The cheapest and fastest trains from Naples to Vatican
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
3 h 46 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Naples to Vatican is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naples to Vatican will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 4 trains that leave Naples for Vatican 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 191 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 46 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 1 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.
2:55 AM4h07Naples7:02 AMVatican$171One-way0 transfers
4:00 AM5h01Naples9:01 AMVatican$171One-way0 transfers
6:25 AM4h06Naples10:31 AMVatican$181One-way0 transfers
4:45 PM3h46Naples8:31 PMVatican$191One-way0 transfers
4:45 PM3h46Naples8:31 PMVatican$191One-way0 transfers
6:25 AM4h06Naples10:31 AMVatican$181One-way0 transfers
2:55 AM4h07Naples7:02 AMVatican$171One-way0 transfers
4:00 AM5h01Naples9:01 AMVatican$171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Naples to Vatican
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Naples to Vatican among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. 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 $7, and a flight costs an average of $75.
Distance: 118 miles (191 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$18 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $152 Average price | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Naples to Vatican:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Naples to Vatican costing on average $18 (€14).
A bus is $143 (€117) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Naples to Vatican costing on average $152 (€124).
Other travel options to Vatican take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 1m.
Bus takes on average 2h 47m.
The journey is about 44m faster (2h 1m by train vs 2h 45m by car) and roughly $50 (€41) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($18 (€14) vs $67 (€55)). 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 Frecciarossa.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Naples to Vatican train times
The table below shows live departures for Naples to Vatican 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:27 PM Naples | 3h04 | 4:31 PM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:18 PM Naples | 3h08 | 7:26 PM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 2:55 AM Naples | 4h07 | 7:02 AM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 AM Naples | 5h01 | 9:01 AM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:25 AM Naples | 4h06 | 10:31 AM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Naples to Vatican
Trains from Naples to Vatican run on average 196 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 46 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (191 km) distance in 56m.
Distance 118 miles (191 km) |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 196 |
Direct trains 46 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 12:19 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Italo, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity from Naples to Vatican trainsItalo, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity trains will get you between Naples and Vatican from $7 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Naples to Vatican
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Naples to Vatican by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vatican, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Naples to Vatican
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 21:10
- Free WiFi throughout the station
- KiPoint luggage storage is located close to Platform 2, open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Tentazioni Cafe
- Burger King
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Time Cafè
- Caffè Toraldo
- Chalet Ciro
- Cibiamo
- Chef Express
- Eccellenze Della Costiera
- 100 Montaditos
- & more
- The station is fully accessible. The Sala Blu office provides services and assists customers with disabilities.
- Grand Hotel Europa
- Starhotels Terminus
- B&B Hotel Napoli
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 21:10
- Located on the ground floor in the main concourse
- Metro lines: 1, 2
- Tram lines: 1, 2
- Bus lines: 116, 130, 150, 151, 175, 191, 195, 196, 202 (Filobus), 254 (Filobus), 254 (Filobus), 455, 460, 469, 472, 475, 606, Alibus, N1, N3, N4, N5, N8, R2, R5
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Circumvesuviana (3, 12, 14, 15), Italo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Piazzale Vincenzo Tecchio
- Vineapolis
- Pizzeria Fratelli Cafasso
- Outside the main entrance
- €1
- Hotel Serius
- Hotel Cristina
- Hotel Leopardi
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to regional and suburban destinations
- Metro: Line 2
- Bus: Several lines available
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