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Museo delle Navi Romane
Museum dedicated to the Roman ships recovered from nearby Lake Nemi. It is one of the most notable archaeological museums in the Castelli Romani area and a worthwhile excursion from Ciampino.
Cheapest price
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Average price
$-0.01
Fastest journey
13 h 17 m
Average duration
13 h 17 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paestum to Ciampino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Paestum to Ciampino without transferring at least once.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paestum to Ciampino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 157 miles (254 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Paestum to Ciampino:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paestum to Ciampino costing on average $25 (€20).
Other travel options to Ciampino take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 24m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Paestum to Ciampino buses for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:50 AM Paestum | 4h40 | 12:30 PM Ciampino | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Paestum to Ciampino run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:15, the last at 19:10. The fastest bus covers the 157 miles (254 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 157 miles (254 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 5:15 AM |
Last bus 7:10 PM |
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Museum dedicated to the Roman ships recovered from nearby Lake Nemi. It is one of the most notable archaeological museums in the Castelli Romani area and a worthwhile excursion from Ciampino.
Historic palace with museum collections, period interiors, and art. It is one of the strongest heritage visits within easy reach of Ciampino.
Museum and exhibition venue in Frascati housed in the Aldobrandini stables. It regularly hosts cultural exhibitions and is a strong nearby option from Ciampino.
Large protected park stretching near Ciampino, ideal for walking, cycling, and seeing ancient road remains in a green setting.
Historic Roman road lined with ruins, tombs, and countryside scenery. It is one of the most iconic walking routes accessible from Ciampino.
Popular lakeside area in Castel Gandolfo and Albano, appreciated for views, walks, and social-media-friendly scenery near Ciampino.
Slow-roasted, herb-stuffed pork from the Castelli Romani area near Ciampino. It is one of the region’s most iconic street and tavern foods.
Roman pasta with egg, pecorino romano, guanciale, and black pepper. A classic local specialty commonly found in traditional trattorie around Ciampino.
Bucatini with tomato, guanciale, and pecorino romano. Though linked to Amatrice, it is a staple across Rome and the surrounding towns.
Well-known Roman osteria in the Ciampino area, appreciated for classic pasta dishes, hearty mains, and a lively traditional atmosphere.
Recognized long-running Ciampino restaurant serving Roman seafood and classic Italian dishes with a more formal, old-school dining atmosphere.
Established local restaurant known for Roman and Lazio cuisine, including meat dishes and traditional pasta, in a comfortable sit-down setting.
Generally moderate. Meals and coffee are in line with Rome suburbs, while airport-area shops can cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good table service is appreciated. No tip is expected for coffee at the bar.
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