- 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
$33
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
70
Distance
270 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucca to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucca to Rome will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
It's difficult to get from Lucca to Rome without transferring at least once.
Regionale 18566 · Regionale Veloce 4131
Regionale 18588 · Regionale Veloce 4137
Regionale 18584 · Regionale Veloce 4137
Regionale 18494 · Regionale 18299 · Regionale Veloce 4137
Regionale 18550 · Regionale Veloce 4129
Regionale Veloce 18659+
FRECCIAROSSA 9301
Regionale 18550+
FRECCIARGENTO 8583
Regionale 18507+
FRECCIAROSSA 9519
Regionale 18519+
FRECCIAROSSA 9543
Regionale 18509+
FRECCIAROSSA 9583Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucca 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 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $76.
Distance: 167 miles (270 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$35 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price | $102 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Lucca to Rome:
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucca to Rome costing on average $35 (€29).
A bus is $54 (€45) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucca to Rome costing on average $77 (€63).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 42m.
Bus takes on average 4h 38m.
The journey is about 6m faster (3h 42m by train vs 3h 48m by car) and roughly $67 (€55) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($35 (€29) vs $102 (€83)). 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 Lucca to Rome trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 32829 · Regionale 18465+ FRECCIAROSSA 9405 | 7:23 AM San Pietro a Vico | 3h59 | 11:22 AM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18505+ FRECCIAROSSA 9515 | 7:27 AM Lucca station | 3h22 | 10:49 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18505 · Regionale Veloce 4101 · Regionale Veloce 4153 | 7:27 AM Lucca station | 5h33 | 1:00 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18465+ FRECCIAROSSA 9405 | 7:40 AM Lucca station | 3h42 | 11:22 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18488 · Regionale Veloce 4016+ FRECCIAROSSA 9405 | 7:53 AM Lucca station | 3h29 | 11:22 AM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83567+ FRECCIARGENTO 8551 | 8:06 AM San Pietro a Vico | 3h30 | 11:36 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 83567 · Regionale 18507+ Intercity 583 | 8:06 AM San Pietro a Vico | 5h21 | 1:27 PM Rome Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83567+ FRECCIARGENTO 8551 | 8:15 AM Lucca station | 3h21 | 11:36 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18507+ Intercity 583 | 8:31 AM Lucca station | 4h56 | 1:27 PM Rome Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18507+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519 | 8:31 AM Lucca station | 3h18 | 11:49 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 32827 · Regionale 18509+ FRECCIAROSSA 9583 | 8:58 AM San Pietro a Vico | 3h51 | 12:49 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83569 · Regionale 18489+ FRECCIAROSSA 9411 | 9:28 AM San Pietro a Vico | 4h02 | 1:30 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83569+ Intercity 505 | 9:28 AM San Pietro a Vico | 5h20 | 2:48 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 83569 · Regionale Veloce 4131 | 9:28 AM San Pietro a Vico | 6h23 | 3:51 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18509+ FRECCIAROSSA 9583 | 9:31 AM Lucca station | 3h18 | 12:49 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18489+ FRECCIAROSSA 9411 | 9:39 AM Lucca station | 3h51 | 1:30 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 83569 · Regionale Veloce 4026+ FRECCIAROSSA 9411 | 9:42 AM Lucca station | 3h48 | 1:30 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18564+ Intercity 505 | 10:12 AM Lucca station | 4h36 | 2:48 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 83573 · Regionale 18515+ FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 10:30 AM San Pietro a Vico | 5h19 | 3:49 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83573 · Regionale 18566 · Regionale Veloce 4131 | 10:30 AM San Pietro a Vico | 5h21 | 3:51 PM Rome Ostiense | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18566 · Regionale Veloce 4030+ FRECCIAROSSA 9413 | 10:42 AM Lucca station | 3h43 | 2:25 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18566 · Regionale Veloce 4131 | 10:42 AM Lucca station | 5h09 | 3:51 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18515+ FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 12:31 PM Lucca station | 3h18 | 3:49 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18473+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 12:39 PM Lucca station | 3h45 | 4:24 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18568 · Regionale Veloce 4036+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 12:42 PM Lucca station | 3h42 | 4:24 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18568 · Regionale Veloce 4133 | 12:42 PM Lucca station | 5h09 | 5:51 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18517+ FRECCIAROSSA 9539 | 1:31 PM Lucca station | 3h18 | 4:49 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18517 · Regionale Veloce 4107 | 1:31 PM Lucca station | 6h14 | 7:45 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18491+ FRECCIAROSSA 9421 | 1:39 PM Lucca station | 3h45 | 5:24 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 32840 · Regionale Veloce 4038+ FRECCIAROSSA 9421 | 1:40 PM Lucca station | 3h44 | 5:24 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Treno 19171 effettuato con bus FI839 · Regionale 18574+ Intercity 511 | 1:40 PM San Pietro a Vico | 4h38 | 6:18 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Treno 19171 effettuato con bus FI839 · Regionale 18574 · Regionale Veloce 4135 | 1:40 PM San Pietro a Vico | 6h22 | 8:02 PM Rome Ostiense | 2 transfers | |
Treno 19171 effettuato con bus FI839 · Regionale 18519+ FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 1:40 PM San Pietro a Vico | 4h09 | 5:49 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18574+ Intercity 511 | 2:11 PM Lucca station | 4h07 | 6:18 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18519+ FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 2:31 PM Lucca station | 3h18 | 5:49 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18492 · Regionale Veloce 4042+ FRECCIAROSSA 9425 | 2:42 PM Lucca station | 3h43 | 6:25 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18492 · Regionale Veloce 4135 | 2:42 PM Lucca station | 5h06 | 7:48 PM Rome S. Pietro | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18492 · Regionale Veloce 4135 | 2:42 PM Lucca station | 5h20 | 8:02 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 83575 · Regionale 18521+ Intercity 597 | 2:53 PM San Pietro a Vico | 6h14 | 9:07 PM Rome Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83575 · Regionale 18521+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 2:53 PM San Pietro a Vico | 3h56 | 6:49 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18521 · Regionale Veloce 4119 · Regionale 18715 | 3:31 PM Lucca station | 6h04 | 9:35 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18521+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 3:31 PM Lucca station | 3h18 | 6:49 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18493+ Intercity 597 | 3:39 PM Lucca station | 5h28 | 9:07 PM Rome Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18493+ FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 3:39 PM Lucca station | 3h46 | 7:25 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18494 · Regionale Veloce 4044+ FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 3:42 PM Lucca station | 3h43 | 7:25 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18494 · Regionale Veloce 4039 · Regionale Veloce 4137 | 3:42 PM Lucca station | 6h21 | 10:03 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18494 · Regionale Veloce 4137 | 3:42 PM Lucca station | 6h09 | 9:51 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 83579 · Regionale 18497+ FRECCIAROSSA 9431 | 4:26 PM San Pietro a Vico | 3h59 | 8:25 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83579 · Regionale 18497+ Intercity 594 | 4:26 PM San Pietro a Vico | 5h54 | 10:20 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83579 · Regionale 18586 · Regionale Veloce 4137 | 4:26 PM San Pietro a Vico | 5h37 | 10:03 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18525+ FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 4:31 PM Lucca station | 3h18 | 7:49 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18586 · Regionale Veloce 4137 | 4:42 PM Lucca station | 5h21 | 10:03 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18497+ FRECCIAROSSA 9431 | 4:46 PM Lucca station | 3h39 | 8:25 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18497+ Intercity 594 | 4:46 PM Lucca station | 5h34 | 10:20 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18527 · Regionale Veloce 4111 | 5:31 PM Lucca station | 5h49 | 11:20 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18527+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555 | 5:31 PM Lucca station | 3h19 | 8:50 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18481+ FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 5:39 PM Lucca station | 3h51 | 9:30 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18594 · Regionale Veloce 4052+ FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 5:42 PM Lucca station | 3h48 | 9:30 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18594 · Regionale 18307 · Regionale Veloce 4139 | 5:42 PM Lucca station | 6h21 | 12:03 AM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83691+ FRECCIARGENTO 8591 | 6:21 PM San Pietro a Vico | 4h40 | 11:01 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 83691 · Regionale 18483+ FRECCIAROSSA 9435 | 6:21 PM San Pietro a Vico | 4h04 | 10:25 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83691+ InterCityNotte 795 | 6:21 PM San Pietro a Vico | 5h17 | 11:38 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 83691 · Regionale Veloce 4139 | 6:21 PM San Pietro a Vico | 5h42 | 12:03 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18529+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 6:31 PM Lucca station | 3h23 | 9:54 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18483+ FRECCIAROSSA 9435 | 6:39 PM Lucca station | 3h46 | 10:25 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 83691 · Regionale Veloce 4058+ FRECCIAROSSA 9435 | 6:42 PM Lucca station | 3h43 | 10:25 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83691 · Regionale Veloce 4139 | 6:42 PM Lucca station | 5h21 | 12:03 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18602+ FRECCIARGENTO 8591 | 7:12 PM Lucca station | 3h49 | 11:01 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18602+ InterCityNotte 795 | 7:12 PM Lucca station | 4h26 | 11:38 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18531 · Regionale Veloce 4113 | 7:31 PM Lucca station | 5h03 | 12:34 AM Rome Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18531 · Regionale Veloce 4113+ FRECCIARGENTO 8591 | 7:31 PM Lucca station | 3h30 | 11:01 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18531+ FRECCIAROSSA 9563 | 7:31 PM Lucca station | 3h39 | 11:10 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18485+ FRECCIAROSSA 9437 | 7:39 PM Lucca station | 3h51 | 11:30 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 83663 · Regionale 18535+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 7:57 PM San Pietro a Vico | 3h57 | 11:54 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18535+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 8:31 PM Lucca station | 3h23 | 11:54 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18534 · Regionale 19385+ InterCityNotte 799 | 10:49 PM Lucca station | 7h03 | 5:52 AM Rome Ostiense | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
Regionale 18461+ FRECCIAROSSA 9591 | 5:05 AM Lucca station | 3h30 | 8:35 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18614 · Regionale 18260+ FRECCIAROSSA 9401 | 5:35 AM Lucca station | 3h58 | 9:33 AM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18614+ Intercity 501 | 5:35 AM Lucca station | 4h35 | 10:10 AM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18614 · Regionale Veloce 4129 · Regionale 12541 | 5:35 AM Lucca station | 7h10 | 12:45 PM Roma Aurelia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 18659+ FRECCIAROSSA 9301 | 6:30 AM Lucca station | 3h10 | 9:40 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18550+ FRECCIARGENTO 8583 | 6:52 AM Lucca station | 3h13 | 10:05 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18550 · Regionale Veloce 4129 | 6:52 AM Lucca station | 5h11 | 12:03 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Lucca to Rome run on average 63 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 167 miles (270 km) distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 167 miles (270 km) |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€21) |
Trains per day 63 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
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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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