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How to get from St. Peter's Basilica to Colosseum by bus?

From St. Peter's Basilica to Colosseum by bus

To get from St. Peter's Basilica to Colosseum in Roma, take the 64 bus from Cavalleggeri/Fornaci station to Ara Coeli/Venice Square station. Next, take the 85 bus from Ara Coeli/Venice Square station to St. Gregory station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The ride fare is €1.50. The bus schedule from St. Peter's Basilica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Colosseum on the Moovit app.

35min€1.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 6464
Bus - 8585
Walk to Colosseum
Leaves from Cavalleggeri/Fornaci

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cavalleggeri/Fornaci
    ID 78026
    400 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 6464
    Wait for bus
    64
    Termini (Metro A-Metro B-Railway)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ara Coeli/Venice Square
    ID 80610
    13 min
  • 4
    Bus - 8585
    Wait for bus
    85
    Arco Di Travertino (Metro A)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St. Gregory
    ID 72066
    9 min
  • 6
    Walk to Colosseum
    Walk to
    Colosseum
    390 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from St. Peter's Basilica to Colosseum

The distance between St. Peter's Basilica, Roma and Colosseum, Roma is approximately 5.21 km, which can typically be travelled in 35 min. Moovit will show you the directions from St. Peter's Basilica to Colosseum by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Roma – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from St. Peter's Basilica to Colosseum

To check the bus schedule from St. Peter's Basilica to Colosseum using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (St. Peter's Basilica) and destination (Colosseum), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from St. Peter's Basilica to Colosseum?

    The fastest way takes 35 minutes, using Bus line 64, Bus line 85.

  • Is there a direct bus between St. Peter's Basilica and Colosseum?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 35 min.

  • Which bus line goes from St. Peter's Basilica to Colosseum?

    The 64 bus line goes from Cavalleggeri/Fornaci station near St. Peter's Basilica in Rome and Lazio to Ara Coeli/Venice Square station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ara Coeli/Venice Square station near Colosseum in Roma.

  • How long does it take to travel from St. Peter's Basilica to Colosseum by bus?

    The total travel time between St. Peter's Basilica in Rome and Lazio and Colosseum in Roma by bus is about 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near St. Peter's Basilica to get to Colosseum?

    Get on the 64 bus from the Cavalleggeri/Fornaci stop near St. Peter's Basilica in Rome and Lazio.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between St. Peter's Basilica and Colosseum?

    Get off the bus at the Ara Coeli/Venice Square stop, which is closest to Colosseum in Roma.

  • When is the last train from St. Peter's Basilica to Colosseum?

    The last train from St. Peter's Basilica in Rome and Lazio to Colosseum in Roma is the Roma Ostiense - Vigna Clara / Viterbo line. It leaves the Roma San Pietro station at 1:16 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from St. Peter's Basilica to Colosseum?

    The ride from St. Peter's Basilica to Colosseum costs €1.50.