Last updated on April 18th, 2021 at 08:25 pm
We will write how to get from Rome airport to city center. The distance from Fiumicino Airport to city center is 33 kilometers and the travel time is around 30 minutes by train and by taxi 40 minutes. The cheapest way from Rome airport to city center is by bus €6 and the travel time is around 50 minutes to reach Rome.
If you go by taxi will be €48 flat rate. The train far from Rome airport is going from €8-14 depending if you choose Leonardo Express or FL1 Regional train. You can also rent a car in Rome airport or get a private transfer that can be cheaper than a taxi from Fiumicino Airport. You’ll need your GPS to track your location for using apps read here Italy sim card for tourist, how to get from Milan Malpensa airport to city center and Florence airport to city center.
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ROME AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER
TRAIN FROM ROME AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER (BEST WAY)
The best way from Rome airport to city center is by train. You can get two trains from Rome airport to city center: Leonardo Express and the local FL1 Regional train. You can buy the train tickets online or in the vending machines at Fiumicino Airport. The ticket is valid for 90 minutes after the validation.
Leonardo Express
Leonardo Express is running every 15-30 minutes starting from 6 38 am until 23:38 and the train fare is €14 for one way ticket. The total travel time from Rome airport to city center is 32 minutes. The final stop is Rome Train Station and if you go to city center will stop around.
FL1 Regional Train
The FL1 Regional train is running from 5 58 am until 23:38 and it costs €8. The FL1 Regional train stops at Ostiense where you can take Metro Line B and it takes 48 minutes to get there since it makes a lot of stops compared with Leonardo Express. But it’s great option if you can get to your accommodation by metro.
ROME AIRPORT BUS TO CITY CENTER (CHEAPEST WAY)
The cheapest way from Rome airport bus to city center is by Terravision bus. There are a few buses leaving Rome airport Terravision at €5.80, Sit Bus €6 to city center. The buses are running every 20-30 minutes from Rome airport to city center starting at 5 am until 11 pm. You can find the buses outside Terminal 3 in Departures at Fiumicino Airport which is 10 minutes walking distance from the Arrivals..
The travel time is around 50 minutes to 1 hour depending on the traffic from Fiumicino Airport to city center and you can buy the tickets online which is cheaper or at the ticket counter little bit more expensive.
The buses from Fiumicino Airport are stopping at Piazza Cavour in Roma city center and last stop Termini Station in Rome Bus Terminal.
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OMNIA CARD
Omnia Card will give you the possibility to visit most of the attractions in Rome for 72 hours. You will avoid lines buying tickets and you will save money if you are planning to visit the most touristic places in Rome.
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TAXI FROM ROME AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER
If you go from Rome airport to city center by taxi the most comfortable, available 24/7 and fastest way. The travel time by taxi is around 40 minutes and the taxi fare from Rome airport to city center is €48. The prices and travel time aren’t fixed and it will depending on traffic and your final destination.
PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION FROM ROME AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER
Hotel transfers are also very easy and convenient but can be a little bit pricey. The transfers are usually available 24 hours and is only ideal if you have the budget and you really want comfort after your flight to Rome. Prices are around €36 and you will be able to fit up to 4 people. It could be €9 per person.
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For sure private transportation will be so comfortable same like taxi, they will wait for you and drive to your final destination without you worrying of anything!
RENTING A CAR IN ROME AIRPORT
There are many options for renting a car in Rome’s airport. It’s the most convenient option if you have a place to park your car in Rome. It will take you 40 minutes to get from Fiumicino Airport to city center with a private car. There are a few agencies like Hertz, Avis, Europcar available in the airport. Prices can be around €30-40 per day.
Car rental option can be great if you are traveling with a few people or a lot of luggage and planning to visit places around Rome. Make sure you have parking place in your hotel or Airbnb since sometimes can be so challenging in Rome.
BEST WAY FROM ROME AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER
The best way from Rome airport to city center is by train and bus. It depends on what you prefer the buses can be next to your accommodation place and you will not have to walk around. The train is faster than the bus. The prices are cheaper by bus €6 but the train is faster if you get the Leonardo Express €14.
If you prefer comfort check private transfers that can be cheaper than a taxi booking online. Great option if you are traveling on a group or with too much luggage.
ACCOMMODATION BUDGET TRAVEL IN ROME
Accommodation in Rome is very expensive than any other countries around Euro. You can access a dorm from that can go up to €18-30. And while a hotel that is double room in a budget can go up to €90. This prices vary depending on how much luxurious you want to. Also prices of accommodation can go up and down depending on what season you choose to go. Click here to get $30 USD off your first booking with AirBnB!
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FOOD BUDGET TRAVEL IN ITALY
Food budget travel in Italy can go €20 per day. The typical usual breakfast consists of coffee. You wouldn’t leave Italy without having pasta or pizza. You can try them in local restaurants for €10 per person or even less. We really loved cheese, bread and salads in Italy!
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BEST TIME TO VISIT IN ITALY
In Italy every season brings out a different side. Summer takes place during the months of June-August in these months you’ll experience a high temperature. September to December the temperature cools down quite a bit and it is the perfect time to enjoy long walks through stunning neighborhood.
And Spring season during the months of March-May is the best time to visit Italy. It starts out with chilly and gets warm, it is a perfect time to spend the day exploring the city’s beautiful garden, at night it remains pretty cold.
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CASH AND ATMS IN ITALY
The currency used all throughout Italy is Euro just like all European country. The exact currency of Euro to dollar is A €1 = $1.13678 USD. You can use debit cards everywhere in Italy. ATM’s are available and accessible in all part of the country.
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Ruben Arribas is a Spanish traveler who has traveled more than 70+ countries around the world. Now based in the Philippines!
