- Must visit
Vatican Museums
A vast complex of papal collections including classical sculpture, Renaissance masterpieces, the Raphael Rooms, and access to the Sistine Chapel. One of Rome’s most important art visits and often best
Cheapest price
$149
Average price
$207
Fastest journey
10 h 55 m
Average duration
11 h 36 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
1095 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Orly Airport 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 Orly Airport to Rome will cost around $207 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $149.
It's difficult to get from Paris Orly Airport to Rome without transferring at least once.
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9989Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris Orly Airport to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $78. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $78, and a train costs an average of $142.
Distance: 680 miles (1095 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$265 Average price | $244 Average price | $159 Average price Cheapest | $508 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 39m Average total duration 13h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 10m Average total duration 19h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Paris Orly Airport to Rome:
A bus is $85 (€69) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Orly Airport to Rome costing on average $244 (€197).
A bus is $106 (€86) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Orly Airport to Rome costing on average $265 (€213).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 9m.
Bus takes on average 19h 40m.
The journey is about 1h 14m faster (13h 9m by train vs 14h 23m by car) and roughly $243 (€196) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($265 (€213) vs $508 (€409)). 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 Orly Airport to Rome trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9281+ 9961 | On time 7:30 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 15h54 | 11:24 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9281+ 9963 | 7:30 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 16h54 | 12:24 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9281+ 9955 | On time 7:30 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 13h49 | 9:19 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
9245+ 9961 | 9:46 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 13h38 | 11:24 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
9245+ FRECCIAROSSA 9649 | 9:46 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 10h29 | 8:15 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
9245+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 9:46 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 12h08 | 9:54 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
9243+ FRECCIAROSSA 9323 | 6:46 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 12h44 | 7:30 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
9243+ FRECCIAROSSA 9321 | 6:46 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 11h49 | 6:35 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
9243+ 6143 | 6:46 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 11h33 | 6:19 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Paris Orly Airport to Rome run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $142 (€114) but you can travel from only $78 (€63) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 14:25. The fastest train covers the 680 miles (1095 km) distance in 10h 38m.
Distance 680 miles (1095 km) |
Average train duration 13h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $142 (€114) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 38m |
First train 5:02 AM |
Last train 2:25 PM |
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A vast complex of papal collections including classical sculpture, Renaissance masterpieces, the Raphael Rooms, and access to the Sistine Chapel. One of Rome’s most important art visits and often best
A superb villa museum with Bernini sculptures and paintings by Caravaggio, Raphael, and Titian. Timed entry is limited, making advance booking especially important.
The world’s oldest public museums, displaying Roman bronzes, ancient inscriptions, imperial sculpture, and excellent views over the Roman Forum from Capitoline Hill.
A grand baroque square with Bernini’s Fountain of the Four Rivers, elegant facades, and constant street life. One of Rome’s classic strolling areas.
A lively neighborhood of narrow lanes, ivy-covered buildings, and popular evening atmosphere. Very popular for wandering and photography, especially after sunset.
A famous monumental staircase linking Piazza di Spagna with Trinità dei Monti. A classic meeting point and one of the city’s most photographed urban scenes.
A classic Roman pasta made 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 with guanciale, egg yolk, pecorino romano, and black pepper. It is a defining dish of Rome and is traditionally made without cream.
A beloved pasta sauce of tomato, guanciale, and pecorino romano, usually served with bucatini. It is a cornerstone of Roman trattoria cooking.
Rome’s best-known luxury dining destination, offering fine dining, panoramic views, and an acclaimed tasting-menu experience by Heinz Beck.
A historic restaurant near the Pantheon celebrated for careful Roman cooking, including gricia, oxtail, and seasonal specialties, in a polished traditional space.
A famous central Rome dining room and delicatessen known for Roman pasta, cured meats, cheeses, and an exceptional wine list in a lively upscale setting.
Moderate by Western Europe standards: sights and central hotels cost more, while casual dining and transit stay reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxis.
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