- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-famous museum complex with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and vast papal collections. Timed entry is strongly recommended due to heavy demand.
Cheapest price
$275
Average price
$333
Fastest journey
8 h 13 m
Average duration
10 h 35 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
697 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Rome will cost around $333 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $275.
Of the 3 trains that leave Geneva for Rome on Fri, May 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 22 the direct trains cover the 697 km distance in an average of 10 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 13 m .
On Fri, May 22 the slowest trains will take 15 h 18 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a train costs an average of $149.
Distance: 433 miles (697 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$250 Average price | $205 Average price | $85 Average price Cheapest | $376 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 19m Average total duration 10h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 47m Average total duration 11h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Rome:
A bus is $120 (€97) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Rome costing on average $205 (€166).
A bus is $165 (€133) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Rome costing on average $250 (€202).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 49m.
Bus takes on average 11h 17m.
Tickets start at around $250 (€202) compared to roughly $376 (€304) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $126 (€102). The journey takes 10h 49m versus 9h 26m 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 Geneva to Rome trains for today, Thursday, May 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 45+ Regionale Veloce 2036+ InterCityNotte 797 | 1:27 PM Geneva station | 16h26 | 5:53 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9657+ EuroCity 45 | 1:27 PM Geneva station | 8h13 | 9:40 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, May 22 | |||||
![]() | 4:27 AM Geneva | 15h18 | 7:45 PM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Geneva to Rome run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $149 (€121) but you can travel from only $55 (€44) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 433 miles (697 km) distance in 8h 13m.
Distance 433 miles (697 km) |
Average train duration 10h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $149 (€121) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 13m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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World-famous museum complex with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and vast papal collections. Timed entry is strongly recommended due to heavy demand.
Premier art gallery in Villa Borghese, known for Bernini sculptures and masterpieces by Caravaggio and Raphael. Advance reservation is typically required.
Rome’s historic civic museums on Capitoline Hill, featuring ancient Roman sculpture, bronzes, and sweeping views over the Forum.
Elegant baroque square famed for Bernini fountains, church facades, and lively street atmosphere. A classic place to stroll day or night.
Beloved neighborhood of narrow lanes, ivy-clad buildings, and vibrant evening life, popular with both locals and visitors.
Iconic monumental staircase and social gathering point linking Piazza di Spagna with Trinità dei Monti, especially photogenic at golden hour.
Iconic Roman pasta made with tonnarelli or spaghetti, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. A minimalist classic strongly associated with Rome.
Classic Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. It is one of the city’s most famous traditional dishes.
Roman favorite of pasta dressed with tomato, guanciale, Pecorino Romano, and chili or black pepper. Deeply rooted in local trattoria culture.
Rome’s landmark fine-dining restaurant offering refined Italian cuisine, luxury service, and panoramic city views. Best for a splurge experience.
Historic trattoria near the Pantheon, famous for classic Roman dishes such as carbonara, amatriciana, and seasonal specialties. Traditional and intimate.
Celebrated central Rome dining room known for Roman pasta, cured meats, cheeses, and an excellent wine list. Busy, polished, and very popular.
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