zurich and Rome

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Zurich and Rome.

Central Bus Station Sihlquai

Ausstellungsstrasse 5

Kinkelstrasse

Goldauerstrasse

Central Polybahn

Rathaus

Anagnina Bus Station

Piazzale della Stazione Anagnina

Termini Bus Station

Piazza dei Cinquecento 64

Tiburtina Bus Station

Tiburtina Partenze

Vatican City

Via Crescenzio 19

Service and Comfort on the bus from Zurich to Rome

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Zurich to Rome? Or which bus companies serve the route Zurich to Rome? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Zurich to Rome bus

How much does a Zurich Rome bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $40 and takes 13h 45m to reach Rome. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Zurich to Rome?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $40 and $125. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Rome.

On average, how many connections are available from Zurich to Rome each day?

Every day, the Zurich to Rome bus route is served by approximately 9 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Zurich to Rome take?

The fastest bus from Zurich to Rome is offered by FlixBus and takes 11h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $60. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Zurich to Rome?

The earliest bus arriving in Rome from Zurich starts at 6:25 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Zurich to Rome?

The latest bus trip departing from Zurich for Rome starts at 10:15 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Zurich Rome route?

When traveling by bus from Zurich to Rome, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Itabus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Rome?

You can check all the direct connections between Zurich and Rome by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Itabus.

What can I take with me on the Zurich to Rome bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Zurich Rome bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Zurich Rome bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Zurich to Rome on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Zurich to Rome

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Zurich and to Rome

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Zurich and to Rome. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!