- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Cheapest price on 25 Sept
£66
Average ticket price on 25 Sept
£84
Fastest journey on 25 Sept
9 h 43 m
Average journey duration on 25 Sept
10 h 18 m
Trains on 25 Sept
15
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cefalù to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cefalù to Rome will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
On Fri 25 Sept, we found 15 trains from Cefalù to Rome, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 448 km distance in an average of 10 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Intercity 730
Intercity 736
Autobus SM004+
Intercity 736
Autobus SM104+
Intercity 736
Autobus SM110+
Intercity 730
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 9658
Autobus SM104+
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 9658
Intercity 730
Autobus SM004+
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 9658
Intercity 736The table below shows live departures for Cefalù to Rome trains for today, Thursday 24 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus SM026+ InterCityNotte 1930 | 20:15 Cefalù | 13h36 | 9:51 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
Autobus SM126+ InterCityNotte 1930 | 20:18 Cefalù | 13h33 | 9:51 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1930 | 21:26 Cefalù station | 12h25 | 9:51 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 25 September | |||||
Autobus SM004+ Intercity 736+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658 | 7:15 Cefalù | 10h25 | 17:40 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
Autobus SM004+ Intercity 736 | 7:15 Cefalù | 11h19 | 18:34 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
Autobus SM104+ Intercity 736 | 7:18 Cefalù | 11h16 | 18:34 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
Autobus SM104+ Intercity 736+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658 | 7:18 Cefalù | 10h22 | 17:40 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
Intercity 736+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658 | 7:57 Cefalù station | 9h43 | 17:40 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
Intercity 736 | 7:57 Cefalù station | 10h37 | 18:34 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus SM010+ Intercity 730 | 10:15 Cefalù | 11h19 | 21:34 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
Autobus SM110+ Intercity 730 | 10:18 Cefalù | 11h16 | 21:34 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
Intercity 730 | 11:11 Cefalù station | 10h23 | 21:34 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus SM024+ InterCityNotte 1954 | 17:35 Cefalù | 12h21 | 5:56 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
Autobus SM124+ InterCityNotte 1954 | 17:38 Cefalù | 12h18 | 5:56 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1954 | 18:30 Cefalù station | 11h26 | 5:56 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Cefalù to Rome run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £9 by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 448 km distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 448 km |
Average train duration 10h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 8h 35m |
First train 0:35 |
Last train 23:53 |
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World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Superb Capitoline collections on Michelangelo's square, showcasing ancient sculpture, bronzes, and Rome's civic history.
Outstanding gallery in a villa setting, celebrated for Bernini sculptures and masterpieces by Caravaggio and Raphael.
Baroque square with fountains and lively street life, ideal for people-watching and a classic Rome atmosphere.
Famous staircase linking Piazza di Spagna to Trinità dei Monti, beloved for city scenes and elegant surroundings.
Bohemian quarter of lanes, piazzas, and nightlife, popular for evening strolls, local character, and riverside charm.
Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano and black pepper. A city icon prized for its rich sauce and no cream tradition.
Pasta in a sharp, savoury sauce of guanciale, tomato and Pecorino Romano. A classic Roman favourite with roots in local trattoria cooking.
Simple Roman pasta made with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. It shows the city’s love of bold flavour from few ingredients.
Michelin-starred restaurant by the Colosseum serving refined Roman cuisine in an elegant setting. Best for a fine-dining splurge.
Historic Trastevere trattoria known for classic Roman pasta and warm old-school rooms. A dependable choice for traditional local dishes.
Long-running Testaccio restaurant specialising in Roman quinto quarto and pasta. Informal, authentic and popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for a major Western European capital. Hotels in central areas are pricey, but dining and public transport are often cheaper than in Paris or London.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. In cafés, small change is enough; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Roma Termini -> Piazza Venezia, Rome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cefalù to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cefalù to Rome trains use the Cefalù to Roma Termini station pair, with some services arriving at Roma Ostiense. Use this guide to compare Cefalù and Rome train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Roma Ostiense is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Ostiense has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ramen Bar Akira, Eataly Roma
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roma Ostiense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Roma Ostiense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Ostiense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Abitart, Hotel San Anselmo, Hotel Villa San Pio.
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