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Museo Nazionale Ferroviario di Pietrarsa
Railway museum with historic locomotives, carriages and royal trains. A rewarding stop for transport and industrial history fans.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Ercolano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Ercolano will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
To travel from Rome to Ercolano you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Rome to Ercolano run on average 58 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 198 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 198 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 58 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 4:50 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rome to Ercolano.
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Ercolano trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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9903 · Itabus | 1011 | 7:40 Rome Termini | 1h54 | 9:34 Ercolano, Piazza Trieste | 1 change | |
9998 · Itabus | 1013 | 11:40 Rome Termini | 2h54 | 14:34 Ercolano, Piazza Trieste | 1 change | |
9975 · Itabus | 1013 | 12:40 Rome Termini | 1h54 | 14:34 Ercolano, Piazza Trieste | 1 change | |
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Railway museum with historic locomotives, carriages and royal trains. A rewarding stop for transport and industrial history fans.
Site museum displaying finds from ancient Herculaneum, with artefacts that add context to a visit around the excavations.
Small virtual museum using multimedia to reconstruct daily life in ancient Herculaneum before and after the eruption.
Panoramic area on the volcano above town, valued for crater walks and sweeping views over the Bay of Naples.
Historic coastal route lined with eighteenth-century villas. Ideal for a walk to appreciate Ercolano’s elegant urban heritage.
Green urban park near the sea with mature trees, pathways and open space for a quiet break from the archaeological crowds.
Biscotti flavoured with toasted almonds and black pepper, a classic sweet from the Vesuvian area traditionally linked to festive baking.
Sweet rum-soaked sponge cake filled with ricotta and candied fruit, created in nearby Naples and widely loved around Ercolano.
Small shell-shaped cakes from the Naples area made with semolina and ricotta, prized for their crisp layers and citrus aroma.
Refined seafood-focused restaurant in Ercolano with elegant interiors and polished Campanian cooking suited to a longer dinner.
Traditional pizzeria and restaurant near the archaeological area, known for Neapolitan pizza, local classics and a lively casual setting.
Well-known local restaurant serving seafood, pasta and regional dishes in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
Moderate for Campania. Dining and local trains are reasonable, while hotels near Pompeii and Naples can raise overall trip costs in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Ercolano 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 Ercolano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Ercolano trains use the Roma Termini to Ercolano Scavi station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Ercolano 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 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.
Ercolano Scavi has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ercolano Scavi: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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