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Vatican Museums
A vast museum complex with classical sculpture, galleries, and papal collections, forming one of the essential art visits in Rome and the Vatican.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£12
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
3 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
3 h 6 m
Trains on 19 Sept
4
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Naples to Vatican is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naples to Vatican will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 4 trains from Naples to Vatican, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 191 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Naples to Vatican among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a flight costs an average of £86.
Distance: 191 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price | £50 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Naples to Vatican:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Naples to Vatican costing on average £30.
A coach is £312 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Naples to Vatican costing on average £324.
Other travel options to Vatican take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 16m.
Coach takes on average 2h 46m.
The journey is about 47m faster (1h 58m by train vs 2h 45m by car) and roughly £20 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£30 vs £50). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Italo.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Naples to Vatican trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9996 | 18:45 Napoli Afragola | 1h00 | 19:45 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9592+ Regionale Veloce 4140 | 18:52 Napoli Afragola | 1h39 | 20:31 Rome S. Pietro | 1 change | |
9962 | 19:05 Naples Centrale | 1h16 | 20:21 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8868+ Regionale 12548 · Regionale 23292 | 19:14 Napoli Afragola | 1h50 | 21:04 Valle Aurelia | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8868+ Regionale 12548 · Regionale 23292 | 19:14 Napoli Afragola | 1h56 | 21:10 Rome Balduina | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8868+ Regionale 12548 | 19:14 Napoli Afragola | 1h32 | 20:46 Rome S. Pietro | 1 change | |
9962 | 19:20 Napoli Afragola | 1h01 | 20:21 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9568+ Regionale 4506 · Regionale 20218 | 19:30 Naples Centrale | 2h14 | 21:44 Valle Aurelia | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9568+ Regionale 20388 | 19:30 Naples Centrale | 2h48 | 22:18 Valle Aurelia | 1 change | |
Intercity 724+ Regionale 12552 | 19:31 Naples Centrale | 3h01 | 22:32 Rome S. Pietro | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9568+ Regionale 20388 | 19:48 Napoli Afragola | 2h36 | 22:24 Rome Balduina | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9568+ Regionale 4506 | 19:48 Napoli Afragola | 1h43 | 21:31 Rome S. Pietro | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9674+ Regionale 12552 | 20:15 Naples Centrale | 2h17 | 22:32 Rome S. Pietro | 1 change | |
Intercity 560+ Regionale 94750 | 20:31 Naples Centrale | 3h15 | 23:46 Rome S. Pietro | 1 change | |
Metropolitano 21495+ FRECCIAROSSA 8326+ Regionale 94750 | 21:03 Napoli Afragola | 2h43 | 23:46 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
![]() | 3:55 Naples | 3h06 | 7:01 Vatican | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:55 Naples | 3h06 | 8:01 Vatican | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:27 Naples | 3h04 | 16:31 Vatican | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:18 Naples | 3h08 | 19:26 Vatican | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Naples to Vatican run on average 190 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 47 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 191 km distance in 55m.
Distance 191 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 190 |
Direct trains 47 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 0:19 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Discover the best of Vatican — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vatican trip today.
A vast museum complex with classical sculpture, galleries, and papal collections, forming one of the essential art visits in Rome and the Vatican.
A series of papal rooms decorated by Raphael and his workshop, celebrated for High Renaissance frescoes including The School of Athens.
A museum section displaying ancient maps of Italy in an elegant painted corridor, valued for both cartographic history and decorative detail.
The grand forecourt before St Peter’s Basilica, framed by Bernini’s colonnades and a key gathering place for visitors and papal events.
A formal Vatican garden space known for the Lourdes Grotto replica, quiet paths, and a more secluded atmosphere than the main square.
A landscaped zone within the Vatican Gardens where guided routes reveal fountains, devotional monuments, and peaceful walking scenery.
A Roman pasta with cured pork cheek, pecorino and tomato. It is a staple around Vatican dining streets and a classic of local everyday cooking.
Pasta dressed with eggs, pecorino, black pepper and guanciale. This iconic Roman dish is widely served in trattorie near the Vatican.
Hollow pasta with a rich sauce of oxtail, tomato, celery and herbs. It reflects Rome’s traditional quinto quarto cooking.
Long-established delicatessen and casual eatery famed for pizza al taglio, supplì and sandwiches. Ideal for a quick, quality Vatican-area meal.
Busy traditional Roman trattoria near the Vatican, known for carbonara, amatriciana and hearty local classics in a lively setting.
Refined rooftop dining with polished Roman and Italian dishes, plus memorable views towards St Peter’s and the surrounding district.
Very small Vatican has limited lodging and dining; nearby Rome prices apply. Tourist areas are costlier than many Italian cities, though cafés and casual meals can still be reasonable.
Service may be included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Naples to Vatican 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 Vatican, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Naples to Vatican trains use the Napoli Centrale to Roma San Pietro station pair. Use this guide to compare Naples and Vatican train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Napoli Centrale is 2 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Tentazioni Cafe, Burger King, VyTA Boulangerie, Time Cafè, Caffè Toraldo, Chalet Ciro, Cibiamo, Chef Express, Eccellenze Della Costiera, 100 Montaditos, & more
Free WiFi throughout the station. ATMs are located at various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 21:10. Information desks are located on the ground floor in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is kiPoint luggage storage is located close to Platform 2, open daily from 06:00 to 23:00. .
Available at Napoli Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Napoli Centrale: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli Centrale: The station is fully accessible. The Sala Blu office provides services and assists customers with disabilities. .
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Europa, Starhotels Terminus, B&B Hotel Napoli.
Napoli, Aeroporto Internazionale is 5 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli, Aeroporto Internazionale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple Italian cuisine restaurants on-site.
Free WiFi throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Napoli, Aeroporto Internazionale.
Available at Napoli, Aeroporto Internazionale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli, Aeroporto Internazionale: Wheelchair-accessible facilities available.
Napoli Campi Flegrei is 4 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli Campi Flegrei 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: Vineapolis, Pizzeria Fratelli Cafasso
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Napoli Campi Flegrei. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Napoli Campi Flegrei. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Napoli Campi Flegrei: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Napoli Campi Flegrei: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli Campi Flegrei.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Serius, Hotel Cristina, Hotel Leopardi.
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