Fastest way from Naples to Rome: Train (Trenitalia / Italo), about 0h 55min (from €14). Cheapest: Bus, from €5 (about 2h 20min). Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on October 27, 2026): NTV, FlixBus, Itabus; main departure point: Naples Central.
There are 3 ways to get from Naples to Rome
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on October 27, 2026 for a departure on November 17, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenitalia | Train | Naples Central | €14 | 8 |
| NTV | Train | Naples Central | €25 | 81 |
| Itabus | Bus | Metropark Central Parking | €5 | 15 |
| FlixBus | Bus | Metropark Centrale Bus Stop | €6 | 18 |
| Marino | Bus | Naples | €21 | 1 |
| DTS Travel Group | Bus | Naples Airport | €674 | 2 |
| Blu Welcome Travel | Van / transfer | €585 | 2 | |
| Ciao Sorrento | Van / transfer | €809 | 2 |
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Practical tips
Advance fares on Trenitalia and Italo are far cheaper than same-day tickets. Once you know your date, book as soon as possible, especially for Friday and Sunday departures and during summer, when the cheapest seats go first.
Trenitalia and Italo both serve this route, and the cheaper one changes by day and time. Check both before buying, and look at fare conditions such as changes and refunds, not just the headline price.
Most high-speed services leave from Napoli Centrale, the main station on Piazza Garibaldi. Do not confuse it with smaller local stations or with the ferry ports, such as Molo Beverello, which serve boats only.
Rome has two major stations, Termini and Tiburtina. Confirm which one your ticket uses before booking, then compare it with the location of your hotel, since Termini is usually the more central choice for sightseeing.
If trains are sold out or too expensive on your date, a coach is a reliable alternative. Allow extra buffer for road traffic when you have a flight or onward connection the same day.
The journey experience
Naples to Rome is one of the easiest transfers in Italy, and the choice is simpler than it looks. Whether you want speed, the lowest cost or a flexible departure, each option has a clear role, and you can compare them side by side in the table on this page.
High-speed trains run by Trenitalia and Italo are the default choice for most independent travellers. They connect city centre to city centre, are comfortable, have luggage racks and let you work or watch the scenery. Coaches are the budget option: they are slower and exposed to road traffic, but they suit you if you are flexible and want to keep costs down. Flying exists, but once you add airport transfers, check-in and security, it rarely makes sense for a short hop between two cities already linked by fast rail.
Your best move is to book the train in advance, as fares rise sharply for last-minute seats, especially in high season and on Friday and Sunday evenings. Compare Trenitalia and Italo for your date, as the cheaper one varies. Check the departure and arrival stations before paying, since both cities have more than one. If you are travelling on a tight budget, the coach is a perfectly reasonable fallback.
Frequently asked questions — Naples → Rome
The coach is the cheapest option, from €5 and typically up to €8. The train starts from €14 and typically reaches up to €30, with the lowest fares usually available when you book ahead. Flights start from €67 and typically go up to €74, before airport transfers are added.
The high-speed train takes between 55 minutes and about 1 hour 10. The flight is similar in the air, at around 55 minutes to 1 hour, but airport transfers and check-in add time. The coach is the slowest, at roughly 2 hours 20 to 2 hours 40, depending on traffic.
For most travellers, the high-speed train is the best choice: it takes about 1 hour, runs city centre to city centre and starts from €14 when booked early. The coach, from €5, suits tight budgets and flexible schedules. Flying, from €67, rarely saves time once transfers are included.
High-speed trains generally leave from Napoli Centrale, the city's main station, and arrive at Roma Termini or Roma Tiburtina. Always check the station names on your ticket before travelling, as Rome has more than one major station and your hotel may be closer to one of them.
Usually not. The flight takes around 55 minutes to 1 hour and starts from €67, while the train takes about the same total time door to door, starts from €14 and arrives in the city centre. Flying only makes sense if you are connecting to an international flight.
Why visit Rome?
- ✓ Explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a skip-the-line combined ticket
- ✓ Admire Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling and climb the dome of St. Peter's Basilica
- ✓ Toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain early in the morning, before the crowds arrive
- ✓ Wander the cobblestone lanes of Trastevere and dine on cacio e pepe in a family-run trattoria
- ✓ Walk the ancient Appian Way by bike and descend into the catacombs
When to visit Rome?
MEDITERRANEAN CLIMATE
April to June and September to October — mild, sunny weather, with far less heat than the crowded July-August peak
What to do in Rome?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Rome?
Plan 3 days to cover the essentials: ancient Rome (Colosseum, Forum, Palatine), the Vatican (Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's) and the historic centre (Pantheon, Trevi, Piazza Navona). With 4 to 5 days you can add Trastevere, Villa Borghese, the Appian Way and a day trip to Ostia Antica or Tivoli. Book Colosseum and Vatican tickets online several weeks ahead and start early to avoid queues and heat.
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