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Antiquarium del Parco Archeologico di Ercolano
Main visitor center for Herculaneum, presenting artifacts, history, and context that enrich a walk through the excavations.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€35
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€35
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 14 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 14 m
Trains on Sep 19
1
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Ercolano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Ercolano will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
It's difficult to get from Rome to Ercolano without transferring at least once.
9903 · Itabus | 1011
9903 · Itabus | 1011Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rome to Ercolano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, while a flight costs an average of €378.
Distance: 123 miles (198 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€17 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest | €378 Average price | €57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Ercolano:
A bus is €1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Ercolano costing on average €17.
A bus is €362 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Ercolano costing on average €378.
Other travel options to Ercolano take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 24m.
Bus takes on average 2h 56m.
The journey is about 11m faster (2h 9m by train vs 2h 20m by car) and roughly €40 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€17 vs €57). 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.
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 Ercolano 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 551+ Metropolitano 21319 | 9:26 AM Rome Termini | 2h54 | 12:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 551+ Metropolitano 21319 | 9:26 AM Rome Termini | 2h50 | 12:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9605+ Metropolitano 21317 | 9:54 AM Rome Termini | 1h52 | 11:46 AM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9605+ Metropolitano 21317 | 9:54 AM Rome Termini | 1h56 | 11:50 AM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 501+ Metropolitano 21321 | 10:18 AM Rome Ostiense | 3h02 | 1:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 501+ Metropolitano 21321 | 10:18 AM Rome Ostiense | 2h58 | 1:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8335+ Metropolitano 21319 | 10:20 AM Rome Termini | 1h56 | 12:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8335+ Metropolitano 21319 | 10:20 AM Rome Termini | 2h00 | 12:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21061 · Metropolitano 21325 | 10:36 AM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 2:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21061 · Metropolitano 21325 | 10:36 AM Rome Termini | 3h44 | 2:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9611+ Metropolitano 21321 | 11:25 AM Rome Termini | 1h55 | 1:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9611+ Metropolitano 21321 | 11:25 AM Rome Termini | 1h51 | 1:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 727+ Metropolitano 21325 | 11:26 AM Rome Termini | 2h50 | 2:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 727+ Metropolitano 21325 | 11:26 AM Rome Termini | 2h54 | 2:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9613+ Metropolitano 21323 | 11:55 AM Rome Termini | 1h55 | 1:50 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9613+ Metropolitano 21323 | 11:55 AM Rome Termini | 1h51 | 1:46 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21067 · Metropolitano 21329 | 11:56 AM Rome Termini | 3h24 | 3:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21067 · Metropolitano 21329 | 11:56 AM Rome Termini | 3h20 | 3:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Metropolitano 21325 | 12:01 PM Rome Termini | 2h15 | 2:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Metropolitano 21325 | 12:01 PM Rome Termini | 2h19 | 2:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 553+ Metropolitano 21329 | 12:26 PM Rome Termini | 2h54 | 3:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 553+ Metropolitano 21329 | 12:26 PM Rome Termini | 2h50 | 3:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 23439 · Metropolitano 21393 | 12:56 PM Rome Termini | 3h39 | 4:35 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 23439 · Metropolitano 21393 | 12:56 PM Rome Termini | 3h35 | 4:31 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Metropolitano 21327 | 1:01 PM Rome Termini | 1h45 | 2:46 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Metropolitano 21327 | 1:01 PM Rome Termini | 1h49 | 2:50 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9619+ Metropolitano 21329 | 1:25 PM Rome Termini | 1h55 | 3:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9619+ Metropolitano 21329 | 1:25 PM Rome Termini | 1h51 | 3:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale 5967 | 1:29 PM Rome Tiburtina | 2h50 | 4:19 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale 5967 | 1:29 PM Rome Tiburtina | 2h55 | 4:24 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12733 · Regionale 21051 · Metropolitano 21337 | 1:36 PM Rome Termini | 4h10 | 5:46 PM Portici-Ercolano | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12733 · Regionale 21051 · Metropolitano 21337 | 1:36 PM Rome Termini | 4h14 | 5:50 PM Torre del Greco station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527+ Metropolitano 21331 | 2:00 PM Rome Termini | 1h46 | 3:46 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527+ Metropolitano 21331 | 2:00 PM Rome Termini | 1h50 | 3:50 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413+ Metropolitano 21393 | 2:38 PM Rome Termini | 1h57 | 4:35 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413+ Metropolitano 21393 | 2:38 PM Rome Termini | 1h53 | 4:31 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5901 · Metropolitano 21339 | 2:44 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h36 | 6:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5901 · Metropolitano 21339 | 2:44 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h32 | 6:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9625+ Metropolitano 21333 | 2:53 PM Rome Termini | 1h53 | 4:46 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9625+ Metropolitano 21333 | 2:53 PM Rome Termini | 1h57 | 4:50 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5893 · Regionale 5901 · Metropolitano 21339 | 2:53 PM Rome Termini | 3h27 | 6:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 5893 · Regionale 5901 · Metropolitano 21339 | 2:53 PM Rome Termini | 3h23 | 6:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9627+ Metropolitano 21335 | 3:25 PM Rome Termini | 1h51 | 5:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9627+ Metropolitano 21335 | 3:25 PM Rome Termini | 1h55 | 5:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21077 · Metropolitano 21397 | 3:56 PM Rome Termini | 3h39 | 7:35 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21077 · Metropolitano 21397 | 3:56 PM Rome Termini | 3h35 | 7:31 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9631+ Metropolitano 21339 | 4:25 PM Rome Termini | 1h55 | 6:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9631+ Metropolitano 21339 | 4:25 PM Rome Termini | 1h51 | 6:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 561+ Metropolitano 21343 | 4:26 PM Rome Termini | 2h54 | 7:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 561+ Metropolitano 21343 | 4:26 PM Rome Termini | 2h50 | 7:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Regionale 5819 · Metropolitano 21395 | 4:35 PM Rome Termini | 2h00 | 6:35 PM Torre del Greco station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Regionale 5819 · Metropolitano 21395 | 4:35 PM Rome Termini | 1h56 | 6:31 PM Portici-Ercolano | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9633+ Metropolitano 21341 | 4:50 PM Rome Termini | 1h56 | 6:46 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9633+ Metropolitano 21341 | 4:50 PM Rome Termini | 2h00 | 6:50 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21083 · Metropolitano 21347 | 4:56 PM Rome Termini | 3h20 | 8:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21083 · Metropolitano 21347 | 4:56 PM Rome Termini | 3h24 | 8:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9637+ Metropolitano 21343 | 5:24 PM Rome Termini | 1h52 | 7:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9637+ Metropolitano 21343 | 5:24 PM Rome Termini | 1h56 | 7:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 591+ Metropolitano 21347 | 5:26 PM Rome Termini | 2h54 | 8:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 591+ Metropolitano 21347 | 5:26 PM Rome Termini | 2h50 | 8:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9421+ Metropolitano 21397 | 5:35 PM Rome Termini | 1h56 | 7:31 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9421+ Metropolitano 21397 | 5:35 PM Rome Termini | 2h00 | 7:35 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9639+ Metropolitano 21461 · Metropolitano 21345 | 5:53 PM Rome Termini | 1h57 | 7:50 PM Torre del Greco station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9639+ Metropolitano 21461 · Metropolitano 21345 | 5:53 PM Rome Termini | 1h53 | 7:46 PM Portici-Ercolano | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 21087 · Metropolitano 21351 | 5:56 PM Rome Termini | 3h24 | 9:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21087 · Metropolitano 21351 | 5:56 PM Rome Termini | 3h20 | 9:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9543+ Metropolitano 21347 | 6:00 PM Rome Termini | 2h20 | 8:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9543+ Metropolitano 21347 | 6:00 PM Rome Termini | 2h16 | 8:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 511+ Metropolitano 21351 | 6:26 PM Rome Termini | 2h54 | 9:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 511+ Metropolitano 21351 | 6:26 PM Rome Termini | 2h50 | 9:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9643+ Metropolitano 21349 | 6:53 PM Rome Termini | 1h53 | 8:46 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9643+ Metropolitano 21349 | 6:53 PM Rome Termini | 1h57 | 8:50 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21091 · Regionale 5959 | 6:56 PM Rome Termini | 3h23 | 10:19 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21091 · Regionale 5959 | 6:56 PM Rome Termini | 3h28 | 10:24 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9547+ Regionale 5789 · Metropolitano 21351 | 7:01 PM Rome Termini | 2h15 | 9:16 PM Portici-Ercolano | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9547+ Regionale 5789 · Metropolitano 21351 | 7:01 PM Rome Termini | 2h19 | 9:20 PM Torre del Greco station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9551+ Metropolitano 21353 | 8:00 PM Rome Termini | 1h46 | 9:46 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9551+ Metropolitano 21353 | 8:00 PM Rome Termini | 1h50 | 9:50 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8525+ Regionale 5959 | 8:25 PM Rome Termini | 1h59 | 10:24 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8525+ Regionale 5959 | 8:25 PM Rome Termini | 1h54 | 10:19 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Metropolitano 21355 | 8:35 PM Rome Termini | 1h51 | 10:26 PM Portici-Ercolano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Metropolitano 21355 | 8:35 PM Rome Termini | 1h55 | 10:30 PM Torre del Greco station | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
9903 · Itabus | 1011 | 7:20 AM Rome Termini | 2h14 | 9:34 AM Ercolano, Piazza Trieste | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Rome to Ercolano run on average 34 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (198 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 123 miles (198 km) |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 34 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Discover the best of Ercolano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ercolano trip today.
Main visitor center for Herculaneum, presenting artifacts, history, and context that enrich a walk through the excavations.
Virtual archaeology museum using reconstructions and multimedia to bring ancient Herculaneum and Vesuvian villas to life for modern visitors.
Museum inside Villa Campolieto focusing on the Golden Mile’s heritage and aristocratic villas. Strong choice for architecture and local history.
The heart of ancient Herculaneum’s urban grid, where visitors walk Roman streets among shops, houses, and public buildings.
The famous stretch of road lined with lavish 18th-century villas. Ideal for understanding Ercolano’s aristocratic past on a walk.
Public park with green space and views toward the Vesuvian area. A relaxed local spot for walking away from the archaeological crowds.
A crisp wood-fired pizza from the Naples area, often with San Marzano tomato and mozzarella di bufala. Essential local food culture around Ercolano.
Ring-shaped pasta with potatoes and melted provola, then baked. A beloved Neapolitan comfort dish found in traditional homes and trattorias.
Pasta tossed with zucchini fried to a creamy sauce, often with basil and cheese. A classic dish from the Naples area eaten widely around Ercolano.
Well-known traditional pizzeria and restaurant serving Neapolitan pizza and local dishes in a lively, casual setting.
Refined Campanian dining inside a historic villa setting. Known for polished regional cuisine and a more elegant atmosphere near the ruins.
Established seafood-focused restaurant with classic Campanian flavors and a relaxed dining room popular for fish and antipasti.
Moderate for Campania. Dining and local trains are reasonable, but hotels near Pompeii and Naples can raise overall trip costs in peak season.
Service is often included or modest. Round up at cafes and taxis, or leave 5-10% at restaurants for very good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Ercolano 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 Ercolano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Ercolano trains use the Roma Termini to Portici-ercolano station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Ercolano 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 Trastevere is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Trastevere has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Da Enzo al 29, Osteria der Belli
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roma Trastevere. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Roma Trastevere. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roma Trastevere: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Trastevere: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Trastevere: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel San Francesco, Hotel Ripa Roma, Hotel Santa Maria.
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.
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