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 Rome, take the 916F bus from Cavalleggeri/Gregory VII station to Dark Shops station. Next, take the 51 bus from Ara Coeli/Venice Square station to St. Gregory station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 31 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.

31min€1.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 916F916F
Bus - 5151
Walk to Colosseum
Leaves from Cavalleggeri/Gregory VII

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cavalleggeri/Gregory VII
    ID 73167
    370 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 916F916F
    Wait for bus
    916F
    Piazza Venezia
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dark Shops
    ID 30946
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ara Coeli/Venice Square
    ID 80610
    180 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    San Giovanni Metro
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St. Gregory
    ID 72066
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Colosseum
    Walk to
    Colosseum
    380 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from St. Peter's Basilica to Colosseum by bus via 916F and 81

To get from St. Peter's Basilica to Colosseum in Rome, take the 916F bus from Cavalleggeri/Gregory VII station to Torre Argentina Street station. Next, take the 81 bus from Torre Argentina Street station to St. Gregory station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 37 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.

37min€1.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 916F916F
Bus - 8181
Walk to Colosseum
Leaves from Cavalleggeri/Gregory VII

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cavalleggeri/Gregory VII
    ID 73167
    370 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 916F916F
    Wait for bus
    916F
    Piazza Venezia
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Torre Argentina Street
    ID 79711
    9 min
  • 4
    Bus - 8181
    Wait for bus
    81
    Malatesta (MC)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St. Gregory
    ID 72066
    12 min
  • 6
    Walk to Colosseum
    Walk to
    Colosseum
    380 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, Rome and Colosseum, Rome is approximately 5.47 km, which can typically be travelled in 31 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 Rome – 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from St. Peter's Basilica to Colosseum by bus via 916F and 81

To get from St. Peter's Basilica to Colosseum in Rome, take the 916F bus from Cavalleggeri/Gregory VII station to Torre Argentina Street station. Next, take the 81 bus from Torre Argentina Street station to St. Gregory station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 37 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.

37min€1.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 916F916F
Bus - 8181
Walk to Colosseum
Leaves from Cavalleggeri/Gregory VII

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cavalleggeri/Gregory VII
    ID 73167
    370 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 916F916F
    Wait for bus
    916F
    Piazza Venezia
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Torre Argentina Street
    ID 79711
    9 min
  • 4
    Bus - 8181
    Wait for bus
    81
    Malatesta (MC)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St. Gregory
    ID 72066
    12 min
  • 6
    Walk to Colosseum
    Walk to
    Colosseum
    380 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 31 minutes, using Bus line Venezia Square - Primavalle, Bus line Circular San Giovanni (MA-MC) - Colosseo (MB) - Largo Chigi.

  • What is the alternative route to get from St. Peter's Basilica to Colosseum?

    The alternative route takes 37 minutes, using Bus line Venezia Square - Primavalle, Bus line Risorgimento Square - Malatesta (MC).

  • 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 31 min.

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

    The 916F bus line goes from Cavalleggeri/Gregory VII station near St. Peter's Basilica in Rome and Lazio to Piazza Venezia station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Piazza Venezia station near Colosseum in Rome.

  • 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 Rome by bus is about 31 min.

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

    Get on the 916F bus from the Cavalleggeri/Gregory VII 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 Piazza Venezia stop, which is closest to Colosseum in Rome.

  • 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.

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