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Rome, Italy is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. Luckily, taking public transportation from Rome’s airport to the city center is inexpensive and convenient! Read on to have all of your questions answered!
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Where is Rome's Airport?
There are two airports that serve Rome.
Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The Leonardo da Vinci International Airport, also known as Fiumicino Airport (FCO), is the busiest airport in Italy. If you are traveling internationally, you will likely arrive at this airport.
How Far Away is Rome From FCO Airport?
The FCO Airport is located about 35 kilometers (22 miles) southwest of the city center of Rome.
Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
The Ciampino Airport (CIA) is a smaller airport that normally serves European budget airlines, such as Wizz Air and Ryanair.
How Far Away is Rome From CIA Airport?
The CIA Airport is located about 12 kilometers (7.5 miles) southeast of the city center of Rome.
Getting From FCO Airport to Rome
Train to Rome
Trains are the most frequent means of public transport between FCO Airport and Rome. You can either take the Leonardo Express, which is a direct train to Termini Station, or you can take the F1 regional train.
It is very easy to reach the train station from the airport. From baggage claim, you will see plenty of signs that guide you to the train station. It takes 5-10 minutes to walk there, and the entire walk is covered, so you won’t need to worry about getting wet from rain.
Leonardo Express
The Leonardo Express is a direct train via Trenitalia that runs to Termini Station in central Rome. It runs between 6:30 AM and 11:30 PM, with trains coming every 15 minutes. The trip takes 32 minutes.
A one-way ticket costs about 14 EUR.
F1 Regional Train
If you are not staying near Termini Station, you can also take the F1 regional train. This train runs every 15 minutes, with stops at Trastevere, Ostiense, Tuscolana and Tiburtina stations. The trip takes about 30 minutes, and is more suited to travelers without much luggage.
A one-way ticket costs about 8 EUR.
Bus to Rome
A cheaper option for going to Rome from the FCO Airport is by taking a bus. This is what I did, and it was very easy.
From baggage claim, you will see signs leading you to where the bus tickets are sold. Look for the pillar with the number 11, and you will find the line to buy bus tickets. The buses to Termini Station are usually parked near pillars 14 and 15.
The ticket cost about 6 EUR and the trip took about 1 hour with traffic.
Getting From CIA Airport to Rome
520 Bus and Subway to Rome
If you are coming from CIA Airport, you can get to Rome for only 1.5 EUR!
First, buy a bus ticket for Bus 520. You can buy these online or outside of the airport. It costs 1.5 EUR. Once it is activated after entering the bus, you can take any public transportation with the same ticket for 100 minutes.
The 520 bus comes every 30 minutes and will drop you off at Cinecittà Station on Line A of the Rome Metro. Once there, use your same ticket to go to Termini Station.
Termini Station
Once you arrive at Termini Station, you can take a bus, get private transportation, or walk to your accommodation.
Termini Station is Rome’s biggest train station. If you plan on visiting other parts of Italy, I recommend staying near Termini Station. You will be able to easily travel across the country, or even take a day trip to San Marino, Vatican City, or other places, via the trains and buses at Termini Station.
Where to Stay in Rome
Rome is a huge city with tons of options for accommodations.
For budget travelers, I recommend staying at Palladini Hostel Rome. This is where I stayed, and the social atmosphere of this hostel helped me meet some cool people! It is also conveniently located near Termini Station.
For a truly luxurious experience, check out Umiltà 36. This 5-star hotel is located right next to the Trevi Fountain, a popular attraction in Rome.
Check out the map below to see available accommodations.
