
1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£36
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£60
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
4 h 11 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
4 h 34 m
Trains on 05 Sept
27
Distance
380 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Rapallo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Rapallo will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 27 trains from Rome to Rapallo, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 380 km distance in an average of 4 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 51 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.
Intercity 510
Intercity 89442+
Regionale Veloce 3016
Regionale 4100 · Regionale 18379 · Regionale Veloce 3282
Regionale Veloce 4098 · Regionale 18373 · Regionale Veloce 3096
Regionale Veloce 4096 · Regionale 18367 · Regionale Veloce 3274
FRECCIABIANCA 8626
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+
Regionale Veloce 3261
FRECCIAROSSA 8606+
Intercity 666
FRECCIABIANCA 8630+
Regionale 12300
FRECCIABIANCA 8620+
Regionale Veloce 3278Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Rapallo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £24, while a flight costs an average of £96.
Distance: 380 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price | £96 Average Price | £98 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Rapallo:
A train is £19 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Rome to Rapallo costing on average £43.
A train is £72 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Rapallo costing on average £96.
Other travel options to Rapallo take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 4m.
Coach takes on average 6h 50m.
Tickets start at around £24 compared to roughly £98 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £74. The journey takes 5h 4m versus 4h 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Rapallo trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9423+ Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 14:20 Rome Termini | 5h19 | 19:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 518 | 15:28 Rome Termini | 5h16 | 20:44 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4136 · Regionale 19380 · Regionale Veloce 3288 | 16:12 Rome Termini | 8h12 | 0:24 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8626 | 16:27 Rome Termini | 5h05 | 21:32 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552+ Intercity 687 | 16:55 Rome Termini | 6h27 | 23:22 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8630+ Regionale 12300 | 17:57 Rome Termini | 5h36 | 23:33 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Intercity 522+ Regionale 12210 · Regionale Veloce 3016 | 19:43 Rome Ostiense | 9h07 | 4:50 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 796 | 23:59 Rome Tiburtina | 6h32 | 6:31 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
Regionale Veloce 4094 · Regionale 18365 · Regionale Veloce 3270 | 5:30 Rome Termini | 9h11 | 14:41 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4096 · Regionale 18367 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 6:10 Rome Termini | 10h31 | 16:41 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 37452 | 6:15 Rome Tiburtina | 6h47 | 13:02 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale Veloce 3261 | 6:18 Rome Termini | 4h35 | 10:53 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Intercity 666 | 7:00 Rome Termini | 4h37 | 11:37 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406+ Regionale Veloce 4019+ InterCityNotte 37452 | 7:30 Rome Termini | 5h32 | 13:02 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 510 | 7:53 Rome Tiburtina | 7h05 | 14:58 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9616+ Intercity 665 | 8:15 Rome Termini | 6h06 | 14:21 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4098 · Regionale 18373 · Regionale Veloce 3096 | 8:20 Rome Termini | 9h38 | 17:58 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490+ Regionale Veloce 4021+ Intercity 670 | 8:30 Rome Termini | 5h09 | 13:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506+ Regionale 18365 · Regionale Veloce 3270 | 8:50 Rome Termini | 5h51 | 14:41 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9620+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 9:20 Rome Termini | 6h03 | 15:23 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414+ Regionale 18287+ Intercity 510 | 9:35 Rome Termini | 5h23 | 14:58 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 588+ Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 10:15 Rome Termini | 7h24 | 17:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416+ Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 10:30 Rome Termini | 5h09 | 15:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 4100 · Regionale 18379 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 11:08 Rome Tiburtina | 9h46 | 20:54 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8616 | 11:20 Rome Termini | 5h03 | 16:23 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 11:35 Rome Termini | 6h04 | 17:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9630+ Intercity 673 | 11:46 Rome Termini | 6h33 | 18:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale 18379+ Intercity 684 | 12:43 Rome Tiburtina | 6h56 | 19:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Rome to Rapallo run on average 21 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 380 km distance in 4h 28m.
Distance 380 km |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Discover the best of Rapallo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rapallo trip today.
Museum in the seaside castle presenting exhibitions and cultural displays in one of Rapallo’s most recognisable historic buildings.
Compact lace museum in a historic villa, showing local craftsmanship, tools and delicate pieces linked to Ligurian textile traditions.
Gallery and exhibition space hosting changing art shows and cultural events inside the lakeside setting of Villa Tigullio.
Elegant seafront promenade lined with palms, harbour views and Belle Époque buildings; ideal for a scenic walk at any time of day.
Main square near the waterfront, surrounded by historic buildings and everyday town life, making it a useful and lively meeting point.
Public park around Villa Tigullio with lawns, trees and sea views, offering a relaxed green break close to the centre.
A thin Ligurian chickpea pancake baked in a wood oven. Simple, crisp and deeply traditional across the Gulf of Tigullio.
A savoury vegetable pie of Swiss chard, herbs and cheese in thin pastry. A classic Ligurian home dish eaten throughout the area.
Fresh pasta ribbons with basil pesto, potatoes and green beans. This is one of Liguria’s signature dishes and common around Rapallo.
Traditional Ligurian restaurant known for seafood and regional pasta dishes in a relaxed, classic setting near the seafront.
Established seafood-focused dining with refined Ligurian cooking and a polished atmosphere, popular for fish and local specialities.
Casual spot for pizza, farinata and Ligurian favourites, valued for an easy-going atmosphere and dependable traditional choices.
Rapallo is pricier than many Italian towns, with higher hotel and restaurant costs in peak season, though trains and simple lunches remain fairly reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; taxi tipping is optional, and small change at cafés is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Rapallo 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 Rapallo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Rapallo trains use the Roma Termini to Rapallo station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Rapallo 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 Ostiense is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Ostiense has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ramen Bar Akira, Eataly Roma
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roma Ostiense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Roma Ostiense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Ostiense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Abitart, Hotel San Anselmo, Hotel Villa San Pio.
Rapallo 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: Ristorante Monique, Gran Caffe Rapallo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rapallo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rapallo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rapallo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rapallo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rapallo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Hotel Vesuvio, Grand Hotel Bristol Resort & Spa.
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