- 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
$377
Average price
$381
Fastest journey
11 h 29 m
Average duration
11 h 52 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
1103 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Rome will cost around $381 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $377.
It's difficult to get from Paris Gare de Lyon to Rome without transferring at least once.
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9947Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare de Lyon to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $85. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $85, and a train costs an average of $123.
Distance: 685 miles (1103 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$215 Average price | $181 Average price | $132 Average price Cheapest | $502 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 6m Average total duration 11h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 21m Average total duration 22h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare de Lyon to Rome:
A bus is $49 (€40) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Gare de Lyon to Rome costing on average $181 (€148).
A bus is $83 (€68) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Rome costing on average $215 (€176).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 36m.
Bus takes on average 22h 51m.
The journey is about 3h 0m faster (11h 36m by train vs 14h 36m by car) and roughly $287 (€235) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($215 (€176) vs $502 (€411)). 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 Paris Gare de Lyon to Rome trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9243+ 8143 | 6:46 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 11h33 | 6:19 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
9243+ 9947 | 6:46 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 12h33 | 7:19 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
9243+ FRECCIAROSSA 9641 | 6:46 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 11h29 | 6:15 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Rome run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $123 (€101) but you can travel from only $40 (€32) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 14:25. The fastest train covers the 685 miles (1103 km) distance in 10h 45m.
Distance 685 miles (1103 km) |
Average train duration 11h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $123 (€101) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 45m |
First train 4:28 AM |
Last train 2:25 PM |
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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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