How to travel from London to Rome

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from London to Rome

You can get from London to Rome by train, bus or flight.

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To get from London to Rome on Mar 22 we recommend taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

09:40AMLondon Gatwick Airport2h35 01:15PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
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06:45AMLondon Gatwick Airport2h30 10:15AMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
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04:40PMLondon Gatwick Airport2h30 08:10PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
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03:10PMLondon Gatwick Airport2h30 06:40PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
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Travel Information between London and Rome

distanceDistance1433 km
modeAvailable travel modesCoach, flight or train
priceTicket price range€6 - €155
cheapestCheapest modeTrain • €6 • 23 h 34 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • €67 • 2 h 40 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixbus or Vueling

Travel 1433 km by coach, flight or train to Rome from London. If speed is a priority, then a flight is the best option with an average duration of 2 h 40 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a train is the best option with prices starting as low as €6. The most popular travel providers which serve this route are Flixbus or Vueling among others. Travellers can even take a direct flight from London to Rome.

Travel Tips: Travel from London to Rome

Travel Tips: Travel to Rome easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Rome.
FAQs

Travel from London, United Kingdom to Rome, Italy is: Unrestricted.

Is international entry into Rome from London restricted?

International entry is currently allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of United Kingdom.

Do I need to self-quarantine upon arrival to Rome, Italy from London?

Entry Requirements:

  • There are no current restrictions

What are the COVID-19 safety measures to follow in Rome, Italy?

The government of Italy has imposed the following measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

  • Social distance requirement: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
  • Face mask requirement: Recommended

The above information was last verified on 3/8/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your trip from London to Rome closer to your planned date of departure here.

The current restriction level for returning to London, United Kingdom from Italy is: Unrestricted.

Am I allowed to reenter London, United Kingdom from Rome, Italy?

Reentering United Kingdom is currently allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Italy

Do I need to self-quarantine when I arrive back to London from Rome?

  • There are no current restrictions

Which rules do I need to follow in London, United Kingdom regarding COVID-19?

All travellers returning to United Kingdom must observe the following safety measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the country:

  • Physical distance: metre (s) ( feet)
  • Face masks: Regional advice

The information above was last checked on 2/21/23. We do our best to keep this information up-to-date, but regulations can change due to the nature of the coronavirus pandemic, so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your trip back to London from Rome here.

There are 3 ways that you can travel from London to Rome. You can take a coach, flight or train.

The cheapest way from London to Rome is by taking a train. You can find average ticket prices around €6 compared to other travel options to Rome:

A train journey is usually €149 less than a journey to Rome by coach, which costs on average €155 for the same trip.

A train is generally €61 less than a flight for the same trip. A flight costs on average €67 from London to Rome.

The quickest way to travel from London to Rome is by flight, which takes on average 2 h 40 min   compared to other travel options that may take you longer to get to your destination:

In comparison, going by coach can take 40 h 45 min   on average.

In comparison, getting to Rome by train can take on average 23 h 34 min.

You should expect to travel around 1433 km from London to Rome.

The average frequency per day from London to Rome is:

  • Around 1 coach per day.
  • 1 train per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route from London to Rome as scheduled services by coach, flight or train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points for travellers from London to Rome:

  • Flights mostly leave from London Heathrow Airport and tend to arrive in Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from London Victoria and arrive in Roma Termini.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Rome, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

  • Flixbus can get you to Rome by coach. You can find a good deal for coach tickets with Flixbus from London to Rome for €155 on Omio.
  • Vueling can take you to Rome by plane. If searching for a good deal on flights, you can find tickets for Vueling from London to Rome for €67.

Yes, there are direct services available from London to Rome with the following travel operators:

  • You can take a direct flight with easyJet, Ryanair, British Airways or ITA.

Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Rome as you won't need to change in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets to Rome from London.

Many of our customers travelling from London to Rome don't make Rome their final stop. Some of the destinations worth visiting after are Milan, Florence or Paris, either of which you could add to your London and Rome trip itinerary. Check Omio for the best and cheapest ways to travel from Rome to any of these top destinations today!

Before travelling from London to Rome, it’s good to know what ticket you can purchase and how much it will cost in the next 7 days:

  • The price of a coach ticket is on average €155 one way for this trip.
  • The price of a plane ticket is on average €67 one way for this journey.
  • The price of a train ticket for this trip is €6 one way on average.

But we recommend booking London to Rome tickets online a few months before your planned travel date to score the best deals and save money on your trip.

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