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Vatican Museums
A vast complex of papal collections with masterpieces from antiquity to the Renaissance. A global essential for art, history, and iconic galleries.
Cheapest price
CHF4
Average price
CHF4
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Marinella to Vatican is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Marinella to Vatican will cost around CHF4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF4.
Of the 1 trains that leave Santa Marinella for Vatican on Tue, Aug 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 25 the direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
On Tue, Aug 25 the slowest trains will take 52 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 Santa Marinella to Vatican among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from CHF4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF4, and a bus costs an average of CHF16.
Distance: 32 miles (52 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
CHF4 Average price Cheapest | CHF16 Average price | CHF10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Marinella to Vatican:
A train is CHF12 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santa Marinella to Vatican costing on average CHF16.
Other travel options to Vatican take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 0m.
The journey is about 10m faster (46m by train vs 56m by car) and roughly CHF6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (CHF4 vs CHF10). 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 Regionale.
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 Santa Marinella to Vatican trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:43 AM Santa Marinella | 0h52 | 9:35 AM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Santa Marinella to Vatican run on average 49 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF4 if you book in advance.
There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (52 km) distance in 53m.
Distance 32 miles (52 km) |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF4 |
Trains per day 49 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 4:37 AM |
Last train 11:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Vatican — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vatican trip today.
A vast complex of papal collections with masterpieces from antiquity to the Renaissance. A global essential for art, history, and iconic galleries.
Home to Raphael’s fresco cycles, including The School of Athens. These rooms are among the Vatican’s greatest artistic highlights and a major museum draw.
This gallery presents maps of Italy in a long frescoed corridor. It is both visually striking and historically fascinating within the museum route.
This broad ceremonial piazza is Vatican City’s main gathering place, offering classic basilica views, fountains, and a powerful sense of scale.
Bernini’s embracing colonnades create one of the world’s great urban spaces. Walk here for architecture, symmetry, and changing light across the square.
The basilica dome terraces deliver one of Rome’s most famous viewpoints, with close-up architecture and sweeping city vistas.
Cacio e Pepe is a Roman pasta with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. It is a local staple around Vatican City for its simplicity and strong regional identity.
Carbonara is pasta with egg, Pecorino Romano, guanciale, and pepper. It is one of Rome's most famous dishes and widely served in trattorias near the Vatican.
Amatriciana is pasta with tomato, guanciale, and Pecorino Romano. Though linked to Amatrice, it is a classic Roman favorite commonly eaten near the Vatican.
Traditional Roman trattoria in Prati known for pasta classics and a lively local atmosphere, convenient for Vatican visitors.
Long-established Roman restaurant near the Vatican serving cacio e pepe, amatriciana, and other regional staples in a classic setting.
Refined dining room in Prati with polished Roman and Italian dishes, strong wine list, and a more upscale atmosphere.
Very high tourist demand and limited lodging nearby make stays pricey. Dining is similar to central Rome, while transit costs are low if using Rome buses and metro.
Service may be included. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is fine at cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Marinella to Vatican 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 Vatican, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Santa Marinella to Vatican trains use the S. Marinella to Roma San Pietro station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Marinella and Vatican train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
S. Marinella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ristorante L'Acqua Marina, Il Bettolino
Free.
Ticket office support is available at S. Marinella. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at S. Marinella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at S. Marinella: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Marinella: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel L'isola, Hotel Villa delle Palme, Hotel Cavalluccio Marino.
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