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Museo di Palazzo Ducale
Historic ducal apartments, chapels, and masterpieces across one of Europe’s largest palace museums; essential for understanding Mantua’s court culture.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€25
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€43
Fastest journey on Sep 18
8 h 17 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
9 h 9 m
Trains on Sep 18
4
Distance
388 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome Termini to Mantua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome Termini to Mantua will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 4 trains from Rome Termini to Mantua, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 388 km distance in an average of 9 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 17 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 10 h 13 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 Rome Termini to Mantua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, while a flight costs an average of €481.
Distance: 241 miles (388 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€62 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest | €481 Average price | €114 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Rome Termini to Mantua:
A bus is €23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome Termini to Mantua costing on average €62.
A bus is €442 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome Termini to Mantua costing on average €481.
Other travel options to Mantua take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 18m.
Bus takes on average 6h 2m.
Tickets start at around €62 compared to roughly €114 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €52. The journey takes 5h 18m versus 4h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Rome Termini to Mantua trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:30 AM Rome Termini | 9h47 | 6:17 PM Mantua | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:22 AM Rome Termini | 10h13 | 9:35 PM Mantua | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:25 PM Rome Termini | 3h43 | 9:08 PM Mantua | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Rome Termini | 8h17 | 6:17 AM Mantua | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Rome Termini to Mantua run on average 24 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:05, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 241 miles (388 km) distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 241 miles (388 km) |
Average train duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 3:05 AM |
Last train 9:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Mantua — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mantua trip today.
Historic ducal apartments, chapels, and masterpieces across one of Europe’s largest palace museums; essential for understanding Mantua’s court culture.
Celebrated museum palace with frescoed rooms, temporary exhibitions, and Giulio Romano’s architecture; a cornerstone of Mantua’s artistic identity.
Archaeology museum displaying local prehistoric, Etruscan, and Roman finds; a useful complement to the city’s better-known Renaissance attractions.
Mantua’s monumental main square, framed by the Ducal Palace, cathedral, and civic buildings; the best place to grasp the city’s historic power.
Lively medieval square with market atmosphere, arcades, and major monuments; ideal for people-watching and easy access to the old center.
Elegant square beside Sant’Andrea, known for arcaded buildings and its central role in city events, walks, and daily local life.
Pumpkin-filled pasta with amaretti, mostarda, Parmigiano and spices. A signature Mantuan first course balancing sweet and savory flavors.
Slow-braised donkey stew, usually served with polenta. A rustic Lombard-Mantuan specialty rooted in the area’s farming tradition.
Air-dried salami made from coarsely ground pork and garlic. It is one of Mantua’s best-known cured meats and a classic local starter.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the city center, known for refined interpretations of Mantuan cuisine in a historic, intimate setting.
Historic traditional restaurant celebrated for classic Mantuan dishes such as tortelli di zucca and local meats in a polished atmosphere.
Well-known osteria offering hearty regional cooking, house specialties and a relaxed, authentic setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Milan or Venice, while local buses and everyday cafes remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up at cafes and taxis; leave 5-10% at restaurants only for especially good service.
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Mantova Railway Station -> Piazza Sordello, Mantua
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome Termini to Mantua by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Mantua, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome Termini to Mantua trains use the Roma Termini to Mantova station pair, with some services arriving at Borgochiesanuova. Use this guide to compare Rome Termini and Mantua train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Mantova is 1 km from Mantua city centre. Public transport options include:
Mantova has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Masseria, Osteria dell'Oca
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Mantova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Mantova. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mantova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mantova: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mantova.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Casa Poli, Hotel La Favorita, Hotel Broletto.
Borgochiesanuova is 3 km from Mantua city centre. Public transport options include:
Borgochiesanuova has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Available at Borgochiesanuova: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Borgochiesanuova.
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