How do we get from Rome airport to the city center?
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- Mar 27
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Rome has two main international airports: Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino (FCO) and Ciampino (CIA) . Below I will show you how to get to the city center from these airports.

Leonardo Express train
Description: Direct flight between Fiumicino Airport and Roma Termini Train Station.
Travel time: Approximately 32 minutes.
Departure frequency: every 15-30 minutes, depending on the time of day and day.
Ticket price: 14 EUR one way.
Ticket purchase: Online or on site.
Note: The train departs directly from the airport terminal.
FL1 regional train
Description: A train departing from the airport that stops at several stations in Rome, such as Trastevere, Ostiense and Tiburtina.
Travel time: Varies, depending on destination.
Departure frequency: every 15 minutes.
Ticket price: 8 EUR one way.
Note: This train does not stop at Termini station.
Providers: SIT Bus Shuttle and Terravision , among others.
Route: Airport – Roma Termini train station.
Travel time: Approximately 60 minutes, depending on traffic.
Departure frequency: every 30-50 minutes.
Ticket price: 7 EUR one way, 13 EUR return ticket.
Ticket purchase: On the bus or online
Taxi
Description: Official taxis are available at the airport exit.
Price: Fixed fare around 48 EUR to the city center.
Note: Always make sure you use an official taxi to avoid any inconvenience.

Ciampino Airport (CIA) – City Center
Bus routes
Providers: For example, SIT Bus Shuttle and Terravision .
Route: Airport – Roma Termini train station.
Travel time: Approximately 40 minutes, depending on traffic.
Departure frequency: every 15-30 minutes.
Ticket price: Approximately 6 EUR one way.
Ticket purchase: Online or on site.
Bus and metro combination
Description: From the airport you can take a local bus to the nearest metro station (Anagnina – Line A), and then take the metro to the city center.
Travel time: Approximately 60 minutes in total.
Ticket price: Bus ticket is about 1.20 EUR, metro ticket is 1.50 EUR.
Taxi
Description: Official taxis are available at the airport exit.
Price: Fixed fare around 30 EUR to the city center.
Note: Always make sure you use an official taxi to avoid any inconvenience.
More tips:
Ticket purchase: It is recommended to purchase tickets online in advance, especially for bus services, to secure your seat. There are ticket variations !
Timetables: Check the operators' official websites for updated timetables and prices.
Night Arrival: In case of late evening arrival, please inquire in advance about available transfer options as some services may be limited.
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