There are 5 ways to get from Malta to Rome by plane, bus and ferry, train or bus
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Fly to Rome
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Fly from Malta (MLA) to Rome (FCO)
Cheapest option
Fly to Rome Ciampino
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Fly from Malta (MLA) to Rome Ciampino (CIA)
3 alternative options
Bus and ferry, train
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Take the bus and ferry from Valletta to Catania
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Take the train from Catania Centrale to Roma Termini
Bus and ferry, bus
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Take the bus and ferry from Valletta to Catania
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Take the bus from Catania Via D'Amico to Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni
Bus and ferry, bus via Naples
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Take the bus and ferry from Valletta to Catania
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Take the bus from Catania Via D'Amico to Naples Metropark Central Parking
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Take the bus from Naples Metropark Central Parking to Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni
Malta (MLA) to Rome (FCO) flights
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International entry into Italy from Malta
- Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Malta
Conditions of entry into Italy from Malta
- There are no current restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, entry into Italy is currently allowed from Malta.
Explore travel optionsDomestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply
- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
- FFP2 masks are required on all public transport
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Rome is 1500.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Rome is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Rome is 1.5 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 1500.
No, returning to Malta from Italy is currently allowed.
See options for return travel.
Last updated: 3 Oct 2022
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Malta to Rome is to fly which costs €55 - €310 and takes 2h 14m.
The quickest way to get from Malta to Rome is to fly which costs €55 - €310 and takes 2h 14m.
No, there is no direct bus from Malta to Rome. However, there are services departing from San Pawl il-Bahar and arriving at Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni via Valletta and Catania Via D'Amico. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 38m.
It is approximately 689 km to get from Malta to Rome.
The best way to get from Malta to Rome without a car is to bus and ferry and train which takes 17h 13m and costs €120 - €150.
It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Malta to Rome, including transfers.
Malta to Rome bus services, operated by Virtu Ferries Ltd, depart from Valletta station.
The quickest flight from Malta Airport to Rome Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 25m.
Malta to Rome bus services, operated by Itabus, arrive at Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni station.
Alitalia, Air Malta and Ryanair offer flights from Malta Airport to Rome Airport.
- Distance: 689.4 km
- Duration: 2h 14m
What companies run services between Malta and Rome, Italy?
Air Malta, Alitalia and Ryanair fly from Qormi to Rome 3 times a day.
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Malta to Rome via Catania
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 16m
- When
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €28 - €310
Flights from Malta to Rome Ciampino
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €360
- Website
- airmalta.com
Flights from Malta to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 26m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €45 - €370
- Website
- alitalia.com
Flights from Malta to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 26m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €45 - €370
Trenitalia’s Intercity (IC) trains are slower than the high-speed Frecce trains but are still a good way to travel between major cities and towns, with routes including Rome to Naples, Venice to Bologna and Milan to Genoa. Tickets usually open for booking 90 days ahead of travel, and you’ll need make a seat reservation before boarding. All IC trains have 1st and 2nd class carriages as well as a bar buffet car, air conditioning and power sockets. InterCity trains that run at night are called InterCity Notte (ICN).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Catania Centrale to Roma Termini
- Ave. Duration
- 10h 20m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €65
- Website
- Trenitalia Intercity
- 2nd Class
- €40 - €65
- Phone
- (+356) 22069999
- res@virtuferries.com
- Website
- virtuferries.com
Bus and ferry from Valletta to Catania
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 15m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €82
- Website
- Virtu Ferries Ltd
- Phone
- +39 06 88 93 82 32
- Website
- itabus.it
Bus from Catania Via D'Amico to Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni
- Ave. Duration
- 11h 45m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €2 - €22
- Website
- Itabus
Bus from Catania Via D'Amico to Naples Metropark Central Parking
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 55m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €2 - €22
- Website
- Itabus
Bus from Naples Metropark Central Parking to Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €2 - €40
- Website
- Itabus
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Catania to Rome Tiburtina Bus station
- Ave. Duration
- 11h 40m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €45
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
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