- Must visit
Museo Nazionale Romano – Palazzo Massimo
Major archaeological museum near Roma Termini with superb Roman sculptures, frescoes, mosaics, and coin collections.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare de Lyon to Rome Termini among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $79. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $79, and a train costs an average of $114.
Distance: 685 miles (1104 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$190 Average price | $183 Average price | $130 Average price Cheapest | $525 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 13m Average total duration 11h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 44m Average total duration Fastest 4h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 12m Average total duration 22h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare de Lyon to Rome Termini:
A bus is $53 (€43) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Gare de Lyon to Rome Termini costing on average $183 (€149).
A bus is $60 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Rome Termini costing on average $190 (€154).
Other travel options to Rome Termini take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 43m.
Bus takes on average 22h 42m.
The journey is about 1h 58m faster (11h 43m by train vs 13h 41m by car) and roughly $335 (€272) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($190 (€154) vs $525 (€426)). 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.
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Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Rome Termini run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $114 (€93) but you can travel from only $39 (€32) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 06:30. The fastest train covers the 685 miles (1104 km) distance in 10h 10m.
Distance 685 miles (1104 km) |
Average train duration 11h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $114 (€93) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 10m |
First train 4:28 AM |
Last train 6:30 AM |
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Major archaeological museum near Roma Termini with superb Roman sculptures, frescoes, mosaics, and coin collections.
World-famous art gallery with masterpieces by Bernini, Caravaggio, and Raphael; timed booking is typically required.
The Capitoline Museums display classical sculpture, paintings, and bronze masterpieces on Capitoline Hill.
Characterful neighborhood popular for atmospheric streets, independent boutiques, nightlife, and relaxed local appeal.
Elegant square at the foot of the Spanish Steps, one of Rome’s most photographed public spaces.
Large landscaped park ideal for walking, viewpoints, and a break from dense historic streets.
Rome’s iconic pasta with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. Simple ingredients, but a benchmark of traditional Roman cooking.
Classic Roman pasta made with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. One of the city’s most famous dishes.
Traditional pasta sauce of tomato, guanciale, and Pecorino Romano. A staple in Rome and central Italy.
Well-known traditional trattoria near Termini, especially recognized for Roman pasta dishes and hearty local cooking.
Popular food hall inside Roma Termini with several established vendors offering Roman dishes, pizza, pastries, and casual dining.
Established restaurant close to Termini serving classic Roman and Italian dishes in a comfortable, traditional setting.
Moderate for Western Europe. Around Termini, budget eats are easy, but hotels and tourist-area dining cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not mandatory, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good table service is appreciated. Taxis are usually rounded up.
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Roma Termini -> Piazza Venezia, Rome
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