Last updated on January 17th, 2023 at 06:54 pm
We will write how to get from Rome airport to Colosseum. The distance from Fiumicino Airport to Colosseum is 30 kilometers. Click here to book online Vatican entrance ticket and booking Colosseum Rome entrance ticket.
The travel time from Rome airport to Colosseum is around 40 minutes by train that you can book online and by taxi 40 minutes. If you go by taxi, the taxi fare will be around €50-60. Read here how to get from Rome airport to city center, Rome Ciampino airport to city center and how to get from Rome airport to Vatican City
The cheapest way from Rome airport to Colosseum is by bus for €6 and you can book online. The travel time by bus from Fiumicino Airport to Colosseum is around 1 hour to reach Rome Colosseum.
The train is far and going from Rome airport to Rome Train Station 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.
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WHERE TO STAY IN ROME
You can access a dorm that can go up to €18-30. And while a hotel that is a double room in a budget can go up to €90.
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ROME AIRPORT TO COLOSSEUM
TRAIN FROM ROME AIRPORT TO COLOSSEUM (BEST WAY)
The best way from Rome airport to Colosseum is by train. You can get two trains from Rome airport to Colosseum: 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 From Rome Airport To Colosseum
Leonardo Express is running every 15-30 minutes starting from 6 38 am until 23:38 and the train fare is €14 for a one-way ticket. The total travel time from Rome airport to Rome Termini Train Station is 32 minutes. The final stop is Rome Train Station and you will have to transfer for a Regional train going to Colosseum.
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FL1 Regional Train From Rome Airport To Colosseum
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 from Piramide to Colosseum.
The travel time from Rome airport to Colosseum is around 1 hour since it makes a lot of stops compared with Leonardo Express. But it’s a great option if you can get to your accommodation by metro.
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ROME AIRPORT BUS TO COLOSSEUM (CHEAPEST WAY)
The cheapest way from Rome airport bus to Colosseum is by Terravision bus. There are a few buses leaving Rome airport Terravision at €5.80, Sit Bus €6 to Colosseum around city center.
The buses are running every 20-30 minutes from Rome airport to Rome Colosseum 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 from Rome airport to Rome Bus Terminal is around 50 minutes to 1 hour depending on the traffic from Fiumicino Airport 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 and the last stop Termini Station in Rome Bus Terminal. You will have to walk 20-30 minutes if you go by bus to reach the Colosseum or taking a bus or a metro around €2 and 15 minutes travel time.
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TAXI FROM ROME AIRPORT TO COLOSSEUM
If you go from Rome airport to Colosseum by taxi the most comfortable, available 24/7 and fastest way. The travel time by taxi from Rome airport to Colosseum is around 40 minutes.
The taxi fare from Rome airport to Colosseum is €50-60. The prices and travel time aren’t fixed and it will depend on traffic and your final destination.
UBER ROME AIRPORT TO COLOSSEUM
If you are ordering Uber in Rome you should know that prices are similar to taxi. You can pre-book with Uber app from your phone and go to the pickup point in the airport. Expect to pay around €50-60 depending on your destination and time of the day.
PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION FROM ROME AIRPORT TO COLOSSEUM
Hotel transfers are also very easy and convenient but can be a little bit pricey. The transfers are usually available 24 hours and are only ideal if you have the budget and want comfort after your flight to Rome. Prices are around €60 and you will be able to fit up to 4 people. It could be €15 per person.
RENTING A CAR AT 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 or planning to move around. It will take you 40 minutes to get from Fiumicino Airport to Colosseum by private car. There are a few agencies like Hertz, Avis, Europcar available in the airport. Prices can be around €30-40 per day.
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BEST WAY FROM ROME AIRPORT TO COLOSSEUM
The best way from Rome airport to Colosseum is by train faster than the bus. The prices are cheaper by bus €6 but the train is faster if you get the Leonardo Express €14. You will have to transfer to the metro in both cases or have a long walk 20-30 minutes from Rome Bus Terminal or Train Station.
If you prefer comfort check private transfers that can be cheaper than a taxi booking online. A great option if you are traveling in a group or with too much luggage.
Rome Colosseum Entrance Fee and Opening Hours
Rome Colosseum entrance fee is €21. Click here to book online Colosseum Entrance Ticket
Rome Colosseum opening hours start from 9 am to 5 pm in winter. From March to September Rome Colosseum opening hours is from 9 am to 7 pm.
CASH AND ATMS IN ITALY
The currency used all throughout Italy is Euro just like all European countries. The exact currency of the Euro to the dollar is A €1 = $1.03678 USD. You can use debit cards everywhere in Italy. ATMs are available and accessible in all parts of the country.
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Ruben Arribas is the co-founder of Gamintraveler and a Spanish traveler who has traveled to more than 100 countries around the world. He is now a full-time digital nomad.