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Vatican Museums
One of the world’s greatest museum complexes, known for classical sculpture, Renaissance masterpieces, and the Sistine Chapel. Advance booking is strongly recommended due to very high demand.
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montepulciano to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montepulciano to Rome will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 4 trains that leave Montepulciano for Rome on Sun, Jun 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 146 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 8 h 4 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 Montepulciano to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a bus costs an average of $18.
Distance: 90 miles (146 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Montepulciano to Rome:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Montepulciano to Rome costing on average $22 (€18).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 55m.
Tickets start at around $19 (€15) compared to roughly $49 (€40) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $31 (€25). The journey takes 2h 55m versus 2h 20m 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 Montepulciano to Rome trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 19071 · Regionale Veloce 4101 · Regionale Veloce 4153 | 9:19 AM Montepulciano station | 3h41 | 1:00 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19075+ Intercity 584 | 1:19 PM Montepulciano station | 3h01 | 4:20 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19077 · Regionale Veloce 4105 | 2:33 PM Montepulciano station | 2h32 | 5:05 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19079 · Regionale 94475 · Regionale Veloce 4155 | 3:08 PM Montepulciano station | 2h38 | 5:46 PM Rome Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19083 · Regionale Veloce 4107 | 3:53 PM Montepulciano station | 3h52 | 7:45 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19091 · Regionale 18715 | 6:50 PM Montepulciano station | 2h45 | 9:35 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19095 · Regionale Veloce 4111 | 8:39 PM Montepulciano station | 2h22 | 11:01 PM Rome Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19099 · Regionale 4113 | 9:30 PM Montepulciano station | 3h06 | 12:36 AM Rome Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Montepulciano to Rome run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 90 miles (146 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 90 miles (146 km) |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 4:38 AM |
Last train 9:54 PM |
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Best time to book 49 days |
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One of the world’s greatest museum complexes, known for classical sculpture, Renaissance masterpieces, and the Sistine Chapel. Advance booking is strongly recommended due to very high demand.
A celebrated villa museum with major works by Bernini, Caravaggio, and Canova, set inside Villa Borghese gardens. Timed-entry tickets are required and usually need advance reservation.
The city’s historic civic museums on Capitoline Hill, featuring Roman bronzes, sculpture, paintings, and superb views over the Forum area.
A grand Baroque square lined with fountains, churches, and elegant facades. It remains one of Rome’s classic walking and people-watching spots.
A famous monumental staircase linking Piazza di Spagna with Trinità dei Monti, popular for photos, shopping nearby, and city atmosphere.
A characterful district of narrow lanes, ivy-covered facades, and lively evening atmosphere, widely loved for wandering and street photography.
A classic Roman pasta 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 made with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. It is a defining dish of Rome and should not contain cream.
Pasta with tomato, guanciale, Pecorino Romano, and chili. Though linked with Amatrice, it is a staple on Roman menus and deeply rooted in local cooking.
A historic trattoria near the Pantheon, respected for traditional Roman dishes such as carbonara, amatriciana, and seasonal specialties in an intimate atmosphere.
A celebrated central Rome dining room and delicatessen known for classic Roman pasta, cured meats, and an exceptional wine list in a lively upscale setting.
A famous Trastevere trattoria known for authentic Roman comfort food, including cacio e pepe, meatballs, and artichokes, with a classic casual feel.
Moderate for Western Europe: food and coffee can be reasonable, but hotels and major tourist areas cost more.
Service is often included or modest. Locals may round up or leave EUR 1-2 for coffee, 5-10% for good restaurant service; tips are appreciated, not required.
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