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Museo del Palazzo Apostolico
The former papal palace museum shows state rooms, portraits and papal history with views over Lake Albano.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Castel Gandolfo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 22 km
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£2 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price |
1h 12m Average total duration 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Rome to Castel Gandolfo trains for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Regionale 20013 | 9:00 Rome Termini | 0h45 | 9:45 Villetta | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 20013 · Castel Gandolfo link CGL03 | 9:00 Rome Termini | 0h56 | 9:56 Castel Gandolfo | 1 change | |
Regionale 20013 | 9:00 Rome Termini | 0h41 | 9:41 Castel Gandolfo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 20119 · Regionale 20015 | 10:28 Rome Termini | 0h53 | 11:21 Castel Gandolfo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 20119 · Regionale 20015 | 10:28 Rome Termini | 0h57 | 11:25 Villetta | 1 change | |
Regionale 20019 | 12:21 Rome Termini | 0h41 | 13:02 Castel Gandolfo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 20019 | 12:21 Rome Termini | 0h44 | 13:05 Villetta | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 20021 | 13:21 Rome Termini | 0h44 | 14:05 Castel Gandolfo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 20021 | 13:21 Rome Termini | 0h48 | 14:09 Villetta | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 20025 | 14:21 Rome Termini | 0h45 | 15:06 Castel Gandolfo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 20025 | 14:21 Rome Termini | 0h48 | 15:09 Villetta | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 20027 | 15:21 Rome Termini | 0h48 | 16:09 Villetta | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 20027 | 15:21 Rome Termini | 0h44 | 16:05 Castel Gandolfo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 20031 | 16:21 Rome Termini | 0h44 | 17:05 Castel Gandolfo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 20031 | 16:21 Rome Termini | 0h48 | 17:09 Villetta | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 20033 | 17:21 Rome Termini | 0h44 | 18:05 Castel Gandolfo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 20033 | 17:21 Rome Termini | 0h48 | 18:09 Villetta | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 20039 | 18:21 Rome Termini | 0h44 | 19:05 Castel Gandolfo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 20039 | 18:21 Rome Termini | 0h48 | 19:09 Villetta | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 20041 | 19:21 Rome Termini | 0h45 | 20:06 Castel Gandolfo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 20041 | 19:21 Rome Termini | 0h48 | 20:09 Villetta | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 6 August | |||||
![]() | 4:35 Rome | 0h49 | 5:24 Castel Gandolfo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:21 Rome | 0h45 | 6:06 Castel Gandolfo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:35 Rome | 0h49 | 6:24 Castel Gandolfo | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Rome to Castel Gandolfo run on average 30 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 40m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 3:55 |
Last train 22:42 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Castel Gandolfo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Castel Gandolfo trip today.
The former papal palace museum shows state rooms, portraits and papal history with views over Lake Albano.
This gallery displays papal vehicles, from sedan chairs to modern cars, offering an unusual view of Vatican transport history.
The observatory museum presents historic telescopes and instruments linked to the Vatican's scientific work at Castel Gandolfo.
The main square faces the papal palace and church, making it the natural starting point for views, photos and town life.
These papal gardens combine formal landscaping, archaeological remains and broad lake views on guided or timed visits.
The lakefront area offers swimming spots, boat views and a scenic walk below the old town on the volcanic lake shore.
Roast suckling pig from nearby Ariccia, seasoned with herbs and cooked until crisp. A signature Castelli Romani speciality often eaten in local fraschette.
Hand-cut pasta ribbons with chicken giblets, tomato and herbs. A traditional Sunday dish from the Roman Castelli countryside.
Rustic pasta with pecorino, guanciale and black pepper. A beloved Lazio classic strongly associated with Roman and Castelli Romani cooking.
Well-known local restaurant serving Roman pasta, grilled meats and regional specialities in a relaxed setting near the historic centre.
Elegant restaurant with lake views, focused on seafood, classic Italian cooking and a polished atmosphere suited to a longer meal.
Traditional lakeside restaurant known for Roman and Castelli dishes, seafood and pizza, with terrace views over Lake Albano.
Moderate for Italy near Rome: dining is reasonable, hotels can rise in peak season, and regional rail or bus links keep day-trip transport fairly affordable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Castel Gandolfo 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 Castel Gandolfo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Castel Gandolfo trains use the Roma Termini to Castel Gandolfo station pair, with some services arriving at Villetta. Use this guide to compare Rome and Castel Gandolfo 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 Trastevere is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Trastevere has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Da Enzo al 29, Osteria der Belli
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roma Trastevere. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Roma Trastevere. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roma Trastevere: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Trastevere: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Trastevere: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel San Francesco, Hotel Ripa Roma, Hotel Santa Maria.
Roma Tuscolana is 3 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tuscolana has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Tuscolano, Osteria del Cavaliere
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roma Tuscolana. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Roma Tuscolana. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roma Tuscolana: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Tuscolana: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tuscolana: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include B&B Hotel Roma Tuscolana San Giovanni, Hotel Re di Roma, Hotel Tuscolana, Patriza’s Home.
Castel Gandolfo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Castel Gandolfo.
Available at Castel Gandolfo: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Castel Gandolfo: Bike Parking.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Castel Vecchio, Hotel Villa degli Angeli, Hotel La Culla del Lago.
Villetta has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Villetta.
ATMs are available at Villetta.
Available at Villetta: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villetta.
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