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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 08
$58
Average ticket price on Sep 08
$90
Fastest journey on Sep 08
3 h 43 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
3 h 56 m
Trains on Sep 08
24
Distance
388 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome 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 to Mantua will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 24 trains from Rome to Mantua, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct trains cover the 388 km distance in an average of 3 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 43 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest trains will take 4 h 2 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.
Regionale Veloce 4152 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TTPER 22488
Regionale Veloce 4154 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 · Regionale TTPER 22498
InterCityNotte 774+
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale TTPER 16980
InterCityNotte 798+
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3905 · Regionale TTPER 22460
Intercity 590+
Regionale TTPER 22488
FRECCIAROSSA 9328
FRECCIAROSSA 9628+
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 16992
FRECCIAROSSA 9652+
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 · Regionale TTPER 17000
FRECCIAROSSA 9632+
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale TTPER 22478
FRECCIAROSSA 9660+
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 · Regionale TTPER 22494Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rome to Mantua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $45 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, while a flight costs an average of $551.
Distance: 241 miles (388 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$70 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $551 Average price | $141 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.3kg 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 Mantua:
A bus is $25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Mantua costing on average $70.
A bus is $505 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Mantua costing on average $551.
Other travel options to Mantua take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 21m.
Bus takes on average 6h 0m.
The journey is about 49m faster (5h 21m by train vs 6h 10m by car) and roughly $70 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($70 vs $141). 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.
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 Mantua trains for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 592+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 · Regionale TTPER 22494 | 3:25 PM Rome Termini | 6h52 | 10:17 PM Mantua station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9646+ Regionale TTPER 22454 | 3:46 PM Rome Termini | 4h31 | 8:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 596+ Regionale TTPER 22498 | 3:48 PM Rome Tiburtina | 7h42 | 11:30 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4156+ Intercity 596+ Regionale TTPER 22498 | 3:55 PM Rome Termini | 7h35 | 11:30 PM Mantua station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ Regionale TTPER 16413 | 4:45 PM Rome Termini | 4h32 | 9:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9652+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 · Regionale TTPER 17000 | 5:20 PM Rome Termini | 3h57 | 9:17 PM Mantua station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9660+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 · Regionale TTPER 22494 | 6:15 PM Rome Termini | 4h02 | 10:17 PM Mantua station | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 774+ Regionale 16950 | 10:35 PM Rome Termini | 8h48 | 7:23 AM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 774+ Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale TTPER 16980 | 10:35 PM Rome Termini | 8h39 | 7:14 AM Mantua station | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 798+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3905 · Regionale TTPER 22460 | 11:51 PM Rome Tiburtina | 8h26 | 8:17 AM Mantua station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400+ Regionale Veloce 3904 · Regionale TTPER 16986 | 5:30 AM Rome Termini | 4h47 | 10:17 AM Mantua station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9608+ Regionale TRENORD 2161 · Autobus TRENORD 3161A | 6:45 AM Rome Termini | 5h53 | 12:38 PM Mantua station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 534+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale TTPER 22478 | 7:13 AM Rome Termini | 9h04 | 4:17 PM Mantua station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506+ Regionale TTPER 16473 | 8:50 AM Rome Termini | 4h27 | 1:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4152 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TTPER 22488 | 9:25 AM Rome Termini | 9h52 | 7:17 PM Mantua station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508+ Regionale 17137 | 9:45 AM Rome Termini | 4h32 | 2:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9624+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale TTPER 22474 | 10:15 AM Rome Termini | 4h02 | 2:17 PM Mantua station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509+ Regionale 17141 | 10:45 AM Rome Termini | 4h32 | 3:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9628+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 16992 | 11:20 AM Rome Termini | 3h57 | 3:17 PM Mantua station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9632+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale TTPER 22478 | 12:16 PM Rome Termini | 4h01 | 4:17 PM Mantua station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale TTPER 22488 | 12:43 PM Rome Tiburtina | 6h34 | 7:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9634+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 22482 | 12:45 PM Rome Termini | 4h32 | 5:17 PM Mantua station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4154 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 · Regionale TTPER 22498 | 1:20 PM Rome Termini | 10h10 | 11:30 PM Mantua station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9638+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 16996 | 1:45 PM Rome Termini | 4h32 | 6:17 PM Mantua station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520+ Regionale TTPER 16317 | 2:45 PM Rome Termini | 4h32 | 7:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Rome to Mantua run on average 24 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 but you can travel from only $12 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 241 miles (388 km) distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 241 miles (388 km) |
Average train duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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 to Mantua trains use the Roma Termini to Mantova station pair, with some services arriving at Borgochiesanuova. Use this guide to compare Rome 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.
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.
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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