Bus Rome to Lugano: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Rome to Lugano

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

today

$41

tomorrow

$35

Wednesday

$35

Thursday

Friday

$46

Saturday

$35

Sunday

$35

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	11h 15m	10:45 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	10:00 AM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$41	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/20/2026 10:45:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/21/2026 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
FlixBus	13h 15m	11:50 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	1:05 PM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/20/2026 11:50:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/21/2026 1:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 15m
FlixBus	13h 30m	11:35 PM	Rome	Anagnina Bus Station	1:05 PM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Anagnina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/20/2026 11:35:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/21/2026 1:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
FlixBus	12h 20m	12:10 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	12:30 AM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$44	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/20/2026 12:10:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/21/2026 12:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 20m
FlixBus	15h 5m	7:45 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	10:50 PM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$46	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/20/2026 7:45:00 AM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/20/2026 10:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Itabus	10h 40m	10:15 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	8:55 AM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Premium Economy	$35	A Bus from Itabus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/21/2026 10:15:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/22/2026 8:55:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
FlixBus	12h 50m	12:15 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	1:05 PM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/21/2026 12:15:00 AM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/21/2026 1:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 50m
FlixBus	12h 20m	12:10 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	12:30 AM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/21/2026 12:10:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/22/2026 12:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 20m
FlixBus	11h 15m	10:45 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	10:00 AM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/21/2026 10:45:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/22/2026 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Itabus	10h 40m	10:15 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	8:55 AM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Premium Economy	$35	A Bus from Itabus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/22/2026 10:15:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/23/2026 8:55:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
FlixBus	11h 15m	10:45 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	10:00 AM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/22/2026 10:45:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/23/2026 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
FlixBus	15h 25m	12:15 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	3:40 PM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$45	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/22/2026 12:15:00 AM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/22/2026 3:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 25m
FlixBus	12h 20m	12:10 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	12:30 AM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$45	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/22/2026 12:10:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/23/2026 12:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	12h 20m	12:10 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	12:30 AM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$46	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/24/2026 12:10:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/25/2026 12:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 20m
FlixBus	11h 15m	10:45 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	10:00 AM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$46	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/24/2026 10:45:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/25/2026 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
FlixBus	12h 30m	11:50 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	12:20 PM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$48	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/24/2026 11:50:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/25/2026 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 30m
FlixBus	12h 45m	11:35 PM	Rome	Anagnina Bus Station	12:20 PM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$48	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Anagnina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/24/2026 11:35:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/25/2026 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 45m
FlixBus	11h 35m	9:45 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	9:20 AM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$49	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/24/2026 9:45:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/25/2026 9:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Itabus	10h 40m	10:15 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	8:55 AM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Premium Economy	$35	A Bus from Itabus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/25/2026 10:15:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/26/2026 8:55:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
FlixBus	12h 20m	12:10 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	12:30 AM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$40	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/25/2026 12:10:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/26/2026 12:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 20m
FlixBus	11h 15m	10:45 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	10:00 AM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$40	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/25/2026 10:45:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/26/2026 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
FlixBus	11h 35m	9:45 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	9:20 AM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$41	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/25/2026 9:45:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/26/2026 9:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Itabus	10h 40m	10:15 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	8:55 AM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Premium Economy	$35	A Bus from Itabus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/26/2026 10:15:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/27/2026 8:55:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
FlixBus	12h 20m	12:10 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	12:30 AM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$41	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/26/2026 12:10:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/27/2026 12:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 20m
FlixBus	11h 15m	10:45 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	10:00 AM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$41	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/26/2026 10:45:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/27/2026 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
FlixBus	11h 35m	9:45 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	9:20 AM	Lugano	Via Ciani Bus Stop	Economy	$42	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 4/26/2026 9:45:00 PM to Via Ciani Bus Stop, Lugano (Switzerland) arriving at 4/27/2026 9:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Rome to Lugano is $29 on 4/27/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Rome and Lugano

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from Rome to Lugano. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Rome and Lugano.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 24 buses from Rome to Lugano, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Rome and Lugano, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Rome to Lugano

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Itabus that travel 8 times every day by bus from Rome to Lugano in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rome to Lugano starting from $29!

Cheapest Bus	$29
Fastest Bus	10h 40m
Earliest Bus	12:15 AM
Latest Bus	11:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes	8 Ø
Distance	334.3 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Itabus

Cheapest bus connections from Rome to Lugano

Every day, 8 buses from 2 bus companies leave Rome for Lugano: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/20/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 04/19

Monday 04/20

$41

Tuesday 04/21

$39

Wednesday 04/22

$43

Thursday 04/23

Friday 04/24

$46

Saturday 04/25

$35

Sunday 04/26

$35

Monday 04/27

$29

Tuesday 04/28

Wednesday 04/29

$46

Thursday 04/30

$35

Friday 05/01

$45

Saturday 05/02

$52

Sunday 05/03

$47

Monday 05/04

$33

Tuesday 05/05

Wednesday 05/06

Thursday 05/07

Friday 05/08

$45

Saturday 05/09

$35

Sunday 05/10

$46

Monday 05/11

Tuesday 05/12

$43

Wednesday 05/13

Thursday 05/14

$78

Friday 05/15

$49

Saturday 05/16

The cheapest time to travel from Rome to Lugano

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

With a price starting from $29, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Rome to Lugano. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $45.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rome to Lugano, with $29. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $46.

How to save money travelling from Rome to Lugano

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 Rome to Lugano 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 Rome to Lugano, 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 Rome to Lugano are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Rome and Lugano

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

Anagnina Bus Station

Piazzale della Stazione Anagnina

Termini Bus Station

Piazza dei Cinquecento 64

Tiburtina Bus Station

Tiburtina Partenze

Vatican City

Via Crescenzio 19

Via Ciani Bus Stop

Via Giacomo E Filippo Ciani

Noranco

Via Pian Scairolo 7

Bus Station

Via Basilea & Piazzale di Besso

Suvigliana, Funicolare

Piandera, Molini

Service and Comfort on the bus from Rome to Lugano

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

FAQs about the Rome to Lugano bus

How much does a Rome Lugano bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $29 and takes 10h 40m to reach Lugano. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $29 and $79. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Lugano.

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

Every day, the Rome to Lugano bus route is served by approximately 8 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Rome to Lugano is offered by FlixBus and takes 10h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $52. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Rome to Lugano?

The earliest bus arriving in Lugano from Rome starts at 12:15 AM. 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 Rome to Lugano?

The latest bus trip departing from Rome for Lugano starts at 11:50 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 Rome Lugano route?

When traveling by bus from Rome to Lugano, 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 Rome and Lugano?

You can check all the direct connections between Rome and Lugano 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 Rome to Lugano 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 Rome Lugano 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 Rome Lugano 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 Rome to Lugano on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

Premium Economy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

More bus routes to Rome and to Lugano

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