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Rome
↳ Parisby bus.

Bus services from Rome to Paris are listed on 12Go, where you can compare operators, departure times and prices for your date. The road distance is about 1436 km. By car that is roughly 15 h 15 min without stops; buses usually take longer once pickups and rest breaks are included.

1436 km by road~15 h 15 min by carBorder crossing
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Illustrative map: lines show connections, not the road taken. Outlines: Natural Earth.

THE SHORT VERSION

Rome to Paris at a glance.

From
Rome Roma
Road distance
About 1436 km
Straight line
1107 km
Car time, no stops
~15 h 15 min buses take longer
Return route
Paris to Rome →
Border
Italy → France. 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 Paris

Bercy is on Métro lines 6 and 14; Gare de Lyon is a short walk away.

  • Paris Bercy Seine coach station
    Next to the Parc de Bercy and Gare de Bercy. FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and many international services.
  • Other stops
    Some services use stops such as Porte Maillot, Gare de l'Est or Paris airports.
Paris
Paris. Photo: Yann Caradec from Paris, France, 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 Paris
  • Check your exact stop: Paris has several coach stops besides Bercy.
  • Allow extra time in Paris traffic, especially for evening departures.

KEEP GOING

From Paris, the road continues.

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GOOD QUESTIONS

Before you take your seat.

How far is Rome from Paris by road?+

About 1436 km by road (1107 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.

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

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

Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Paris to Rome guide.

Where does the bus from Rome arrive in Paris?+

It depends on the operator. In Paris, services use Paris Bercy Seine coach station, Other stops. Bercy is on Métro lines 6 and 14; Gare de Lyon is a short walk away.

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

Bercy is on Métro lines 6 and 14; Gare de Lyon is a short walk away.

What kind of bus runs from Rome to Paris?+

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 Paris 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 Paris by bus?+

Direct buses from Paris include Brussels, Lyon, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Greater London and more. See all connections on our Paris bus page.

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

Italy and France 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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