- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-famous museum complex with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical and Renaissance collections. Timed entry is strongly recommended due to very high demand.
Cheapest price
$177
Average price
$264
Fastest journey
13 h 11 m
Average duration
13 h 22 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
691 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fribourg to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fribourg to Rome will cost around $264 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $177.
Of the 2 trains that leave Fribourg for Rome on Thu, Jun 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 11 the direct trains cover the 691 km distance in an average of 13 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 11 m .
On Thu, Jun 11 the slowest trains will take 13 h 33 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 Fribourg to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $66, and a train costs an average of $93.
Distance: 429 miles (691 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$189 Average price | $160 Average price | $103 Average price Cheapest | $388 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 31m Average total duration 9h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 57m Average total duration 23h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fribourg to Rome:
A bus is $57 (€46) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fribourg to Rome costing on average $160 (€130).
A bus is $86 (€70) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fribourg to Rome costing on average $189 (€153).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 1m.
Bus takes on average 23h 27m.
The journey is about 1h 2m faster (9h 1m by train vs 10h 3m by car) and roughly $199 (€162) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($189 (€153) vs $388 (€315)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Fribourg to Rome trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:34 AM Fribourg | 13h11 | 6:45 PM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:34 AM Fribourg | 13h33 | 8:07 PM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Fribourg to Rome run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $93 (€76) but you can travel from only $45 (€37) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 18:34. The fastest train covers the 429 miles (691 km) distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 429 miles (691 km) |
Average train duration 9h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $93 (€76) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 5m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 6:34 PM |
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World-famous museum complex with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical and Renaissance collections. Timed entry is strongly recommended due to very high demand.
One of Rome’s finest art museums, known for Bernini sculptures and paintings by Caravaggio and Raphael. Advance reservation is typically required because entry is strictly timed.
The city’s historic civic museums on Capitoline Hill, featuring Roman bronzes, imperial sculpture, and art with views over the Forum.
Elegant Baroque square built on an ancient stadium, lined with fountains, palaces, and lively street life. A classic area for strolling and people-watching.
Atmospheric neighborhood of narrow lanes, ivy-covered buildings, and busy evening streets. Popular with visitors but still one of Rome’s most characteristic areas.
Famous monumental staircase linking Piazza di Spagna and Trinità dei Monti. A highly photographed landmark and social-media favorite.
A classic Roman pasta with pecorino Romano and black pepper. It is one of the city’s most iconic dishes and a benchmark of Roman cooking.
Traditional Roman pasta made with guanciale, egg yolk, pecorino Romano, and black pepper. It is famous for its rich sauce without cream.
A beloved pasta sauce of tomato, guanciale, and pecorino Romano, closely tied to Rome’s culinary identity and served with bucatini or rigatoni.
Rome’s most famous fine-dining restaurant, offering elegant tasting menus, panoramic views, and one of the city’s most prestigious dining experiences.
A historic trattoria near the Pantheon, famous for traditional Roman dishes such as gricia, amatriciana, and seasonal specialties.
A celebrated central Rome venue known for classic Roman pasta, exceptional cured meats, and a refined but lively atmosphere.
Rome is moderate by Western Europe standards: sights are affordable, but central hotels and tourist-area dining cost more.
Service is usually included or modest. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes and 5-10% at restaurants for good service is appreciated.
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