The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome to Lecce
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
5 h 41 m
Average duration
6 h 1 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
506 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Lecce is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Lecce will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
Of the 9 trains that leave Rome for Lecce every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 506 km distance in an average of 6 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 28 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.
Regionale Veloce 4164+
Intercity 60914:208h29Rome Termini22:49Lecce station£591One-way1 change
Intercity 703+
Regionale Veloce 44117:288h15Rome Termini15:43Lecce station£591One-way1 change
Regionale Veloce 4160+
InterCityNotte 76521:1711h34Rome Termini8:51Lecce station£691One-way1 change
Regionale Veloce 4152+
Intercity 6079:3011h05Rome Termini20:35Lecce station£751One-way1 change
FRECCIARGENTO 83038:006h20Rome Termini14:20Lecce station£751One-way0 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 832318:055h41Rome Termini23:46Lecce station£791One-way0 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 831514:585h47Rome Termini20:45Lecce station£1801One-way0 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 831715:575h51Rome Termini21:48Lecce station£791One-way0 changes
FRECCIARGENTO 83038:006h20Rome Termini14:20Lecce station£751One-way0 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8311+
Regionale Veloce 442713:156h28Rome Termini19:43Lecce station£771One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Rome to Lecce
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rome to Lecce among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a flight costs an average of £18.
Distance: 506 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£58 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £186 Average Price |
7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Rome to Lecce train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Lecce trains for today, Sunday 19 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 4160+ InterCityNotte 765 | 21:17 Rome Termini | 11h34 | 8:51 Lecce station | 1 change | |
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Intercity 703+ Regionale Veloce 4411 | 7:28 Rome Termini | 8h15 | 15:43 Lecce station | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8303 | 8:00 Rome Termini | 6h20 | 14:20 Lecce station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4152+ Intercity 607 | 9:30 Rome Termini | 11h05 | 20:35 Lecce station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8311+ Regionale Veloce 4427 | 13:15 Rome Termini | 6h28 | 19:43 Lecce station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4164+ Intercity 609 | 14:20 Rome Termini | 8h29 | 22:49 Lecce station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8315 | 14:58 Rome Termini | 5h47 | 20:45 Lecce station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8317 | 15:57 Rome Termini | 5h51 | 21:48 Lecce station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8323 | 18:05 Rome Termini | 5h41 | 23:46 Lecce station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rome to Lecce
Trains from Rome to Lecce run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 506 km distance in 5h 41m.
Distance 506 km |
Average train duration 7h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 41m |
First train 4:35 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Frecciargento, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Italo, Trenitalia from Rome to Lecce trainsFrecciargento, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Italo, Trenitalia trains will get you between Rome and Lecce from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rome to Lecce train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Lecce 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 Lecce, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rome and Lecce
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Acafe
- Moka Café
- Roadhouse Grill
- McDonald's
- Gusto
- Chef Express
- Coop Minimarket
- Mercato Centrale
- The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
- Archi di Roma Guest House
- Gemma di Roma
- The Liberty Boutique Hotel
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Located near Platform 24.
- Metro lines: A (red), B (blue)
- Bus lines: 5, H, 38, 40 Express, 50 Express, 64, 66, 70, 75, 82, 90 Express, 92, 105, 150F, 223, 310, 590, 714, 910, C2, C3
- Tram lines: 5, 14
- Train lines: Italo, FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, EN, CNL, R, Leonardo Express
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes.
- Luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
- Rock n’ Coffee Roma
- Arabian Kebab
- Ingredienti
- McDonald’s
- Numb's Bakery Café
- Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
- B&B Rome Tiburtina
- B&B Alba Domus Roma
- Hotel delle Province
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Metro lines: LB
- Bus lines: 62, 71, 111, 111F, 120F, 135, 163, 168, 211, 309, 409, n409, n041, C2, C3, Airport Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FA, IC, REG, FL1, FL2, FL3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via di Monte Verde.
- Trattoria Da Enzo al 29
- Osteria der Belli
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel San Francesco
- Hotel Ripa Roma
- Hotel Santa Maria
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and local trains
- Tram: Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main road.
- Alibi Creative Club
- Osteria degli Spiriti
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hilton Garden Inn Lecce
- Patria Palace Hotel
- Risorgimento Resort
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and intercity destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional train connections
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