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MARCA - Museo delle Arti di Catanzaro
Contemporary art museum in Parco della Biodiversità, known for modern works in a striking park setting that pairs culture with an easy outdoor visit.
Cheapest price on 08 Oct
£40
Average ticket price on 08 Oct
£57
Fastest journey on 08 Oct
4 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 08 Oct
6 h 30 m
Trains on 08 Oct
6
Distance
481 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Catanzaro is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Catanzaro will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
On Thu 08 Oct, we found 6 trains from Rome to Catanzaro, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 481 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 49 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.










Trains from Rome to Catanzaro run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 481 km distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 481 km |
Average train duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Catanzaro trains for today, Wednesday 7 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 723+ Regionale 21587 | 7:26 Rome Termini | 6h54 | 14:20 Catanzaro | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8863+ Regionale 21587 | 8:56 Rome Termini | 5h24 | 14:20 Catanzaro | 1 change | |
Intercity 551+ Regionale 21589 | 9:26 Rome Termini | 6h49 | 16:15 Catanzaro | 1 change | |
Intercity 95057+ Regionale 21591 | 11:26 Rome Termini | 6h54 | 18:20 Catanzaro | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 95057+ Regionale 21591 | 12:01 Rome Termini | 6h19 | 18:20 Catanzaro | 2 changes | |
Intercity 553+ Regionale 22165 | 12:26 Rome Termini | 7h55 | 20:21 Catanzaro | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Regionale 22161 | 13:01 Rome Termini | 6h15 | 19:16 Catanzaro | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 21679 | 15:05 Rome Termini | 6h10 | 21:15 Catanzaro | 1 change | |
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Discover the best of Catanzaro — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Catanzaro trip today.
Contemporary art museum in Parco della Biodiversità, known for modern works in a striking park setting that pairs culture with an easy outdoor visit.
City museum in Villa Margherita with archaeological finds, paintings and civic collections that introduce Catanzaro’s history and artistic heritage.
Interactive military collection dedicated to the Catanzaro Brigade, with uniforms, documents and memorabilia of interest to history-minded visitors.
Main shopping and strolling street through the historic centre, lined with churches, civic buildings, sculptures and regular local life.
Large urban park with sculpture trails, lawns and shaded walks; ideal for mixing contemporary art, leisure and family-friendly outdoor time.
Historic square near the cathedral, useful for appreciating the old city layout and pausing among religious and civic landmarks.
Spicy cured pork sausage flavoured with Calabrian chilli. A defining regional salume, eaten sliced, in sandwiches, or with local bread and wine.
Traditional Catanzaro pasta dish with handmade cavatelli, tomato sauce, basil and aged ricotta or pecorino. A staple of local family cooking.
Rich stew of veal tripe and offal simmered in tomato, chilli and herbs, traditionally served in a bread roll. It is one of Catanzaro’s signature dishes.
Traditional Calabrian restaurant known for morzello and regional classics in a straightforward, local atmosphere.
Established seafood and southern Italian restaurant with polished service and a relaxed dining room suited to a longer meal.
Casual local spot for pizza and Calabrian specialities, popular for informal meals and dependable portions.
Catanzaro is generally cheaper than major Italian tourist cities, with lower hotel, dining and local transport costs, though seaside areas can rise in peak summer.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Round up taxi fares. Small change is enough in cafés.
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Catanzaro Lido FS -> Catanzaro Città
The most popular day trips by train from Catanzaro are Lamezia Terme, Cosenza, Reggio Calabria and Soverato. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Catanzaro on Omio.

Lamezia Terme is a modern Calabrian city known for its airport, thermal springs and access to the Tyrrhenian coast. Its three historic centres, local markets and castle above Nicastro give it a practical, lived-in southern Italian character.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 20m.

Cosenza is a historic Calabrian city with a medieval old town and a more modern centre below. It is known for its Norman-Swabian castle, cultural life and riverside setting where the Crati and Busento meet.
The earliest train runs at 02:30, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 25m.

Reggio Calabria is a seafront city at the toe of Italy, facing Sicily across the Strait of Messina. It is known for the Riace Bronzes, the elegant Lungomare and a relaxed southern atmosphere.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 120 km distance in 1h 23m.

Soverato is a seaside town on Calabria’s Ionian coast, known for its sandy beach and clear sea. It has a lively summer feel, a smart promenade and an easy-going southern Italian character.
The earliest train runs at 02:17, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 20m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Catanzaro 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 Catanzaro, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Catanzaro trains use the Roma Termini to Catanzaro station pair, with some services arriving at Catanzaro Lido. Use this guide to compare Rome and Catanzaro 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 Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina 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: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
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.
Catanzaro is 1 km from Catanzaro city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Catanzaro has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining and ATM.
Food and drink options are available at Catanzaro.
ATMs are available at Catanzaro.
Available at Catanzaro: Parking.
Catanzaro Lido is 9 km from Catanzaro city centre. Public transport options include:
Catanzaro Lido has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: New Albatros, Ristorante Lido degli Scogli, The Big PIZZA
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Catanzaro Lido. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Catanzaro Lido. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Catanzaro Lido: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Catanzaro Lido: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Catanzaro Lido: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Palace, Grand Hotel Paradiso, PM Hotel.
Catanzaro Città is 1 km from Catanzaro city centre. Public transport options include:
Catanzaro Città has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Catanzaro Città.
ATMs are available at Catanzaro Città.
Available at Catanzaro Città: Parking, WC.
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