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

The cheapest way to get from Timbuktu to Rome is to drive and fly which costs €240 - €900 and takes 22h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Timbuktu to Rome is to drive and fly which takes 22h 34m and costs €240 - €900.

How far is it from Timbuktu to Rome?

The distance between Timbuktu and Rome is 3418 km.

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

It takes approximately 22h 34m to get from Timbuktu to Rome, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Timbuktu and Rome?

Rome is 2h ahead of Timbuktu. It is currently 10:49 PM in Timbuktu and 12:49 AM in Rome.

Where can I stay near Rome?

There are 21376+ hotels available in Rome.

Timbuktu to Rome - 5 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Timbuktu to Rome by car, plane, train, or bus

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Drive, fly to Fiumicino International Airport
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1. Drive from Timbuktu to Timbuktu Airport (TOM)car
2. Fly from Timbuktu Airport (TOM) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane TOM - FCO
22h 34m
€243–885
Drive, fly to Naples Airport, train
1. Drive from Timbuktu to Timbuktu Airport (TOM)car
2. Fly from Timbuktu Airport (TOM) to Naples Airport (NAP)plane TOM - NAP
3. Take the train from Napoli to Roma Terminitrain
24h 48m
€300–979
Drive, fly to Roma Ciampino Airport
1. Drive from Timbuktu to Timbuktu Airport (TOM)car
2. Fly from Timbuktu Airport (TOM) to Roma Ciampino Airport (CIA)plane TOM - CIA
32h 42m
€342–1,234
Drive, fly to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, train
1. Drive from Timbuktu to Timbuktu Airport (TOM)car
2. Fly from Timbuktu Airport (TOM) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)plane TOM - BLQ
3. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Roma Terminitrain
24h 29m
€330–1,099
Drive, fly to Abruzzo Airport, bus
1. Drive from Timbuktu to Timbuktu Airport (TOM)car
2. Fly from Timbuktu Airport (TOM) to Abruzzo Airport (PSR)plane TOM - PSR
3. Take the bus from Pescara - Airport to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtinabus
37h 14m
€365–1,250

Timbuktu Airport (TOM) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) flights

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19h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 3,417.9 km
Duration: 22h 34m

What companies run services between Timbuktu, Tombouctou Region, Mali and Rome, Italy?

There is no direct connection from Timbuktu to Rome. However, you can drive to Timbuktu Airport (TOM) airport, fly to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO), walk to Fiumicino Aeroporto, then take the line 4571 train to Roma Termini. Alternatively, you can drive to Timbuktu Airport (TOM) airport, fly to Naples Airport (NAP), walk to Napoli - Capodichino Aeroporto, take the bus to Alibus - Garibaldi - Rosa Parks, walk to Napoli, then take the train to Roma Termini.

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