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MAEC - Museo dell'Accademia Etrusca e della Città di Cortona
Town museum with Etruscan finds, Egyptian artefacts and major paintings, offering the best introduction to Cortona’s history.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Cortona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Cortona will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
To travel from Rome to Cortona you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Rome to Cortona run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 4:55 |
Last train 22:35 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rome to Cortona.
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Cortona trains for tomorrow, Friday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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4094 · Autobus AT226 | 5:30 Rome Termini | 3h26 | 8:56 Cortona | 1 change | |
4094 · Autobus TM004 | 5:30 Rome Termini | 3h25 | 8:55 Cortona | 1 change | |
4150 · 4094 · Autobus TM004 | 5:47 Rome Termini | 3h08 | 8:55 Cortona | 2 changes | |
4150 · 4094 · Autobus AT226 | 5:47 Rome Termini | 3h09 | 8:56 Cortona | 2 changes | |
9508+ 4094 · Autobus TM004 | 6:00 Rome Termini | 2h55 | 8:55 Cortona | 2 changes | |
9508+ 4094 · Autobus AT226 | 6:00 Rome Termini | 2h56 | 8:56 Cortona | 2 changes | |
4096 · Autobus TM006 | 6:10 Rome Termini | 3h45 | 9:55 Cortona | 1 change | |
4096 · Autobus AT230 | 6:10 Rome Termini | 4h55 | 11:05 Cortona | 1 change | |
4712 · 4096 · Autobus AT230 | 6:52 Rome Termini | 4h13 | 11:05 Cortona | 2 changes | |
4712 · 4096 · Autobus TM006 | 6:52 Rome Termini | 3h03 | 9:55 Cortona | 2 changes | |
9512+ 4101 · Autobus AT230 | 7:10 Rome Termini | 3h55 | 11:05 Cortona | 2 changes | |
9512+ 4101 · Autobus TM008 | 7:10 Rome Termini | 3h45 | 10:55 Cortona | 2 changes | |
4098 · Autobus TM010 | 8:20 Rome Termini | 3h35 | 11:55 Cortona | 1 change | |
4098 · Autobus AT780 | 8:20 Rome Termini | 3h44 | 12:04 Cortona | 1 change | |
9308+ 4103 · Autobus TM012 | On time 9:25 Rome Termini | 3h30 | 12:55 Cortona | 2 changes | |
588+ Autobus AT240 | 10:20 Rome Termini | 2h45 | 13:05 Cortona | 1 change | |
4100 · Autobus AT244 | 11:11 Rome Tiburtina | 2h31 | 13:42 Cortona | 1 change | |
4100 · Autobus TM014 | 11:11 Rome Tiburtina | 2h44 | 13:55 Cortona | 1 change | |
4512 · 93642 · Autobus TM020 | On time 11:45 Rome Termini | 5h10 | 16:55 Cortona | 2 changes | |
4512 · 93642 · Autobus AT294 | On time 11:45 Rome Termini | 5h15 | 17:00 Cortona | 2 changes | |
590+ 32892 · Autobus TM016 | 12:43 Rome Tiburtina | 2h12 | 14:55 Cortona | 2 changes | |
590+ Autobus AT254 | 12:43 Rome Tiburtina | 2h47 | 15:30 Cortona | 1 change | |
9584+ 4107 · Autobus AT294 | 13:10 Rome Termini | 3h50 | 17:00 Cortona | 2 changes | |
9584+ 4107 · Autobus TM020 | 13:10 Rome Termini | 3h45 | 16:55 Cortona | 2 changes | |
9540+ 4081 · Autobus TM022 | On time 14:10 Rome Termini | 3h40 | 17:50 Cortona | 2 changes | |
4730 · 4104 · Autobus TM022 | On time 14:20 Rome Termini | 3h30 | 17:50 Cortona | 2 changes | |
4730 · 4104 · Autobus AT296 | On time 14:20 Rome Termini | 3h43 | 18:03 Cortona | 2 changes | |
592+ 93646 · Autobus TM024 | 15:30 Rome Termini | 3h20 | 18:50 Cortona | 2 changes | |
592+ Autobus AT296 | 15:30 Rome Termini | 2h33 | 18:03 Cortona | 1 change | |
4106 · Autobus AT280 | 17:20 Rome Termini | 2h53 | 20:13 Cortona | 1 change | |
9432+ 4111 · Autobus AT878 | 18:35 Rome Termini | 2h40 | 21:15 Cortona | 2 changes | |
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Town museum with Etruscan finds, Egyptian artefacts and major paintings, offering the best introduction to Cortona’s history.
Diocesan museum displaying Fra Angelico, Luca Signorelli and liturgical treasures in a refined historic setting.
Archaeological area and museum preserving a Roman villa with mosaics, baths and rural remains outside the town centre.
Main square lined with historic buildings and cafés, ideal for orientation, people-watching and daily life in the old town.
Scenic route rising to the basilica and fortress, combining woodland edges, town walls and some of Cortona’s best outlooks.
Elegant square by the cathedral and MAEC, framed by palaces and quieter than the main civic centre.
Thick hand-rolled pasta from the Cortona area, usually served with rich duck ragù. A classic festive dish of the Valdichiana and eastern Tuscany.
Tuscan bread soup made with stale bread, cannellini beans, cavolo nero and vegetables. It is a staple rural dish long associated with home cooking in the area.
Slices of Chianina beef, a prized local cattle breed from the Valdichiana, simply grilled to highlight the meat’s flavour and regional identity.
Stylish restaurant focused on seasonal Tuscan cuisine and local produce, offering a more contemporary feel within Cortona’s medieval centre.
Refined Tuscan dining in an elegant setting near Cortona, known for seasonal ingredients, polished service and a strong regional wine selection.
Well-known traditional restaurant inside Cortona’s historic centre, serving Tuscan classics, local wines and hearty regional dishes in a warm atmosphere.
Cortona is moderate for Tuscany: lodging and dining are often pricier than small towns, but local cafés, simple trattorias and buses keep daily costs manageable.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Cortona.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Cortona 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 Cortona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Cortona trains use the Roma Termini to station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Cortona 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 Nomentana is 5 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Nomentana has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Roma Nomentana.
Ticket office support is available at Roma Nomentana.
Available at Roma Nomentana: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Nomentana: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Nomentana: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sotel Nomentana Roma, Idea Hotel.
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