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Museo del Palazzo Apostolico di Castel Gandolfo
Museum inside the papal palace presenting pontifical apartments and Vatican-linked history. A major cultural stop near Ciampino with refined interiors.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vatican to Ciampino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vatican to Ciampino will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 1 buses from Vatican to Ciampino, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 17 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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.

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Buses from Vatican to Ciampino run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) but you can travel from only $2 (€2) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:24, the last at 23:52. The fastest bus covers the 10 miles (17 km) distance in 1h 30m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Sitbus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Sitbus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
The table below shows live departures for Vatican to Ciampino buses for tomorrow, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:30 AM Vatican | 1h30 | 6:00 AM Ciampino | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Museum inside the papal palace presenting pontifical apartments and Vatican-linked history. A major cultural stop near Ciampino with refined interiors.
Modern civic museum dedicated to Roman navigation on Lake Nemi. Its reconstructed ceremonial ships make it one of the area's most distinctive museums.
Civic museum in Lanuvio with archaeological finds from the ancient sanctuary of Juno Sospita. Strong choice for Roman and local history fans.
Elegant promenade in Frascati known for broad views toward Rome. It is one of the area's classic walking spots, especially at sunset.
Terraced viewpoint and public gardens in Frascati with sweeping views over Rome. A favorite stop for photography and evening walks.
Main square of Castel Gandolfo beside the papal palace. Its lake views and historic setting make it one of the prettiest nearby public spaces.
Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk and Pecorino Romano. A signature Lazio dish prized for its rich, silky sauce.
Pasta with guanciale, tomato and Pecorino Romano. A classic from the Rome area, loved for its bold, savory flavor.
Pasta with guanciale, Pecorino Romano and black pepper. One of Rome's oldest dishes, simple and intensely traditional.
Established seafood restaurant in Ciampino known for fresh fish dishes, polished service and a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Well-known local restaurant serving Roman and Italian favorites in a traditional, welcoming setting popular with residents.
Casual Ciampino pizzeria appreciated for Roman-style pizza and straightforward local dining in an unfussy atmosphere.
Moderate for the Rome area: budget stays and simple meals are manageable, but airport-area hotels, sit-down dining, and transit to Rome raise typical tourist costs.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Most Vatican to Ciampino buses use the to Ciampino, Via Luigi Einaudi / Viale John F. Kennedy station pair. Use this guide to compare Vatican and Ciampino bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Ciampino, Via Luigi Einaudi / Viale John F. Kennedy is 2 km from Ciampino city centre. Public transport options include:
Ciampino, Via Luigi Einaudi / Viale John F. Kennedy has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Ciampino, Via Luigi Einaudi / Viale John F. Kennedy. ATMs are available at Ciampino, Via Luigi Einaudi / Viale John F. Kennedy.
Ticket office support is available at Ciampino, Via Luigi Einaudi / Viale John F. Kennedy.
Available at Ciampino, Via Luigi Einaudi / Viale John F. Kennedy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ciampino, Via Luigi Einaudi / Viale John F. Kennedy: Basic accessibility features available.