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Badia Vecchia
Museum within the Badia Vecchia tower, displaying archaeological material linked to Taormina and the surrounding area.
Cheapest price on 22 Oct
£58
Average ticket price on 22 Oct
£78
Fastest journey on 22 Oct
9 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 22 Oct
9 h 32 m
Trains on 22 Oct
6
Distance
509 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Taormina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Taormina will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
On Thu 22 Oct, we found 6 trains from Rome to Taormina, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 509 km distance in an average of 9 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 16 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.
InterCityNotte 95063+
BUS L959F
Intercity 95057+
BUS L727D
Intercity 723+
BUS L721A
InterCityNotte 1955
FRECCIAROSSA 9653+
InterCityNotte 1955
FRECCIAROSSA 9653+
InterCityNotte 1955+
Regionale 12953
FRECCIAROSSA 9653+
InterCityNotte 1955
Intercity 95057+
BUS L727D
Intercity 723+
BUS L721A
InterCityNotte 1955Trains from Rome to Taormina run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 509 km distance in 7h 2m.
Distance 509 km |
Average train duration 9h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 7h 2m |
First train 5:52 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Rome to Taormina trains for today, Wednesday 21 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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InterCityNotte 1955 | 20:31 Rome Termini | 10h16 | 6:47 Taormina-Giardini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9653+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 21:25 Rome Termini | 9h22 | 6:47 Taormina-Giardini | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9653+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12953 | 21:25 Rome Termini | 9h06 | 6:31 Taormina-Giardini | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 95063+ BUS L959F | 23:00 Rome Termini | 10h23 | 9:23 Taormina-Giardini | 1 change | |
| Thursday 22 October | |||||
Intercity 723+ BUS L721A | 7:26 Rome Termini | 9h27 | 16:53 Taormina-Giardini | 1 change | |
Intercity 95057+ BUS L727D | 11:26 Rome Termini | 9h27 | 20:53 Taormina-Giardini | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Museum within the Badia Vecchia tower, displaying archaeological material linked to Taormina and the surrounding area.
Compact museum in Palazzo Ciampoli presenting archaeological exhibitions in a restored historic building near the centre.
Art venue for temporary exhibitions inside a medieval palace. Worth visiting for the architecture and changing cultural programme.
Taormina’s main pedestrian street, lined with historic buildings, shops and churches. Ideal for a first walk through the old town.
Elegant square beside San Giuseppe church and the clock tower, with terraces overlooking the coastline and Mount Etna.
Public garden created by Florence Trevelyan, with exotic plants, shaded paths and viewpoints over the sea and the theatre area.
Crisp rice balls filled with ragù, peas and cheese, then fried. A Sicilian street-food classic found across the island, including Taormina.
Fresh pasta with fried aubergine, tomato, basil and salted ricotta. Named for Catania-born opera Norma and deeply rooted in eastern Sicilian cooking.
Sweet ricotta-filled pastry tubes, often with pistachio or candied fruit. One of Sicily’s most iconic desserts and a staple in Taormina pastry shops.
Refined dining with Sicilian seafood and seasonal tasting menus, served in an elegant setting with views over the Taormina coastline.
Historic casual venue known for Sicilian pastries, granita and light meals, with a Belle Époque atmosphere in the heart of Taormina.
Established restaurant near Porta Messina specialising in fresh fish, shellfish and Sicilian recipes, with polished but relaxed service.
Taormina is pricier than many Sicilian towns, with higher hotel and restaurant prices in peak season, while local buses and cafés remain fairly reasonable.
Service is often included or rounded in. Restaurants: leave 5-10% for excellent service. Cafés: round up or leave small change. Taxis: round up the fare.
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Taormina-Giardini -> Porta Messina, Taormina
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Taormina 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 Taormina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Taormina trains use the Roma Termini to station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Taormina 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 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.
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