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

The cheapest way to get from Rome to Cosenza is to rideshare which costs €26 and takes 6h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rome to Cosenza is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs €35 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Rome and Cosenza?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arriving at Cosenza. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Rome and Cosenza?

No, there is no direct train from Rome to Cosenza. However, there are services departing from Roma Termini and arriving at Cosenza via Paola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Rome to Cosenza?

The distance between Rome and Cosenza is 496 km. The road distance is 512.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Rome to Cosenza without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs €35 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Rome to Cosenza, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rome to Cosenza bus from?

Rome to Cosenza bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station.

Where do I catch the Rome to Cosenza train from?

Rome to Cosenza train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Roma Termini station.

Train or bus from Rome to Cosenza?

The best way to get from Rome to Cosenza is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs €35 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €75 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Rome to Cosenza bus arrive?

Rome to Cosenza bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cosenza station.

Where does the Rome to Cosenza train arrive?

Rome to Cosenza train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Paola station.

Can I drive from Rome to Cosenza?

Yes, the driving distance between Rome to Cosenza is 512 km. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Rome to Cosenza.

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

Book your Rome to Cosenza train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Rome to Cosenza bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Cosenza?

There are 488+ hotels available in Cosenza.

Can I share a ride from Rome to Cosenza?

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

Rome to Cosenza - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 9 ways to get from Rome to Cosenza by train (Trenitalia), train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to PaolaFr / ...
4h 23m
€37–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Cosenza1558 / ...
6h 10m
€19–75
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Napoli Centrale9927 / ...
2. Take the bus from Napoli, Autostazione Metropark to Cosenza Bus StationItabus
5h 53m
€32–131
Drive 512.1 km
1. Drive from Rome to Cosenza512.1 km
4h 49m
€79–114
Fly to Lamezia Terme International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF)FCO - SUF
2. Take the bus from Lamezia Terme Airport to Cosenza
4h 42m
€48–220
Train via Casoria
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Napoli AfragolaFr / ...
2. Take the train from Napoli Afragola to PaolaFr / ...
5h 23m
€39–128
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Rome to Cosenza511.9 km
6h 12m
€26
Fly to Reggio Calabria Airport, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Reggio Calabria Airport (REG)FCO - REG
2. Take the train from Reggio Calabria C.Le to Paola
6h 37m
€68–267
Fly to Crotone Airport, bus
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Crotone Airport (CRV)FCO - CRV
2. Take the bus from Crotone to Cosenza - Autostazione
7h 7m
€106–358

Rome to Cosenza by train

121Weekly Trains

4h 23mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 496.2 km
Duration: 4h 23m

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

Trenitalia Frecce operates a train from Roma Termini to Paola every 3 hours. Tickets cost €50–130 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Cosenza 4 times a day. Tickets cost €22–60 and the journey takes 6h 10m. Two other operators also service this route.

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