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Museo Biografico di Padre Pio
Small biographical museum focused on documents, photographs, and objects connected with Padre Pio. Useful for visitors wanting more context beyond the main shrine complex.
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to San Giovanni Rotondo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to San Giovanni Rotondo will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
Of the 2 trains that leave Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport for San Giovanni Rotondo on Mon, Jul 13, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 13 the direct trains cover the 288 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Mon, Jul 13 the slowest trains will take 3 h 15 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to San Giovanni Rotondo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 178 miles (288 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$54 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $79 Average price | $116 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to San Giovanni Rotondo:
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to San Giovanni Rotondo costing on average $54 (€44).
A bus is $41 (€33) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to San Giovanni Rotondo costing on average $79 (€65).
Other travel options to San Giovanni Rotondo take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 10m.
Bus takes on average 7h 34m.
The journey is about 55m faster (3h 10m by train vs 4h 5m by car) and roughly $63 (€52) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($54 (€44) vs $116 (€96)). 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 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 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to San Giovanni Rotondo trains for tomorrow, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 3h15 | 6:45 PM San Giovanni Rotondo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 3h15 | 7:45 PM San Giovanni Rotondo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to San Giovanni Rotondo run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 15:30, the last at 16:30. The fastest train covers the 178 miles (288 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 178 miles (288 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 3:30 PM |
Last train 4:30 PM |
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Small biographical museum focused on documents, photographs, and objects connected with Padre Pio. Useful for visitors wanting more context beyond the main shrine complex.
Multimedia exhibition space using audio-visual presentations to tell the story of Padre Pio and the town's pilgrimage tradition. Suitable for visitors wanting an accessible introduction.
Wax museum presenting scenes from the life of Padre Pio and the religious history of the town. A modest but popular stop for visitors interested in local devotion and 20th-century religious culture.
The old town's network of lanes, stone buildings, and small squares offers a more local atmosphere than the sanctuary district. Ideal for a slower walk and glimpses of everyday life.
The main approach linking the town with the sanctuary complex, often busy with pilgrims and visitors. Important for orientation and lined with services useful to travelers.
Open area around the sanctuary entrance that acts as a gathering point for pilgrims. A convenient base for visiting the main religious landmarks nearby.
Puglia’s signature pasta with turnip greens, garlic, olive oil, and often chili. It is a simple local classic widely eaten across the Gargano area.
A prized aged cow’s milk cheese from the wider Gargano and Apulia region, known for its intense flavor and traditional pastoral heritage.
A rustic dish of puréed broad beans served with wild chicory and olive oil. It is one of the most traditional peasant dishes of Apulia.
Traditional trattoria known for Apulian home-style cooking, local pasta, and a warm rustic atmosphere popular with pilgrims and visitors.
Established osteria serving regional specialties in a cozy setting, with a focus on Gargano flavors and classic southern Italian hospitality.
A refined local restaurant offering Apulian cuisine with a slightly more elegant feel, suitable for a leisurely dinner near the town center.
Generally affordable for Italy. Pilgrimage demand can raise hotel and restaurant prices near main sites.
Service is often included or modestly priced. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good table service is appreciated, not required. No tip needed for coffee at the bar.
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San Giovanni Rotondo, Piazzale Forgione, San Giovanni Rotondo -> San Giovanni Rotondo Centro, San Giovanni Rotondo
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