What is the cheapest way to get from Rome to Cesena?

The cheapest way to get from Rome to Cesena is to rideshare which costs €19 and takes 4h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rome to Cesena?

The fastest way to get from Rome to Cesena is to train via Bologna which takes 3h 13m and costs €55 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Rome and Cesena?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arriving at Cesena. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Rome and Cesena?

No, there is no direct train from Rome to Cesena. However, there are services departing from Roma Termini and arriving at Cesena via Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Rome to Cesena?

The distance between Rome and Cesena is 431 km. The road distance is 317.5 km.

How do I travel from Rome to Cesena without a car?

The best way to get from Rome to Cesena without a car is to train via Bologna which takes 3h 13m and costs €55 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Rome to Cesena?

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Rome to Cesena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rome to Cesena bus from?

Rome to Cesena bus services, operated by Sulga Autolinee, depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station.

Where do I catch the Rome to Cesena train from?

Rome to Cesena train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Roma Termini station.

Train or bus from Rome to Cesena?

The best way to get from Rome to Cesena is to train via Bologna which takes 3h 13m and costs €55 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Rome to Cesena bus arrive?

Rome to Cesena bus services, operated by Sulga Autolinee, arrive at Cesena station.

Where does the Rome to Cesena train arrive?

Rome to Cesena train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Bologna centrale station.

Can I drive from Rome to Cesena?

Yes, the driving distance between Rome to Cesena is 318 km. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Rome to Cesena.

How do I get a train ticket from Rome to Cesena?

Book your Rome to Cesena train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rome to Cesena?

Book your Rome to Cesena bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cesena?

There are 1453+ hotels available in Cesena.

Can I share a ride from Rome to Cesena?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Rome and Cesena. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Rome to Cesena - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Rome to Cesena by train (Trenitalia), bus, rideshare, plane, train, or car

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Train via Bologna
best
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Bologna centraletrain 9968 / ...
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Cesenatrain Ic
3h 13m
€55–145
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Rome to Cesenarideshare 318.7 km
4h 52m
€19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Cesenabus
4h 35m
€24–40
Fly to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)plane FCO - BLQ
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Cesenatrain
3h 54m
€58–246
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Riminitrain Fa
4h 44m
€54–157
Drive 317.5 km
1. Drive from Rome to Cesenacar 317.5 km
3h 51m
€50–72
Fly to Florence Peretola Airport, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)plane FCO - FLR
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Bologna Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Cesenatrain
4h 44m
€85–338

Rome to Cesena by bus

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4h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 431.1 km
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Rome, Italy and Cesena, Italy?

You can take a train from Roma Termini to Cesena via Bologna Centrale in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, Sulga Autolinee operates a bus from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Cesena 6 times a week. Tickets cost €25–29 and the journey takes 4h 35m. FlixBus also services this route 5 times a week.

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