How to Get from Rome to Lucca
Rome to Lucca is 271 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 3h 01m by train. The trip takes 4h by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Rome to Lucca by price and travel time (route calculated on 10 November 2026).
- First bus at 07:55, last at 20:55
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Rome to Lucca. The most useful door-to-door route takes 4h 20m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 271 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
271 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €35Our estimate, not a fare we saw | 3h 01mFastest1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €13Omio catalogue, Nov 10 | 4hdirect | See Bus details |
- Train€35Our estimate, not a fare we saw3h 01m · 1 transferFastestSee Train details
- Bus€13Omio catalogue, Nov 104h · directSee Bus details
These figures come from different days, and some are our estimates. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Rome to Lucca: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Rome Tiburtina → Luccabus
FlixBus·4h 20m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Rome to Lucca
FlixBus publishes departures from 07:55 to 20:55.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 07:55 | 20:55 |
| Marino, FlixBusbus | 13:50 | 13:50 |
All departures FlixBus
- 07:55
- 08:55
- 19:55
- 20:55
All departures Marino, FlixBus
- 13:50
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Nov 10.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
FlixBusRome Tiburtina-LuccaSee live options and dates →
TRENITALIARoma-FlorenceBook →12GoFlorence-LuccaSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with FlixBus, TRENITALIA, 12Go.
How the Trip from Rome to Lucca Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 10 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Rome Tiburtina to Lucca, about 4h 20m. In total it's roughly €18 over 4h 20m, direct, no transfers.
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Rome to Lucca: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Rome to Lucca?
Routavio's route check on 10 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 4h 20m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Rome to Lucca?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 07:55 and the last at 20:55, from Rome Tiburtina, according to the published timetable.
Which station does the bus from Rome to Lucca leave from?
Rome Tiburtina with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Lucca from Rome?
About 271 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Rome to Lucca cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €18. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Rome to Lucca?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, TRENITALIA, 12Go.
Can you get from Rome to Lucca without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 2h 57m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Rome to Lucca?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, TRENITALIA, 12Go
Route calculated: 10 Nov 2026