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Compare train and bus for Rome to Vatican
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Vatican among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 3 km
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€3 Average price Cheapest | €6 Average price |
49m Average total duration Fastest 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rome to Vatican train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Vatican trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:42 PM Rome | 0h19 | 9:01 PM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:12 PM Rome | 0h19 | 9:31 PM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rome to Vatican
Trains from Rome to Vatican run on average 25 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 25 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 3 km distance in 12m.
Distance 3 km |
Average train duration 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 25 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 5:01 AM |
Last train 11:26 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Rome to Vatican
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Vatican by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vatican, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rome to Vatican
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via della Stazione di San Pietro
- Ristorante La Vittoria
- Osteria dei Pontefici
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Starhotels Michelangelo Rome
- Hotel San Pietro
- Hotel Paolo II
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to various regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 19
- Metro: Closest station is Ottaviano on Line A
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes
- Luggage lockers are located in the station lobby
- Rock n’ Coffee Roma
- Arabian Kebab
- Ingredienti
- McDonald’s
- Numb's Bakery Café
- Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators
- B&B Rome Tiburtina
- B&B Alba Domus Roma
- Hotel delle Province
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Metro lines: LB
- Bus lines: 62, 71, 111, 111F, 120F, 135, 163, 168, 211, 309, 409, n409, n041, C2, C3, Airport Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FA, IC, REG, FL1, FL2, FL3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via Tuscolana
- Ristorante Tuscolano
- Osteria del Cavaliere
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €1
- B&B Hotel Roma Tuscolana San Giovanni
- Hotel Re di Roma
- Hotel Tuscolana
- Patriza’s Home
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and local destinations
- Metro: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
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