The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Rome
Cheapest price
£344
Average price
£372
Fastest journey
19 h 22 m
Average duration
20 h 59 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
1434 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Rome will cost around £372 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £344.
To travel from London to Rome you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Compare train, coach and flight for London to Rome
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.4 - 3.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £375.
Distance: 1434 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£375 Average Price | £150 Average Price Cheapest | £214 Average Price |
17h 32m Average total duration 17h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 33h 16m Average total duration 32h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 4.3 - 8.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Rome
Trains from London to Rome run on average 1 times per day, taking around 17h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £375 but you can travel from only £34 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 1434 km distance in 33h 4m.
Distance 1434 km |
Average train duration 17h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £375 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 33h 4m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 18:35 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Eurostar from London to Rome trainsIntercity Notte, Eurostar trains will get you between London and Rome from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from London to Rome
Trains from London to Rome depart daily from London. There are no direct services. Depending on departure times, passengers must change trains between two and five times during the 891 mile journey. The entire journey takes between 16.5 and 21 hours to complete. The first service of the day leaves London at 5:40 a.m. The last service leaves at 7:34 p.m. Eurostar serves the first part of the route. French TGV services run on the subsequent sections.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Rome?
Departure Station: London St Pancras Situated in the heart of London, St Pancras is well served by the national rail network, London Underground and local buses. The station also has a taxi rank and nearby car parking.
Arrival Station: Rome Termini, Tiburtina or Ostiense Situated in the city centre, Termini is Rome's main station. It is also walking distance to many of the city's major sights. Tiburtina is located on Rome's eastern side but has excellent metro connections into the centre. Ostiense lies to the south of Rome but visitors can use its metro and bus links to reach the city centre. All three stations are also accessible to taxis.
FAQs: London to Rome train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

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