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The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome to Ercolano

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£13

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£29

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 45 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 47 m

Trains on 18 Sept

104

Distance

198 km

Cheap tickets

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 £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.

Fast trains

To travel from Rome to Ercolano you need to make at least one change.

Regionale 21053 · Metropolitano 21307
5:293h17
Rome Tiburtina
8:46Portici-Ercolano
£131One-way
1 change
Regionale 21083 · Metropolitano 21347
16:563h20
Rome Termini
20:16Portici-Ercolano
£131One-way
1 change
Regionale 12733 · Regionale 21051 · Metropolitano 21337
13:364h10
Rome Termini
17:46Portici-Ercolano
£131One-way
2 changes
Regionale 21067 · Metropolitano 21329
11:563h20
Rome Termini
15:16Portici-Ercolano
£131One-way
1 change
Regionale 21055 · Metropolitano 21315
6:563h50
Rome Termini
10:46Portici-Ercolano
£131One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach, flight and train for Rome to Ercolano

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rome to Ercolano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a flight costs an average of £81.

Distance: 198 km

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Coach	Flight	Driving
£34 Average Price	£7 Average Price Cheapest	£81 Average Price	£51 Average Price (fuel + tolls)
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 56m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time*	2h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Ercolano is a coach with an average price of £7.

This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Ercolano:

A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Ercolano costing on average £34.

A coach is £74 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Ercolano costing on average £81.

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Ercolano is by flight with an average journey time of 56m.

Other travel options to Ercolano take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 4m.

Coach takes on average 2h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rome and Ercolano including taking a coach, flight and train.

Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 16m faster (2h 4m by train vs 2h 20m by car) and roughly £18 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£34 vs £51). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Rome to Ercolano train times

The table below shows live departures for Rome to Ercolano trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Regionale 12725 · Regionale 21043 · Metropolitano 5103	4:55 Rome Tiburtina	3h40	8:35 Torre del Greco station	2 changes
Regionale 12725 · Regionale 21043 · Metropolitano 5103	4:55 Rome Tiburtina	3h35	8:30 Portici-Ercolano	2 changes
Regionale 21053 · Metropolitano 21307	5:29 Rome Tiburtina	3h17	8:46 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Regionale 21053 · Metropolitano 21307	5:29 Rome Tiburtina	3h21	8:50 Torre del Greco station	1 change
InterCityNotte 797+Metropolitano 21307	5:56 Rome Tiburtina	2h50	8:46 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
InterCityNotte 797+Metropolitano 21307	5:56 Rome Tiburtina	2h54	8:50 Torre del Greco station	1 change
Intercity 701+Metropolitano 21309	6:26 Rome Termini	2h50	9:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Intercity 701+Metropolitano 21309	6:26 Rome Termini	2h54	9:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9501+Metropolitano 21307	6:55 Rome Termini	1h55	8:50 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9501+Metropolitano 21307	6:55 Rome Termini	1h51	8:46 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Regionale 21055 · Metropolitano 21315	6:56 Rome Termini	3h54	10:50 Torre del Greco station	1 change
Regionale 21055 · Metropolitano 21315	6:56 Rome Termini	3h50	10:46 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Intercity 723+Regionale 21049 · Metropolitano 21315	7:26 Rome Termini	3h24	10:50 Torre del Greco station	2 changes
Intercity 723+Metropolitano 21320	7:26 Rome Termini	4h10	11:36 Torre del Greco station	1 change
Intercity 723+Regionale 21049 · Metropolitano 21315	7:26 Rome Termini	3h20	10:46 Portici-Ercolano	2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 8333+Metropolitano 21445 · Metropolitano 21311	7:29 Rome Termini	2h17	9:46 Portici-Ercolano	2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 8333+Metropolitano 21445 · Metropolitano 21311	7:29 Rome Termini	2h21	9:50 Torre del Greco station	2 changes
Regionale 21057 · Metropolitano 21317	7:36 Rome Termini	4h10	11:46 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Regionale 21057 · Metropolitano 21317	7:36 Rome Termini	4h14	11:50 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9503+Regionale 5965	8:05 Rome Termini	2h00	10:05 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9503+Regionale 5965	8:05 Rome Termini	1h55	10:00 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Regionale 12655 · Regionale 21047 · Metropolitano 21317	8:06 Rome Termini	3h44	11:50 Torre del Greco station	2 changes
Regionale 12655 · Regionale 21047 · Metropolitano 21317	8:06 Rome Termini	3h40	11:46 Portici-Ercolano	2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9601+Metropolitano 21315	8:53 Rome Termini	1h53	10:46 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9601+Metropolitano 21315	8:53 Rome Termini	1h57	10:50 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9605+Metropolitano 21317	9:54 Rome Termini	1h56	11:50 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9605+Metropolitano 21317	9:54 Rome Termini	1h52	11:46 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Intercity 501+Metropolitano 21321	10:18 Rome Ostiense	2h58	13:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Intercity 501+Metropolitano 21321	10:18 Rome Ostiense	3h02	13:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 8335+Metropolitano 21319	10:20 Rome Termini	1h56	12:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 8335+Metropolitano 21319	10:20 Rome Termini	2h00	12:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
Regionale 21061 · Metropolitano 21325	10:36 Rome Termini	3h44	14:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
Regionale 21061 · Metropolitano 21325	10:36 Rome Termini	3h40	14:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9611+Metropolitano 21321	11:25 Rome Termini	1h55	13:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9611+Metropolitano 21321	11:25 Rome Termini	1h51	13:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Intercity 727+Metropolitano 21325	11:26 Rome Termini	2h50	14:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Intercity 727+Metropolitano 21325	11:26 Rome Termini	2h54	14:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9613+Metropolitano 21323	11:55 Rome Termini	1h55	13:50 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9613+Metropolitano 21323	11:55 Rome Termini	1h51	13:46 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Regionale 21067 · Metropolitano 21329	11:56 Rome Termini	3h20	15:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Regionale 21067 · Metropolitano 21329	11:56 Rome Termini	3h24	15:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+Metropolitano 21325	12:01 Rome Termini	2h15	14:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+Metropolitano 21325	12:01 Rome Termini	2h19	14:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
Intercity 553+Metropolitano 21329	12:26 Rome Termini	2h50	15:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Intercity 553+Metropolitano 21329	12:26 Rome Termini	2h54	15:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
Regionale 21071 · Metropolitano 21393	12:56 Rome Termini	3h39	16:35 Torre del Greco station	1 change
Regionale 21071 · Metropolitano 21393	12:56 Rome Termini	3h35	16:31 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+Metropolitano 21327	13:01 Rome Termini	1h49	14:50 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+Metropolitano 21327	13:01 Rome Termini	1h45	14:46 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9619+Metropolitano 21329	13:25 Rome Termini	1h55	15:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9619+Metropolitano 21329	13:25 Rome Termini	1h51	15:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Intercity 583+Regionale 5967	13:29 Rome Tiburtina	2h55	16:24 Torre del Greco station	1 change
Intercity 583+Regionale 5967	13:29 Rome Tiburtina	2h50	16:19 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Regionale 12733 · Regionale 21051 · Metropolitano 21337	13:36 Rome Termini	4h10	17:46 Portici-Ercolano	2 changes
Regionale 12733 · Regionale 21051 · Metropolitano 21337	13:36 Rome Termini	4h14	17:50 Torre del Greco station	2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9527+Metropolitano 21331	14:00 Rome Termini	1h46	15:46 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9527+Metropolitano 21331	14:00 Rome Termini	1h50	15:50 Torre del Greco station	1 change
Intercity 555+Metropolitano 21335	14:26 Rome Termini	2h54	17:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
Intercity 555+Metropolitano 21335	14:26 Rome Termini	2h50	17:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9413+Metropolitano 21393	14:38 Rome Termini	1h57	16:35 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9413+Metropolitano 21393	14:38 Rome Termini	1h53	16:31 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Regionale 5901 · Metropolitano 21339	14:44 Rome Tiburtina	3h36	18:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
Regionale 5901 · Metropolitano 21339	14:44 Rome Tiburtina	3h32	18:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Regionale 5893 · Regionale 5901 · Metropolitano 21339	14:53 Rome Termini	3h27	18:20 Torre del Greco station	2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9625+Metropolitano 21333	14:53 Rome Termini	1h53	16:46 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Regionale 5893 · Regionale 5901 · Metropolitano 21339	14:53 Rome Termini	3h23	18:16 Portici-Ercolano	2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9625+Metropolitano 21333	14:53 Rome Termini	1h57	16:50 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9627+Metropolitano 21335	15:25 Rome Termini	1h55	17:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9627+Metropolitano 21335	15:25 Rome Termini	1h51	17:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Intercity 707+Metropolitano 21339	15:26 Rome Termini	2h50	18:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Intercity 707+Metropolitano 21339	15:26 Rome Termini	2h54	18:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
Regionale 21077 · Metropolitano 21397	15:56 Rome Termini	3h39	19:35 Torre del Greco station	1 change
Regionale 21077 · Metropolitano 21397	15:56 Rome Termini	3h35	19:31 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9631+Metropolitano 21339	16:25 Rome Termini	1h55	18:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9631+Metropolitano 21339	16:25 Rome Termini	1h51	18:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Intercity 561+Metropolitano 21343	16:26 Rome Termini	2h50	19:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Intercity 561+Metropolitano 21343	16:26 Rome Termini	2h54	19:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+Regionale 5819 · Metropolitano 21395	16:35 Rome Termini	2h00	18:35 Torre del Greco station	2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+Regionale 5819 · Metropolitano 21395	16:35 Rome Termini	1h56	18:31 Portici-Ercolano	2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9633+Metropolitano 21341	16:50 Rome Termini	1h56	18:46 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9633+Metropolitano 21341	16:50 Rome Termini	2h00	18:50 Torre del Greco station	1 change
Regionale 21083 · Metropolitano 21347	16:56 Rome Termini	3h20	20:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Regionale 21083 · Metropolitano 21347	16:56 Rome Termini	3h24	20:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9637+Metropolitano 21343	17:24 Rome Termini	1h56	19:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9637+Metropolitano 21343	17:24 Rome Termini	1h52	19:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Intercity 591+Metropolitano 21347	17:26 Rome Termini	2h54	20:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
Intercity 591+Metropolitano 21347	17:26 Rome Termini	2h50	20:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9421+Metropolitano 21397	17:35 Rome Termini	1h56	19:31 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9421+Metropolitano 21397	17:35 Rome Termini	2h00	19:35 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9639+Metropolitano 21461 · Metropolitano 21345	17:53 Rome Termini	1h57	19:50 Torre del Greco station	2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9639+Metropolitano 21461 · Metropolitano 21345	17:53 Rome Termini	1h53	19:46 Portici-Ercolano	2 changes
Regionale 21087 · Metropolitano 21351	17:56 Rome Termini	3h20	21:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Regionale 21087 · Metropolitano 21351	17:56 Rome Termini	3h24	21:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9543+Metropolitano 21347	18:00 Rome Termini	2h20	20:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9543+Metropolitano 21347	18:00 Rome Termini	2h16	20:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Intercity 511+Metropolitano 21351	18:26 Rome Termini	2h54	21:20 Torre del Greco station	1 change
Intercity 511+Metropolitano 21351	18:26 Rome Termini	2h50	21:16 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9643+Metropolitano 21349	18:53 Rome Termini	1h57	20:50 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9643+Metropolitano 21349	18:53 Rome Termini	1h53	20:46 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
Regionale 21091 · Regionale 5959	18:56 Rome Termini	3h25	22:21 Torre del Greco station	1 change
Regionale 21091 · Regionale 5959	18:56 Rome Termini	3h21	22:17 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9547+Regionale 5789 · Metropolitano 21351	19:01 Rome Termini	2h19	21:20 Torre del Greco station	2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9547+Regionale 5789 · Metropolitano 21351	19:01 Rome Termini	2h15	21:16 Portici-Ercolano	2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9551+Metropolitano 21353	20:00 Rome Termini	1h50	21:50 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9551+Metropolitano 21353	20:00 Rome Termini	1h46	21:46 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 8525+Regionale 5959	20:25 Rome Termini	1h56	22:21 Torre del Greco station	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 8525+Regionale 5959	20:25 Rome Termini	1h52	22:17 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+Metropolitano 21355	20:35 Rome Termini	1h51	22:26 Portici-Ercolano	1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+Metropolitano 21355	20:35 Rome Termini	1h55	22:30 Torre del Greco station	1 change
InterCityNotte 795+Regionale 5968	23:26 Rome Ostiense	6h20	5:46 Torre del Greco station	1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Rome to Ercolano

Italy

Trains from Rome to Ercolano run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 198 km distance in 1h 54m.

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.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £4

Distance

198 km

Average train duration

2h 4m

Cheapest ticket price

£11

Trains per day

Fastest train

1h 54m

First train

4:50

Last train

23:56

Cheapest Month

Oct

Cheapest Day

Thu

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Sat

Least Busy Day

Tue

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £4

Train companies: Italo, Frecciarossa, Regionale from Rome to Ercolano trainsItalo, Frecciarossa, Regionale trains will get you between Rome and Ercolano from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Italo

About

Italo is Italy’s private high-speed train service operated by Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori (NTV), connecting major cities such as Rome, Milan, Naples, Florence, Turin, Bologna, and Salerno. Its fleet includes the Italo AGV 575, capable of speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), and the eco-friendly Italo EVO, which reaches up to 150 mph (250 km/h). Passengers can choose from four classes — Smart, Comfort, Prima, and Club Executive — all offering modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, reclining leather seats, footrests, bathrooms, snack machines, and Italo Live entertainment with movies, music, and games. Italo offers three fare types — Low Cost, Economy, and Flex — providing different levels of price and flexibility. Popular routes include Rome–Milan, Rome–Florence, and Milan–Turin, making Italo a fast, comfortable, and convenient way to travel around Italy.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Italo Duration

1h 54m

Cheapest Italo Price

£26

Luggage included

2 pieces of hand luggage (max 55x35x25cm) and 1 piece of luggage (max 75x53x30cm)

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled trains

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Snack bar service available in most trains with drinks and light refreshments. Welcome service in Prima and Club Executive classes

Seat reservation

Included in Prima and Club Executive. Optional extra cost in Smart and Comfort

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

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Frecciarossa

About

Step on board a Frecciarossa train and relax as you travel across Italy. Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa high-speed trains make around 200 connections across the country each day and are renowned for their comfort, speed, and reduced environmental impact. Reaching speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h), they connect major destinations such as Rome, Florence, Milan, Venice, and Naples quickly and efficiently. When booking your Frecciarossa journey, you can choose between four classes: Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive. While each class offers different levels of comfort, all provide free Wi-Fi access, power outlets, air conditioning, bathrooms, luggage storage, onboard entertainment, and restaurant and bar services. Ticket options include Super Economy, Economy, and Base, making it easy to find the right balance of comfort and price for your trip.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Frecciarossa Duration

1h 31m

Cheapest Frecciarossa Price

£52

Frecciarossa frequency

13 a day

Luggage included

1 carry-on bag and 1 suitcase per passenger

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at carriage ends, under seats

Cancellation Policy

Refund policy depends on ticket type

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled trains

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant car with full meals, bar service with snacks and beverages, at-seat service in Executive class

Seat reservation

Included in Executive class, optional fee for other classes

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, assistance service available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, service animals free

Quiet zone

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Regionale

About

Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Regionale Duration

3h 8m

Cheapest Regionale Price

£31

Regionale frequency

23 a day

Luggage included

Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats

Cancellation Policy

According to ticket conditions

Refund

Full refund provided

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages

Seat reservation

Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle

Quiet zone

Complete guide to Ercolano

Things to do in Ercolano

Discover the best of Ercolano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ercolano trip today.

Must visit

Museo Nazionale Ferroviario di Pietrarsa

Railway museum with historic locomotives, carriages and royal trains. A rewarding stop for transport and industrial history fans.

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Recommended

Antiquarium di Ercolano

Site museum displaying finds from ancient Herculaneum, with artefacts that add context to a visit around the excavations.

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Recommended

MAV - Museo Archeologico Virtuale

Small virtual museum using multimedia to reconstruct daily life in ancient Herculaneum before and after the eruption.

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Euro (€)

Moderate for Campania. Dining and local trains are reasonable, while hotels near Pompeii and Naples can raise overall trip costs in peak season.

Average meal costs

Budget: €8-12 for a simple meal or takeaway.
Mid-range: €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: €50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: €1.20-2.50 for coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Rome to Ercolano train

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.

The cost of a train ticket from Rome to Ercolano can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £34.

The train journey from Rome to Ercolano covers a distance of 198 km and takes approximately 1h 54m. Trains run 14 per day.

The train distance from Rome to Ercolano is 198 km.

The first train from Rome to Ercolano leaves at 4:50.

The last train from Rome to Ercolano departs at 23:56.

Trains from Rome to Ercolano run approximately 14 times per day.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Rome to Ercolano.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Rome to Ercolano.

To get from Rome to Ercolano, you can choose from several travel options including coach, flight and train.

There is no night train service from Rome to Ercolano.

The train station in Rome that goes to Ercolano is Rome Termini, and it arrives at Portici-Ercolano.

The cheapest way to get from Rome to Ercolano is by coach, costing approximately £4.

Booking trains from Rome to Ercolano 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 to Ercolano offers scenic views, particularly as it approaches the Bay of Naples, providing glimpses of Mount Vesuvius and the surrounding countryside.

Yes, a day trip from Rome to Ercolano is feasible, with a travel duration of 1h 54m. The distance is 198 km and there are 11 train trips available per day.

In Ercolano, visitors can explore the Herculaneum Archaeological Park, a well-preserved ancient Roman town, and visit Villa Campolieto, an 18th-century villa with stunning architecture. The MAV - Virtual Archaeological Museum offers an interactive digital exploration of ancient Herculaneum, while Villa Favorita provides beautiful gardens and views of the Bay of Naples. For outdoor enthusiasts, hiking trails on Mount Vesuvius offer breathtaking views. Additionally, you can browse local stalls at the Ercolano Scavi Market, enjoy wine tasting at local wineries, savour traditional Neapolitan dishes, attend cultural events, and take guided tours to discover hidden gems and historical insights.

A visit to Ercolano typically requires one to two days to explore its main attractions, such as the Herculaneum archaeological site and the nearby Mount Vesuvius.

Yes, you can take the train from Rome to Ercolano.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Rome and Ercolano

Most Rome to Ercolano trains use the Roma Termini to Portici-ercolano 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.

Departure train stations in Rome

Arrival train stations in Ercolano

Which Rome station do trains to Ercolano leave from?

Trains from Rome to Ercolano leave from Roma Termini. The station is 2 km from Rome city centre at Piazza dei Cinquecento 1, 00185 Rome, Italy.

Roma TerminiPiazza dei Cinquecento 1, 00185 Rome, Italy+39 064745421 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Roma Termini from Rome city centre

Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:

Metro linesA (red), B (blue)

Bus lines5, H, 38, 40 Express, 50 Express, 64, 66, 70, 75, 82, 90 Express, 92, 105, 150F, 223, 310, 590, 714, 910, C2, C3

Tram lines5, 14

Train linesItalo, FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, EN, CNL, R, Leonardo Express

Roma Termini train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.

More about Roma Termini

Roma TrasteverePiazza Flavio Biondo, 00153 Rome, Italy+39 06 575 5310 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Roma Trastevere from Rome city centre

Roma Trastevere is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe, 4134, 4136, 4138, 4140, 4130, 34488, 34482, 34480, 34476, 34474, 4132, 4128 · 20m · £0.90 · every ~4 min

Bus170 · 36m · £2 · every ~10 min

170 · 39m · £2 · every ~10 min

Tram3 · 38m · £2 · every ~3 min

Roma Trastevere train station facilities and services

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.