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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
$3
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
11 m
Average duration
11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maccarese to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maccarese to Rome will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 2 trains that leave Maccarese for Rome on Wed, May 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest trains will take 11 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 Maccarese to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 13 miles (22 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$3 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Maccarese to Rome:
A train is $8 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Maccarese to Rome costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 56m.
The journey is about 4m faster (34m by train vs 38m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($3 (€3) vs $8 (€7)). 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.
Direct services run with Regionale.
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 Maccarese to Rome trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:15 AM Maccarese | 0h11 | 8:26 AM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 AM Maccarese | 0h11 | 9:26 AM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Maccarese to Rome run on average 48 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 46 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (22 km) distance in 11m.
Distance 13 miles (22 km) |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€3) |
Trains per day 48 |
Direct trains 46 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 days |
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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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