- Must visit
Vatican Museums
A vast complex of papal collections including classical sculpture, Renaissance masterpieces, the Raphael Rooms, and access to the Sistine Chapel. One of Rome’s most important art visits and often best
Cheapest price
$65
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
5 h 36 m
Average duration
6 h 44 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
477 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brindisi to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brindisi to Rome will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $65.
Of the 8 trains that leave Brindisi for Rome on Sun, May 24, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 24 the direct trains cover the 477 km distance in an average of 6 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 36 m .
On Sun, May 24 the slowest trains will take 8 h 9 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 788
Regionale 4382+
Intercity 704
Intercity 1546+
Regionale 19743
Regionale 4376+
Intercity 716 · Intercity 550
FRECCIAROSSA 8302
FRECCIAROSSA 8302
FRECCIAROSSA 8306
FRECCIAROSSA 8326
InterCityNotte 788
Regionale 4376+
Intercity 716 · Intercity 550Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brindisi to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $23.
Distance: 296 miles (477 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$77 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $126 Average price |
6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Brindisi to Rome:
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brindisi to Rome costing on average $77 (€62).
A bus is $92 (€74) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brindisi to Rome costing on average $126 (€102).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 23m.
Bus takes on average 6h 43m.
The table below shows live departures for Brindisi to Rome trains for today, Saturday, May 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 8326 | 5:29 PM Brindisi station | 5h36 | 11:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 754+ FRECCIAROSSA 9505 | 8:53 PM Brindisi station | 12h11 | 9:04 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 754+ BUS L533D+ Intercity 533 | 8:53 PM Brindisi station | 12h57 | 9:50 AM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, May 24 | |||||
Regionale 4376+ Intercity 716 · Intercity 550 | 5:31 AM Brindisi station | 8h09 | 1:40 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8302 | 6:29 AM Brindisi station | 5h36 | 12:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8306 | 7:29 AM Brindisi station | 5h46 | 1:15 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 1546+ Regionale 19743 | 9:56 AM Brindisi station | 8h29 | 6:25 PM Rome Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4382+ Intercity 704 | 12:44 PM Brindisi station | 9h36 | 10:20 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828+ Intercity 704 | 1:20 PM Brindisi station | 9h00 | 10:20 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Brindisi to Rome run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 296 miles (477 km) distance in 5h 36m.
Distance 296 miles (477 km) |
Average train duration 6h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 5h 36m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Best time to book 91 days |
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A vast complex of papal collections including classical sculpture, Renaissance masterpieces, the Raphael Rooms, and access to the Sistine Chapel. One of Rome’s most important art visits and often best
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The world’s oldest public museums, displaying Roman bronzes, ancient inscriptions, imperial sculpture, and excellent views over the Roman Forum from Capitoline Hill.
A grand baroque square with Bernini’s Fountain of the Four Rivers, elegant facades, and constant street life. One of Rome’s classic strolling areas.
A lively neighborhood of narrow lanes, ivy-covered buildings, and popular evening atmosphere. Very popular for wandering and photography, especially after sunset.
A famous monumental staircase linking Piazza di Spagna with Trinità dei Monti. A classic meeting point and one of the city’s most photographed urban scenes.
A classic Roman pasta made with pecorino romano and black pepper. It is one of the city’s most iconic dishes for its simplicity and bold flavor.
Traditional Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, pecorino romano, and black pepper. It is a defining dish of Rome and is traditionally made without cream.
A beloved pasta sauce of tomato, guanciale, and pecorino romano, usually served with bucatini. It is a cornerstone of Roman trattoria cooking.
Rome’s best-known luxury dining destination, offering fine dining, panoramic views, and an acclaimed tasting-menu experience by Heinz Beck.
A historic restaurant near the Pantheon celebrated for careful Roman cooking, including gricia, oxtail, and seasonal specialties, in a polished traditional space.
A famous central Rome dining room and delicatessen known for Roman pasta, cured meats, cheeses, and an exceptional wine list in a lively upscale setting.
Moderate by Western Europe standards: sights and central hotels cost more, while casual dining and transit stay reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxis.
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