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Prague
↳ Romeby bus.

Bus services from Prague to Rome are listed on 12Go, where you can compare operators, departure times and prices for your date. The road distance is about 1306 km. By car that is roughly 13 h 30 min without stops; buses usually take longer once pickups and rest breaks are included.

1306 km by road~13 h 30 min by carBorder crossing
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Illustrative map: lines show connections, not the road taken. Outlines: Natural Earth.

THE SHORT VERSION

Prague to Rome at a glance.

From
Prague Praha
To
Rome Roma
Road distance
About 1306 km
Straight line
923 km
Car time, no stops
~13 h 30 min buses take longer
Return route
Not listed as direct
Border
Czechia → Italy. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Right place. Right bus. Better start.

1

Leaving Prague

Prague is a major coach hub for central Europe, with frequent buses to Vienna, Munich, Berlin, Budapest and Kraków. The main coach station is Florenc, east of the centre.

  • ÚAN Praha-Florenc
    East of the centre, at Florenc metro (lines B and C). Most long-distance coaches.
  • Na Knížecí
    By Anděl metro (line B). Some domestic and international services.
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 Prague from Rome by road?+

About 1306 km by road (923 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.

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

We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 13 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 Prague?+

It depends on the operator. Main options in Prague include ÚAN Praha-Florenc, Na Knížecí, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.

Is there a bus back from Rome to Prague?+

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

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

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

Czechia and Italy 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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