
Day trip from Fiumicino to Ponza by ferry
Why visit Ponza for the day?
Ponza is known for clear water, volcanic cliffs and pastel buildings around its harbour. The island feels shaped by the sea, with a relaxed rhythm and traces of Roman history.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Fiumicino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £165 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £165, while a flight costs an average of £436.
Distance: 1342 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£436 Average Price | £165 Average Price Cheapest | £280 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 49m Average total duration Fastest 4h 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 33h 56m Average total duration 33h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare the available ways to get from Madrid to Fiumicino, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Fiumicino:
A coach is £271 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Fiumicino costing on average £436.
Other travel options to Fiumicino take longer:
Coach takes on average 33h 56m.
You'll arrive about 14h 34m sooner (4h 49m by flight vs 19h 23m by car). Tickets start at around £436 compared to roughly £280 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
How to get to Fiumicino from Madrid by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Madrid to Fiumicino is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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The most popular day trips by ferry from Fiumicino are Ponza, Rome, Tivoli, Viterbo and Orvieto. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Fiumicino on Omio.

Ponza is known for clear water, volcanic cliffs and pastel buildings around its harbour. The island feels shaped by the sea, with a relaxed rhythm and traces of Roman history.

Rome blends ancient monuments with lively streets, café culture and neighbourhood life. Known for the Colosseum, the Pantheon and St Peter's Basilica, it feels both grand and deeply lived-in.

Tivoli is a hillside town east of Rome known for Villa d’Este and Hadrian’s Villa. Its historic centre feels lived-in and calm, with stone streets, fountains and broad views over the surrounding countryside.

Viterbo is a medieval city in Lazio known for its papal history, stone streets and nearby thermal springs. The old quarter gathers towers, piazzas and the Palazzo dei Papi, giving the city a distinctly historic character.

Orvieto is known for its dramatic Duomo, Etruscan heritage and position on volcanic cliffs. Medieval streets, underground spaces and a calm Umbrian atmosphere give it a distinct character.
Travel to Fiumicino easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to Fiumicino.

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Fiumicino:
A coach is £271 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Fiumicino costing on average £436.
Other travel options to Fiumicino take longer:
Coach takes on average 33h 56m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid and Fiumicino as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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