- Must visit
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
$23
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
268 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paestum to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paestum to Rome will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 3 trains that leave Paestum for Rome on Sat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 268 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 5 h 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 Paestum 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 flight which can get you there in 57m. 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 train costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $75.
Distance: 166 miles (268 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price | $129 Average price | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 39m 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 |
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 Paestum to Rome:
A train is $3 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Paestum to Rome costing on average $28 (€23).
A train is $104 (€86) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paestum to Rome costing on average $129 (€105).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 8m.
Bus takes on average 3h 18m.
The journey is about 31m faster (3h 8m by train vs 3h 39m by car) and roughly $62 (€50) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($24 (€20) vs $86 (€70)). 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 Intercity, Italo.
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 Paestum 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 560+ 8192 | On time 7:10 PM Paestum station | 4h20 | 11:30 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 560 | 7:10 PM Paestum station | 3h24 | 10:34 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 560+ FRECCIAROSSA 8332 | 7:10 PM Paestum station | 2h10 | 9:20 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5586+ InterCityNotte 796 | 7:54 PM Paestum station | 4h07 | 12:01 AM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5586+ 8192 | On time 7:54 PM Paestum station | 3h36 | 11:30 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer |
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Trains from Paestum to Rome run on average 34 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 166 miles (268 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 166 miles (268 km) |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Best time to book 56 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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