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Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Civitavecchia
Main civic museum with archaeology, art, and maritime history. The best place to understand Civitavecchia from Roman times to the modern port.
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vatican to Civitavecchia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vatican to Civitavecchia will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 3 trains that leave Vatican for Civitavecchia on Mon, Aug 03, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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 Vatican to Civitavecchia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €15.
Distance: 36 miles (58 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€5 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price | €13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vatican to Civitavecchia:
A train is €12 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vatican to Civitavecchia costing on average €17.
Other travel options to Civitavecchia take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 0m.
The journey is about 9m faster (51m by train vs 1h 0m by car) and roughly €9 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€5 vs €13). 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 Vatican to Civitavecchia trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:23 PM Vatican | 0h50 | 2:13 PM Civitavecchia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:53 PM Vatican | 1h10 | 7:03 PM Civitavecchia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:53 PM Vatican | 1h10 | 8:03 PM Civitavecchia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Vatican to Civitavecchia run on average 96 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 36 miles (58 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 36 miles (58 km) |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 96 |
Direct trains 32 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Civitavecchia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Civitavecchia trip today.
Main civic museum with archaeology, art, and maritime history. The best place to understand Civitavecchia from Roman times to the modern port.
Exhibition spaces inside the historic fortress occasionally host art and cultural displays. Visit for the setting as much as the temporary shows.
Archaeological display area associated with the Roman baths site. Useful for interpreting the ruins and the long thermal tradition of the territory.
Elegant waterfront boulevard lined with palms and views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Ideal for strolling, people-watching, and catching the evening light.
Large seafront square and promenade facing the harbor. A classic meeting place for walks, sea views, and watching ferries come and go.
The city's main marina and public waterfront. Popular for boats, sunsets, and easy walking between the port, fortress, and seaside promenade.
Tomato-based fish soup from the Tyrrhenian coast, made with mixed local catch. It is a classic port dish tied to Civitavecchia's seafaring tradition.
Simple spaghetti with clams, olive oil, garlic, and parsley. A staple along the Lazio coast, prized for very fresh shellfish from local waters.
Squid stuffed with herbs, breadcrumbs, and often tentacles, then baked or stewed. Popular in local seafood cooking and common in family-style meals.
Established seafood restaurant near the port, known for fresh fish dishes and polished service in a classic, reliable setting.
Well-known traditional seafood spot with a relaxed atmosphere, appreciated for pasta with shellfish and straightforward coastal cooking.
Casual local venue focused on Roman-Lazio and seafood dishes, offering a welcoming atmosphere popular with residents and visitors.
Moderate for Italy: lodging can rise on cruise days, but dining and local transit are usually reasonable versus Rome and other major tourist hubs.
Service may be included or a coperto charged. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated, not required. Taxis: round up. Cafes: small change is fine.
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Civitavecchia railway station -> Piazza Leandra, Civitavecchia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vatican to Civitavecchia 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 Civitavecchia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Vatican to Civitavecchia trains use the Roma San Pietro to Civitavecchia station pair. Use this guide to compare Vatican and Civitavecchia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Civitavecchia 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: Ristorante Il Bettolino, Ristorante Pizzeria da Baffone
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Civitavecchia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Civitavecchia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Civitavecchia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Civitavecchia: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Civitavecchia: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel San Giorgio, Hotel de La Ville, Hotel Traiano.
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