- 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
$60
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
9 h 44 m
Average duration
10 h 8 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cefalù to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cefalù to Rome will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 21 trains that leave Cefalù for Rome on Thu, Jun 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct trains cover the 448 km distance in an average of 10 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 44 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest trains will take 10 h 25 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.
Intercity 730
Intercity 736
InterCityNotte 1954
InterCityNotte 1958
Autobus SM026+
InterCityNotte 1958
Intercity 730+
FRECCIAROSSA 9568
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 9658
Autobus SM104+
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 9658
Intercity 730
Autobus SM004+
Intercity 736+
FRECCIAROSSA 9658Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cefalù to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $62, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 278 miles (448 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$85 Average price | $87 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 17m Average total duration 9h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 58m Average total duration 13h 58m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 9h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cefalù to Rome:
A ferry is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cefalù to Rome costing on average $85 (€69).
A ferry is $19 (€15) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cefalù to Rome costing on average $87 (€71).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 47m.
Bus takes on average 10h 50m.
Ferry takes on average 13h 58m.
Tickets start at around $85 (€69) compared to roughly $69 (€56) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-16.38 (€-13.24). The journey takes 9h 47m versus 9h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Cefalù to Rome trains for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus SM026+ InterCityNotte 1958 | 8:15 PM Cefalù | 13h36 | 9:51 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Autobus SM026+ InterCityNotte 1958+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 8:15 PM Cefalù | 12h45 | 9:00 AM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Autobus SM126+ InterCityNotte 1958+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 8:18 PM Cefalù | 12h42 | 9:00 AM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Autobus SM126+ InterCityNotte 1958 | 8:18 PM Cefalù | 13h33 | 9:51 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 1958+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 9:21 PM Cefalù station | 11h39 | 9:00 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 1958 | 9:21 PM Cefalù station | 12h30 | 9:51 AM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, June 4 | |||||
Autobus SM004+ Intercity 736 | 7:15 AM Cefalù | 11h19 | 6:34 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Autobus SM004+ Intercity 736+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658 | 7:15 AM Cefalù | 10h25 | 5:40 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Autobus SM104+ Intercity 736+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658 | 7:18 AM Cefalù | 10h22 | 5:40 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Autobus SM104+ Intercity 736 | 7:18 AM Cefalù | 11h16 | 6:34 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 736+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658 | 7:54 AM Cefalù station | 9h46 | 5:40 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 736 | 7:54 AM Cefalù station | 10h40 | 6:34 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus SM010+ Intercity 730+ FRECCIAROSSA 9568 | 10:15 AM Cefalù | 10h40 | 8:55 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Autobus SM010+ Intercity 730 | 10:15 AM Cefalù | 11h19 | 9:34 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Autobus SM110+ Intercity 730 | 10:18 AM Cefalù | 11h16 | 9:34 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Autobus SM110+ Intercity 730+ FRECCIAROSSA 9568 | 10:18 AM Cefalù | 10h37 | 8:55 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 730 | 11:11 AM Cefalù station | 10h23 | 9:34 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 730+ FRECCIAROSSA 9568 | 11:11 AM Cefalù station | 9h44 | 8:55 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Autobus SM024+ InterCityNotte 1954 | 5:35 PM Cefalù | 13h49 | 7:24 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Autobus SM124+ InterCityNotte 1954 | 5:38 PM Cefalù | 13h46 | 7:24 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 1954 | 6:34 PM Cefalù station | 12h50 | 7:24 AM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Cefalù to Rome run on average 14 times per day, taking around 9h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 278 miles (448 km) distance in 10h 23m.
Distance 278 miles (448 km) |
Average train duration 9h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 10h 23m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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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
A superb villa museum with Bernini sculptures and paintings by Caravaggio, Raphael, and Titian. Timed entry is limited, making advance booking especially important.
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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