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Museo del Castello Cantelmo
Museum inside Castello Cantelmo presenting the town’s history and heritage. A useful first stop for understanding Popoli and its surroundings.
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Popoli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Popoli will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 trains that leave Rome for Popoli every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 6 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Popoli among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a coach costs an average of £20.
Distance: 115 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price |
3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 27m Average total duration 7h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Popoli trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:16 Rome | 6h00 | 12:16 Popoli | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Rome to Popoli run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 115 km distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 115 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 5:38 |
Last train 21:50 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Popoli — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Popoli trip today.
Museum inside Castello Cantelmo presenting the town’s history and heritage. A useful first stop for understanding Popoli and its surroundings.
Interpretive museum about the local springs and river landscape, helping visitors understand why Popoli developed in this strategic setting.
Small civic museum focused on local culture and historical materials. It suits visitors interested in the town’s identity beyond the main sights.
Protected springs area with clear water, paths and rich greenery. It is one of Popoli’s most memorable outdoor places for gentle walking and nature.
Main square in the historic centre, framed by civic buildings and daily town life. A practical base for exploring nearby streets and churches.
Historic old-town area with stone lanes, arches and traditional houses. Ideal for a slow walk and for discovering quieter corners of Popoli.
Rustic skewers of sheep or lamb grilled over charcoal. A hallmark of Abruzzo, prized for simple seasoning and strong pastoral flavours.
Fresh egg pasta strands traditionally served with lamb ragù. It is a celebrated Sunday dish across inland Abruzzo.
Small handmade pasta shapes with beans, often enriched with tomato and pork. A comforting mountain staple in Abruzzese homes.
Welcoming restaurant focused on Abruzzese cooking, including meat dishes and seasonal local ingredients, with a traditional feel.
Traditional Abruzzese restaurant in Popoli known for hearty local dishes, grilled meats and a relaxed small-town atmosphere.
Casual pizzeria and restaurant serving pizzas, pasta and regional specialities in an informal setting popular with locals.
Popoli is budget-friendly for Italy, with modest hotel rates, inexpensive dining and limited local transport costs compared with larger tourist cities.
Service is often included or modest. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; tipping is appreciated, not expected.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Popoli 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 Popoli, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Popoli trains use the Roma Termini to Popoli-Vittorito station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Popoli 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 Prenestina is 5 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Prenestina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Waraku, Osteria Bonelli
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Ticket office support is available at Roma Prenestina. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Roma Prenestina.
Available at Roma Prenestina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Prenestina: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Prenestina: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include B&B Hotel Roma Italia Viminale, Hotel Domidea, Hotel Eurostars Roma Aeterna.
Popoli-Vittorito has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Popoli-Vittorito.
ATMs are available at Popoli-Vittorito.
Accessibility facilities are available at Popoli-Vittorito.
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