How to Get from Fiumicino Airport to Rome Central Station: A Complete Guide

Arriving in Rome and needing to reach the heart of the city? Rome Termini, the city’s main railway station, serves as a vital transportation hub connecting travelers to various destinations across Italy.

Rome Fiumicino Airport, officially named Leonardo da Vinci International Airport, is Italy’s busiest and largest airport.

It is the primary hub for Italy’s national airline, ITA Airways, and a major destination for numerous international carriers, the airport offers flights to cities across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and beyond.

So if you are coming to Rome from overseas, chances are you will arrive through Fiumicino.

The airport is located in the coastal city of Fiumicino, 30 kilometers (19 miles) southwest of Rome’s city center.

It may sound far, but don’t worry, there are several convenient options for making the journey to Termini.

In this guide, we’ll explore all the possible ways to travel from Rome’s airports to Termini, including express trains, buses, taxis, and private transfers, so you can choose the best route based on your budget and schedule.

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How to Get from Fiumicino Airport to Central Rome

Breaking down the options:

• Train: 32-40 minutes / €8-14 depending on the company.
• Bus: 40-60 minutes / $6-7
• Taxi: 40-60 minutes / $48 fixed price
• Transfer: 40-60 minutes/ $40

Train

This is the fastest option to go from the airport to the city center, taking around 32 minutes.

There are two companies operating this route: The Regional train, and the Leonardo Express.

You can catch any of these trains on the second floor of Terminal 2 and the ticket can be bought in advance through Trenitalia or in the ticket machines.

Leonardo Express

It is the fastest and most direct train option between Fiumicino Airport and Rome’s central Termini station.

This non-stop service takes approximately 32 minutes.

Trains run every 15 to 30 minutes, and tickets cost around €14.

The Leonardo Express operates from early morning until late at night.

Regional FL1 Train

This is a cheaper, yet slower alternative.

Unlike the Leonardo Express, the FL1 train does not go to Termini station but stops at other important stations like Trastevere, Ostiense, and Tiburtina, all of which are well connected to the rest of the city.

The journey takes longer, depending on your destination, typically around 40 to 60 minutes.

Trains run every 15 minutes on weekdays and every 30 minutes on weekends, with tickets costing about €8.

While it’s not as fast as the Leonardo Express, the FL1 is a better option for those staying in neighborhoods outside the city center or looking to save on transportation costs.

Bus

Getting a bus is the most budget-friendly option to go from Fiumicino airport to the Rome Termini.

There are many companies you can choose from, but the most famous ones are Terravision, SIT, and TAM.

Depending on the traffic, buses can take about an hour to arrive at Termini station, but they all cost more or less the same: $6–7 for a one-way trip or about $10–11 for a roundtrip ticket, and you can buy it in advance through this post.

Although it takes twice as much time as the trains, this is a good option if you want to save money on transportation to spend on what matters: Pasta and Gelato!

Taxi

To be honest, I don’t think this is a good option first because you will end up spending more than you should for this, and second because unfortunately, taxis in Rome don’t have a good reputation, so I wouldn’t trust nor pay for a dubious service.

But anyway, as a matter of curiosity, taxis in Rome from the airport to the city center have fixed prices, from Fiumicino Airport to anywhere within the Roman Walls it is charged €48 including the baggage, and up to four passengers.

From neighborhoods outside the Roman Walls, the price shouldn’t be more than €70.

The journey typically takes around 40 to 60 minutes, depending on the traffic.

Watch out though, because many cab drivers try to run up the meter to make unaware visitors pay more than they should.

So always ask the driver for the price before you even get in the car, if they try to give you any other price or tell you that it depends on the destination, just walk away and look for another taxi.

Another heads up, be cautious of unlicensed taxi drivers or touts who might approach you offering rides; always opt for an official taxi to avoid overcharging or scams.

Official taxis at Fiumicino are white and can be found at the designated taxi ranks just outside the arrivals terminal.

Even though they are “officials” always make sure to ask for the price beforehand though, just to make sure.

Shuttle

Shuttle service is a better alternative to the taxi.

It is one of the most expensive options, but still cheaper than the taxi and without the chance of getting scammed.

Shuttles are also great if you are traveling with family and friends, as you can save up some money and still make your way to the Rome central area with some comfort, and privacy.

The price for the service is around €40 including the baggage, and up to 6 passengers.

The trip also takes around 40 to 60 minutes depending on the traffic.

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This text was originally written and posted in August 2018 and updated in October 2024. New information has been added and links have been updated so that it could offer a better experience to the reader.