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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.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£2
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£3
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
59 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 4 m
Trains on 18 Sept
31
Distance
16 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
Fast trains
To travel from Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican you need to make at least 2 changes.
CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI190 · Regionale 20160 · Regionale 450418:251h06Rome Ciampino Airport19:31Rome S. Pietro£21One-way2 changes- CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI144 · Regionale 20012 · Regionale 450012:001h31Rome Ciampino Airport13:31Rome S. Pietro£21One-way2 changes
- CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI198 · Regionale 12720 · Regionale Veloce 414019:101h21Rome Ciampino Airport20:31Rome S. Pietro£21One-way2 changes
- CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI204 · Regionale 20088 · Regionale 1254819:301h16Rome Ciampino Airport20:46Rome S. Pietro£21One-way2 changes
- CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI244 · Regionale 20202 · Regionale 125786:550h59Rome Ciampino Airport7:54Rome S. Pietro£21One-way2 changes
- CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI244 · Regionale 20202 · Regionale 125786:550h59Rome Ciampino Airport7:54Rome S. Pietro£21One-way2 changes
- CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI242 · Regionale 12592 · Regionale 125026:301h01Rome Ciampino Airport7:31Rome S. Pietro£21One-way2 changes
- CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI190 · Regionale 20160 · Regionale 450418:251h06Rome Ciampino Airport19:31Rome S. Pietro£21One-way2 changes
- CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI188 · Regionale 12718 · Regionale 1254418:101h06Rome Ciampino Airport19:16Rome S. Pietro£21One-way2 changes
- CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI218 · Regionale 20174 · Regionale 1255221:251h07Rome Ciampino Airport22:32Rome S. Pietro£21One-way2 changes
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Compare train and coach for Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 16 km
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1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The cheapest way to travel from Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican is a coach with an average price of £5.
The fastest way to travel from Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican is by coach with an average journey time of 49m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Rome Ciampino Airport and Vatican including taking a train and coach.
Live departures
Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI240 · Regionale 12700 · Regionale 12614 | 5:55 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h17 | 7:12 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI104 · Regionale 7880 · Regionale 20753 | 6:15 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h22 | 7:37 Valle Aurelia | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI242 · Regionale 12592 · Regionale 20630 | 6:30 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h01 | 7:31 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI244 · Regionale 20202 · Regionale 12578 | 6:55 Rome Ciampino Airport | 0h59 | 7:54 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI244 · Regionale 4842 · Regionale 21381 | 6:55 Rome Ciampino Airport | 2h10 | 9:05 Valle Aurelia | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI112 · Regionale 20112 · Regionale 12508 | 7:50 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h11 | 9:01 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI120 · Regionale 20008 · Regionale Veloce 4130 | 9:00 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h31 | 10:31 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI124 · Regionale 20066 · Regionale 12512 | 9:35 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h11 | 10:46 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI128 · Regionale 20120 · Regionale 12520 | 10:10 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h52 | 12:02 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI248 · Regionale 20122 · Regionale 12642 | 11:25 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h08 | 12:33 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI144 · Regionale 20012 · Regionale 4500 | 12:00 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h31 | 13:31 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI250 · Regionale 20128 · Regionale Veloce 4134 | 13:10 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h21 | 14:31 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI250 · Regionale 4964 · Regionale 20360 | 13:10 Rome Ciampino Airport | 2h10 | 15:20 Valle Aurelia | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI156 · Regionale 12610 · Regionale 12572 | 14:10 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h21 | 15:31 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI252 · Regionale 12616 · Regionale 12530 | 14:50 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h11 | 16:01 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI166 · Regionale 12712 · Regionale Veloce 4136 | 15:15 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h16 | 16:31 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI166 · Regionale 4966 · Regionale 20368 | 15:15 Rome Ciampino Airport | 2h05 | 17:20 Valle Aurelia | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI176 · Regionale 4968 · Regionale 20376 | 16:50 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h27 | 18:17 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI176 · Regionale 4968 · Regionale 20376 | 16:50 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h30 | 18:20 Valle Aurelia | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI180 · Regionale 12716 · Regionale Veloce 4138 | 17:10 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h21 | 18:31 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI254 · Regionale 20084 · Regionale 12584 | 17:35 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h11 | 18:46 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI186 · Regionale 4970 · Regionale 20384 | 17:55 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h25 | 19:20 Valle Aurelia | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI188 · Regionale 12718 · Regionale 12544 | 18:10 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h06 | 19:16 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI190 · Regionale 20160 · Regionale 4504 | 18:25 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h06 | 19:31 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI190 · Regionale 4972 · Regionale 23272 | 18:25 Rome Ciampino Airport | 2h10 | 20:35 Valle Aurelia | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI198 · Regionale 12720 · Regionale Veloce 4140 | 19:10 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h21 | 20:31 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI204 · Regionale 20088 · Regionale 12548 | 19:30 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h16 | 20:46 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI210 · Regionale 12724 · Regionale 4506 | 20:10 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h21 | 21:31 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI210 · Regionale 7882 · Regionale 23274 | 20:10 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h26 | 21:36 Valle Aurelia | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI218 · Regionale 20174 · Regionale 12552 | 21:25 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h07 | 22:32 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
| CIAMPINO AIRLINK CI226 · Regionale 20180 · Regionale 94750 | 22:10 Rome Ciampino Airport | 1h36 | 23:46 Rome S. Pietro | 2 changes | |
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Overview: Train from Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican
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Vatican City State
Take a train from Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican and enjoy the approximately 16 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 20:10.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance 16 km |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 20:10 |
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Complete guide to Vatican
Things to do in Vatican
Discover the best of Vatican — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vatican trip today.
- Must visit
Raphael Rooms
A series of papal rooms decorated by Raphael and his workshop, celebrated for High Renaissance frescoes including The School of Athens.
- Recommended
Gallery of Maps
A museum section displaying ancient maps of Italy in an elegant painted corridor, valued for both cartographic history and decorative detail.
- Must visit
St Peter's Square
The grand forecourt before St Peter’s Basilica, framed by Bernini’s colonnades and a key gathering place for visitors and papal events.
- Recommended
Vatican Gardens
A formal Vatican garden space known for the Lourdes Grotto replica, quiet paths, and a more secluded atmosphere than the main square.
- Recommended
Giardini Vaticani
A landscaped zone within the Vatican Gardens where guided routes reveal fountains, devotional monuments, and peaceful walking scenery.
Bucatini all’Amatriciana
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.
Spaghetti alla Carbonara
Pasta dressed with eggs, pecorino, black pepper and guanciale. This iconic Roman dish is widely served in trattorie near the Vatican.
Rigatoni con la Coda alla Vaccinara
Hollow pasta with a rich sauce of oxtail, tomato, celery and herbs. It reflects Rome’s traditional quinto quarto cooking.
Pizzarium Bonci
Long-established delicatessen and casual eatery famed for pizza al taglio, supplì and sandwiches. Ideal for a quick, quality Vatican-area meal.
Trattoria da Enzo al 29
Busy traditional Roman trattoria near the Vatican, known for carbonara, amatriciana and hearty local classics in a lively setting.
Les Etoiles Roof Garden
Refined rooftop dining with polished Roman and Italian dishes, plus memorable views towards St Peter’s and the surrounding district.
Euro (€)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for pizza slices, panini, or simple takeaway.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a standard restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining nearby.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3.50 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
FAQs: Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome Ciampino Airport 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.
The train distance from Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican is 16 km.
The first train from Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican leaves at 5:50.
The last train from Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican departs at 20:10.
To get from Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican.
The cheapest way to get from Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican, typically involving a change at Roma Termini, is more functional than scenic. While the route offers glimpses of Rome's urban landscape, it lacks the sweeping vistas or picturesque countryside found on other Italian train routes.
A full day is typically sufficient to explore the Vatican's main attractions, including St. Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums, and the Sistine Chapel. However, art enthusiasts or those seeking a more leisurely pace might prefer two days to fully appreciate the extensive collections and historical sites.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Rome Ciampino Airport to Vatican.
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