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Museo Civico di Palazzo Marliani-Cicogna
The city’s main museum inside Palazzo Marliani-Cicogna, featuring civic art, archaeology, and exhibitions that explain Busto Arsizio’s heritage.
Cheapest price
€47
Average price
€53
Fastest journey
7 h 47 m
Average duration
7 h 47 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
506 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Busto Arsizio is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Busto Arsizio will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
Of the 2 trains that leave Rome for Busto Arsizio on Wed, Aug 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 506 km distance in an average of 7 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 47 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 7 h 47 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 Busto Arsizio among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €60.
Distance: 314 miles (506 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€50 Average price | €50 Average price Cheapest | €88 Average price | €149 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 28m Average total duration 8h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Busto Arsizio:
A bus is €0.07 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Busto Arsizio costing on average €50.
A bus is €39 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Busto Arsizio costing on average €88.
Other travel options to Busto Arsizio take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 6m.
Bus takes on average 8h 58m.
The journey is about 35m faster (6h 6m by train vs 6h 41m by car) and roughly €99 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€50 vs €149). 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 to Busto Arsizio trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:51 PM Rome | 8h10 | 7:01 AM Busto Arsizio | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Rome to Busto Arsizio run on average 54 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 314 miles (506 km) distance in 7h 47m.
Distance 314 miles (506 km) |
Average train duration 6h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 54 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 7h 47m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Busto Arsizio — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Busto Arsizio trip today.
The city’s main museum inside Palazzo Marliani-Cicogna, featuring civic art, archaeology, and exhibitions that explain Busto Arsizio’s heritage.
Textile and industrial museum in a former spinning mill, essential for understanding the manufacturing story that shaped the city.
Small museum preserving sacred art and church treasures, rewarding visitors interested in local devotion and ecclesiastical history.
Central square framed by historic buildings and the sanctuary, ideal for appreciating the city’s civic and religious heart.
Main square in front of the basilica, a useful orientation point and lively place to experience everyday city life.
Historic quarter tied to the city’s oldest settlement, rewarding for a slow walk among churches, lanes, and local atmosphere.
Creamy saffron risotto from Lombardy, often finished with butter and Grana Padano. A regional classic commonly enjoyed around Busto Arsizio.
Slow-braised veal shanks cooked with wine, stock, and vegetables, traditionally served with risotto. A hallmark dish of the Milanese area.
A rich Lombard stew of savoy cabbage and pork cuts, cooked slowly in winter. It is deeply tied to local cold-season home cooking.
Established seafood-focused restaurant with refined plates and polished service. Suitable for a more formal dinner in the city.
Traditional restaurant known for Lombard dishes, grilled meats, and a warm local atmosphere. A reliable choice for regional cooking in Busto Arsizio.
Casual pizzeria and restaurant appreciated for classic pizzas, pasta, and approachable prices. Good for an informal meal.
Moderate for Northern Italy: stays near Milan can raise lodging, but dining, coffee, and local transit in Busto Arsizio are usually reasonable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. In restaurants, round up or leave €1-5 for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafes, small change is enough, especially at the bar.
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Busto Arsizio FS -> Piazza San Giovanni, Busto Arsizio
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Busto Arsizio 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 Busto Arsizio, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Busto Arsizio trains use the Roma Termini to Busto Arsizio Nord station pair, with some services arriving at Busto Arsizio. Use this guide to compare Rome and Busto Arsizio 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.
Busto Arsizio Nord 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 and drink options are available at Busto Arsizio Nord.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Busto Arsizio Nord. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Busto Arsizio Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Busto Arsizio Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Busto Arsizio Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Busto Arsizio Nord: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hortensia, Hotel Pineta, Hotel D120.
Busto Arsizio is 1 km from Busto Arsizio city centre. Public transport options include:
Busto Arsizio 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 Pizzeria La Lampara, Osteria degli Artisti
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Busto Arsizio. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Busto Arsizio. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Busto Arsizio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Busto Arsizio: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Busto Arsizio: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hortensia, Hotel Pineta, Hotel D120.
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