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Museo del Santuario di San Francesco di Paola
Museum at the sanctuary presenting objects, documents, and devotional material linked to Saint Francis of Paola and the order he founded.
Cheapest price on Sep 16
$28
Average ticket price on Sep 16
$36
Fastest journey on Sep 16
5 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Sep 16
7 h 49 m
Trains on Sep 16
5
Distance
411 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome Termini to Paola 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 Paola will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
On Wed, Sep 16, we found 5 trains from Rome Termini to Paola, including 5 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 16 the direct trains cover the 411 km distance in an average of 7 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 39 m .
On Wed, Sep 16 the slowest trains will take 9 h 5 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 Paola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, while a train costs an average of $54.
Distance: 255 miles (411 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$54 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $124 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Rome Termini to Paola:
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome Termini to Paola costing on average $54 (€44).
Other travel options to Paola take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 13m.
The journey is about 41m faster (4h 27m by train vs 5h 8m by car) and roughly $70 (€57) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($54 (€44) vs $124 (€101)). 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 Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento.
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 Termini to Paola trains for today, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9951+ Metropolitano 21463+ Intercity 597+ InterCityNotte 795 | 8:30 PM Rome Termini | 9h06 | 5:36 AM Paola station | 3 transfers | |
9955+ Metropolitano 21463+ Intercity 597+ InterCityNotte 795 | 9:30 PM Rome Termini | 8h06 | 5:36 AM Paola station | 3 transfers | |
9995+ Metropolitano 21463+ Intercity 597+ InterCityNotte 795 | 9:40 PM Rome Termini | 7h56 | 5:36 AM Paola station | 3 transfers | |
| Wednesday, September 16 | |||||
![]() | 6:36 AM Rome Termini | 9h05 | 3:41 PM Paola | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:56 AM Rome Termini | 8h36 | 7:32 PM Paola | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:26 AM Rome Termini | 5h39 | 5:05 PM Paola | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:56 AM Rome Termini | 8h36 | 8:32 PM Paola | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:56 PM Rome Termini | 7h08 | 10:04 PM Paola | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Rome Termini to Paola run on average 39 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:31, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 255 miles (411 km) distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 255 miles (411 km) |
Average train duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 39 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 3:31 AM |
Last train 9:15 PM |
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Discover the best of Paola — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paola trip today.
Museum at the sanctuary presenting objects, documents, and devotional material linked to Saint Francis of Paola and the order he founded.
Exhibition space focused on the saint’s life, miracles, and historical memory, helpful for adding context before or after visiting the sanctuary.
Small local museum area within the sanctuary complex showing religious art and archival pieces connected to Paola’s most important heritage site.
The atmospheric old town with narrow lanes, churches, and traditional buildings, best explored on foot for local character and views.
Main civic square and social hub, framed by everyday town life and useful as a starting point for walks through central Paola.
Seafront walking area popular for sunsets and relaxed strolls, offering a pleasant contrast to the religious and historic sights inland.
Fileja are traditional Calabrian hand-rolled pasta, often served with rich goat or pork ragù. They are a hallmark of local home cooking and festive meals.
Lagane e ceci is an old southern dish of rustic pasta strips with chickpeas, valued for its peasant roots and comforting flavor across Calabria.
Surici fritti are lightly floured fried anchovies, popular on the Tyrrhenian coast near Paola. They are prized for freshness and simple seaside flavor.
Established seafood restaurant in Paola known for fresh fish dishes and classic Calabrian flavors in a relaxed, polished setting.
Well-known local restaurant offering traditional Calabrian cooking, pizza, and regional ingredients in a casual atmosphere.
Seafood-focused dining near the coast, appreciated for fresh catches, pasta, and a more refined atmosphere suited to a longer dinner.
Moderate for southern Italy. Hotels and trains are reasonable, while tourist-area dining costs more in peak season. Overall cheaper than Rome, Milan, or Amalfi.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is enough in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome Termini to Paola 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 Paola, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome Termini to Paola trains use the Roma Termini to Paola station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome Termini and Paola 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.
Paola has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Piazzetta, Trattoria del Mare
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Paola. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Paola. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paola: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paola: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paola: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Blumentag, Hotel Sant'Agostino, Hotel Alhambra.
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