There are 6 ways to get from Rome to San Donaci by train, bus, night bus, car or plane
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
Train
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Take the train from Roma Termini to Brindisi
Cheapest option
Fly to Brindisi, train, bus
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Fly from Rome (FCO) to Brindisi (BDS)
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Take the train from Brindisi to S. Pietro Vernotico
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Take the bus from San Pietro Vernotico to San Donaci
4 alternative options
Bus
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Take the bus from Rome Tiburtina Bus station to Taranto
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Take the bus from Taranto - Porto Mercantile to San Donaci
Night bus, bus
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Take the night bus from Rome Tiburtina Bus station to Taranto
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Take the bus from Taranto - Porto Mercantile to San Donaci
Drive
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Drive from Rome to San Donaci
Fly to Bari, train
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Fly from Rome (FCO) to Bari (BRI)
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Take the train from Bari Centrale to S. Pietro Vernotico
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If you need help, visit the national COVID-19 website or call the COVID-19 Helpline 1500
Frequently Asked Questions
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
- FFP2 masks are required on all public transport
The national COVID-19 helpline number in San Donaci is 1500.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in San Donaci is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in San Donaci is 1.5 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 1500.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Rome to San Donaci is to night bus and bus which costs €29 - €40 and takes 10h 5m.
The quickest way to get from Rome to San Donaci is to fly and train and bus which costs €19 - €170 and takes 5h 25m.
No, there is no direct bus from Rome station to San Donaci. However, there are services departing from Rome Tiburtina Bus station and arriving at San Donaci via Taranto - Porto Mercantile. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.
The distance between Rome and San Donaci is 482 km. The road distance is 638.9 km.
The best way to get from Rome to San Donaci without a car is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs €40 - €130.
It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Rome to San Donaci, including transfers.
Rome to San Donaci bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rome Tiburtina Bus station.
The best way to get from Rome to San Donaci is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs €40 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €65 and takes 9h 5m.
The quickest flight from Rome Airport to Brindisi Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 10m.
Rome to San Donaci bus services, operated by Società Trasporti Pubblici Brindisi SpA, arrive at San Donaci station.
- Distance: 481.5 km
- Duration: 6h 53m
What companies run services between Rome, Italy and San Donaci, Italy?
Trenitalia Frecce operates a train from Roma Termini to Brindisi every 4 hours. Tickets cost €40 - €130 and the journey takes 5h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rome to San Donaci via Taranto and Taranto - Porto Mercantile in around 9h 5m.
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Rome to Brindisi
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €9 - €160
Flights from Rome to Bari
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €6 - €95
- Website
- alitalia.com
Flights from Rome to Brindisi
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €200
Flights from Rome to Bari
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €180
Trenitalia’s high-speed Frecce trains run on specialised tracks and have a greater level of service and comfort than InterCity and regional trains. There are three types of Frecce trains: Frecciarossa, (the fastest; connects major Italian cities); Frecciargento (mostly connect Rome to other Italian cities); and Frecciabianca (the slowest Frecce trains). Frecciarossa trains offer four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Standard, Premium, Business and Executive. All Frecce tickets include a seat reservation and must be purchased before boarding the train.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Roma Termini to Brindisi
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 8m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €40 - €130
- Website
- Trenitalia Frecce
- Super Economy
- €40 - €60
- Base Standard
- €70 - €100
- Base Premium
- €85 - €130
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Brindisi to S. Pietro Vernotico
- Ave. Duration
- 10 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €1 - €4
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- €3 - €4
Train from Bari Centrale to S. Pietro Vernotico
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 33m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €9 - €18
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- €16 - €18
Frequently asked questions
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 Rome Tiburtina Bus station to Taranto
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 40m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €26 - €35
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
- Phone
- +39 06 88 93 82 32
- Website
- itabus.it
Bus from Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni to Taranto Porto Mercantile Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 25m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €5 - €20
- Website
- Itabus
- Phone
- +39 080 3112335
- info@marinobus.it
- Website
- marinobus.it
Bus from Rome Tiburtina to Taranto Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 15m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €55
- Website
- Marino Autolinee
- Phone
- 0831 54 91
- Website
- stpbrindisi.it
Bus from Taranto - Porto Mercantile to San Donaci
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €3 - €6
- Schedules at
- stpbrindisi.it
Bus from San Pietro Vernotico to San Donaci
- Ave. Duration
- 15 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €1 - €2
- Schedules at
- stpbrindisi.it
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More Questions & Answers
Yes, the driving distance between Rome to San Donaci is 639 km. It takes approximately 6h 8m to drive from Rome to San Donaci.
Alitalia and Ryanair offer flights from Rome Airport to Brindisi Airport.
There are 3519+ hotels available in San Donaci. Prices start at €100 per night.
The best way to get from Rome to Rome Airport is to train which takes 32 min and costs €7 - €35.