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In this in-depth route guide, you'll find the best ways to travel the 570 kilometre distance from Milan to Rome. Whether you prefer the scenic overnight train, a convenient bus+ferry combo, or the fastest flight option — we've got all the details you need.
There are 3 ways to get from Milan to Rome. You can choose between the bus, flight, train. The most affordable option is by bus, starting from $11. The fastest route is by train (2h 55m).
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The bus is the slowest of all the options but is the cheapest option for the Milan to Rome route.
FlixBus and Itabus are the companies offering daily bus trips on this route. Travel time can range from 7h 25m - 10h 30m, which is around the same time as the Intercity train. If you don’t mind the long travel, we suggest taking the bus to save money.
Rates can get as cheap as 12.48 EUR, but note that they can still vary on how early you book your bus tickets.
You will be dropped off at Rome Tiburtina Bus Station. From here, you can take the Metro to any of the city’s major tourist areas.
Taking a flight from Milan to Rome does seem like the fastest option. The plane ride only takes a little over an hour. But when you add the transfers to and from the airports, as well as the waiting time for your flight, then it really takes over 3 hours.
While overall costs for this flight option are cheaper than any of the trains, this option requires several transfers. If you want a comfortable ride between Milan and Roma, you can go with the direct high-speed train.
Do you still want to take a flight? Then you can check out the step-by-step guide below.
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Rome is Italy's capital, a perfect mix of history, culture, and vibrant street life. It's a beauty in ruins. With the Colosseum and the Pantheon still standing proud, it is easy to understand why Rome was once one of the world’s most powerful empires.
At its heart is a world of its own — Vatican City — which yearly draws millions of believers and non-believers alike. The jaw-dropping architecture and art in St. Peter’s Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, and the Vatican Museums are not to be missed! Truly, a visit to Rome will take you back in time.
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Taking the train is a convenient way to get from Milan to Rome. The trains depart and arrive at the city centre, so you only need to either walk or take a short taxi ride between the train stations and your hotel.
There are multiple train departures every hour from 04:35 to 20:40. If you’re on a budget and do not want to waste valuable day time, then you can take the overnight Intercity train to Rome for 53 EUR. This way, you can also save a night on accommodation.
You can choose from 3 kinds of trains:
There are also two arrival points in Rome. The main train station is Roma Termini, about 2 kms away from the famous Colosseum. You can also choose a train that stops at Roma Tiburtina in the city centre.
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Carbon Footprint
This 570 km journey produces approximately 51 g CO2 by bus. Taking public transport is one of the lowest-emission ways to travel this route.
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