- 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
$104
Average price
$136
Fastest journey
10 h 49 m
Average duration
11 h 52 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
636 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Engelberg to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Engelberg to Rome will cost around $136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $104.
Of the 2 trains that leave Engelberg for Rome on Wed, Jun 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct trains cover the 636 km distance in an average of 11 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 49 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest trains will take 12 h 54 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Engelberg to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. 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 bus costs an average of $52, and a flight costs an average of $45.
Distance: 395 miles (636 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$131 Average price | $168 Average price | $93 Average price Cheapest | $327 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 14m Average total duration 8h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 29m Average total duration 22h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Engelberg to Rome:
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Engelberg to Rome costing on average $131 (€106).
A bus is $75 (€61) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Engelberg to Rome costing on average $168 (€136).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 44m.
Bus takes on average 22h 59m.
Tickets start at around $131 (€106) compared to roughly $327 (€264) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $196 (€158). The journey takes 8h 44m versus 8h 17m 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 Engelberg to Rome trains for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:18 AM Engelberg | 10h49 | 8:07 PM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Engelberg to Rome run on average 24 times per day, taking around 8h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $89 (€72) but you can travel from only $45 (€37) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 395 miles (636 km) distance in 6h 36m.
Distance 395 miles (636 km) |
Average train duration 8h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€72) |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 6h 36m |
First train 12:09 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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