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South Tyrol Museum of Mining Ridanna
Mining museum at Ridanna showing South Tyrol’s extraction history through tunnels, machinery, and guided industrial heritage visits.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$82
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$90
Fastest journey on Sep 19
11 h 22 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
12 h 1 m
Trains on Sep 19
5
Distance
573 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Brenner is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Brenner will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 5 trains from Rome to Brenner, including 5 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 573 km distance in an average of 12 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 22 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 12 h 38 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 to Brenner among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $86 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $86, while a flight costs an average of $683.
Distance: 356 miles (573 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$86 Average price Cheapest | $107 Average price | $683 Average price | $214 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 7m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 6m Average total duration 13h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Brenner:
A train is $21 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Brenner costing on average $107.
A train is $597 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Brenner costing on average $683.
Other travel options to Brenner take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 37m.
Bus takes on average 13h 36m.
Tickets start at around $86 compared to roughly $214 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $128. The journey takes 7h 37m versus 7h 2m 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.
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 to Brenner trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:00 PM Rome | 11h22 | 9:22 AM Brenner | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
![]() | 9:20 AM Rome | 12h38 | 9:58 PM Brenner | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:54 PM Rome | 12h28 | 8:22 AM Brenner | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Rome | 11h22 | 8:22 AM Brenner | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:05 PM Rome | 12h17 | 9:22 AM Brenner | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Rome to Brenner run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 356 miles (573 km) distance in 6h 3m.
Distance 356 miles (573 km) |
Average train duration 7h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 6h 3m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
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Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Brenner — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brenner trip today.
Mining museum at Ridanna showing South Tyrol’s extraction history through tunnels, machinery, and guided industrial heritage visits.
Museum in nearby Fortezza fortress exploring regional history, wartime architecture, and major art exhibitions in a dramatic Alpine setting.
Multimedia museum in Vipiteno focused on hunting and fishing culture, with family-friendly exhibits and strong links to local traditions.
The famous Alpine crossing itself, visited for sweeping mountain scenery, borderland atmosphere, and its importance in European travel history.
Historic core of nearby Vipiteno, full of arcaded streets and colorful facades, perfect for combining culture, shopping, and architecture.
Central village area of Brennero, good for a short walk to observe local life, border architecture, and the historic pass setting.
Speck is South Tyrol’s lightly smoked, air-cured ham, prized in the Brenner area for its Alpine preservation tradition and rich flavor.
Schlutzkrapfen are half-moon pasta filled with spinach and ricotta, a classic Tyrolean dish served with melted butter and chives.
Knödel are hearty bread dumplings, often with speck, cheese, or spinach, central to South Tyrolean mountain cooking and winter meals.
Traditional South Tyrolean mountain inn near the pass, known for dumplings, schnitzel, and hearty Alpine plates in a rustic setting.
Established local restaurant in Brenner serving Tyrolean comfort food, soups, pasta, and meat dishes in a casual roadside atmosphere.
Casual stop at the Brenner outlet area with pizzas, pasta, coffee, and simple Italian meals suited to travelers and shoppers.
Moderate for the Alps: lodging and meals cost more than smaller Italian towns, but transit and simple dining stay manageable for most visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Brennero/Brenner Station -> Brennero/Brenner Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Brenner 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 Brenner, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Brenner trains use the Roma Termini to Brennero - Brenner station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Brenner 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.
Roma Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina 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: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
Roma Ostiense is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Ostiense has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ramen Bar Akira, Eataly Roma
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roma Ostiense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Roma Ostiense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Ostiense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Abitart, Hotel San Anselmo, Hotel Villa San Pio.
Brennero - Brenner has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Bar Brenner, Ristorante Europa
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Brennero - Brenner. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brennero - Brenner. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brennero - Brenner: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brennero - Brenner: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brennero - Brenner: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bergkristall, Hotel Alpin.
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