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Antiquarium of Pompeii
Main museum building within the archaeological park, presenting finds and interpretation that help visitors understand ancient Pompeii.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$20
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$36
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 49 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 3 m
Trains on Sep 20
27
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vatican to Pompei is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vatican to Pompei will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
It's difficult to get from Vatican to Pompei without transferring at least once.
Regionale 94775 · Regionale 21065 · Metropolitano 21329
Regionale Veloce 4127 · Regionale 21069 · Metropolitano 23435
Regionale 12551 · Regionale 21081 · Metropolitano 21349
Regionale 12545 · Regionale 21073 · Metropolitano 21343
Regionale 12505 · Regionale 21059 · Metropolitano 21317
Regionale 12511+
FRECCIAROSSA 9693
Regionale 12551+
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+
Regionale 21898
Regionale 12555+
FRECCIAROSSA 9425+
Metropolitano 21349
Regionale Veloce 4125+
FRECCIAROSSA 8335+
Metropolitano 21319
Regionale Veloce 4131+
FRECCIAROSSA 9535+
Metropolitano 21339Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Vatican to Pompei among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $41 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $41, while a flight costs an average of $382.
Distance: 132 miles (214 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price | $382 Average price | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Vatican to Pompei:
A train is $9 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vatican to Pompei costing on average $50.
A train is $341 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vatican to Pompei costing on average $382.
Other travel options to Pompei take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 5m.
Train takes on average 3h 22m.
Tickets start at around $41 compared to roughly $50 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9. The journey takes 3h 22m versus 2h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Vatican to Pompei trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 20787+ Intercity 501+ Metropolitano 21321 | 9:39 AM Valle Aurelia | 3h57 | 1:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12521 · Regionale 21061 · Metropolitano 21325 | 9:58 AM Rome S. Pietro | 4h38 | 2:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 501+ Metropolitano 21321 | 10:10 AM Rome S. Pietro | 3h26 | 1:36 PM Pompei station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12519+ FRECCIAROSSA 9405+ Metropolitano 21323 | 10:55 AM Rome S. Pietro | 3h11 | 2:06 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12519 · Regionale 21067 · Metropolitano 21329 | 10:55 AM Rome S. Pietro | 4h41 | 3:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4129+ Intercity 553+ Metropolitano 21329 | 11:25 AM Rome S. Pietro | 4h11 | 3:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12537+ FRECCIAROSSA 9409+ Metropolitano 21327 | 11:55 AM Rome S. Pietro | 3h11 | 3:06 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12537 · Regionale 21071 · Metropolitano 21335 | 11:55 AM Rome S. Pietro | 5h41 | 5:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12541+ FRECCIAROSSA 9311+ Metropolitano 21331 | 12:55 PM Rome S. Pietro | 3h11 | 4:06 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 23259+ Intercity 583+ Metropolitano 21335 | 1:10 PM Valle Aurelia | 4h26 | 5:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12543+ Intercity 555+ Metropolitano 21335 | 1:26 PM Rome S. Pietro | 4h10 | 5:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12663+ FRECCIAROSSA 9413+ Metropolitano 21335 | 1:52 PM Rome S. Pietro | 3h44 | 5:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 21247+ Intercity 1589+ Metropolitano 21339 | 2:40 PM Valle Aurelia | 3h56 | 6:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12549 · Regionale 21077 · Metropolitano 21343 | 2:55 PM Rome S. Pietro | 4h41 | 7:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12549+ Intercity 1589+ Metropolitano 21339 | 2:55 PM Rome S. Pietro | 3h41 | 6:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4131+ FRECCIAROSSA 9535+ Metropolitano 21339 | 3:23 PM Rome S. Pietro | 3h13 | 6:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4131+ Intercity 561+ Metropolitano 21343 | 3:23 PM Rome S. Pietro | 4h13 | 7:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12551+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Regionale 21898 | 3:55 PM Rome S. Pietro | 2h50 | 6:45 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12551 · Regionale 21083 · Metropolitano 21347 | 3:55 PM Rome S. Pietro | 4h41 | 8:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12553+ FRECCIAROSSA 9421+ Metropolitano 21345 | 4:55 PM Rome S. Pietro | 3h11 | 8:06 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12553 · Regionale 21087 · Metropolitano 21351 | 4:55 PM Rome S. Pietro | 4h41 | 9:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 23267+ Intercity 511+ Metropolitano 21351 | 5:10 PM Valle Aurelia | 4h26 | 9:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4133+ FRECCIAROSSA 8519+ Regionale 5966 | 5:23 PM Rome S. Pietro | 3h28 | 8:51 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4133+ Intercity 511+ Metropolitano 21351 | 5:23 PM Rome S. Pietro | 4h13 | 9:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12723 · Regionale 21091 · Regionale 5959 | 5:55 PM Rome S. Pietro | 4h44 | 10:39 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12723+ FRECCIAROSSA 9425+ Metropolitano 21349 | 5:55 PM Rome S. Pietro | 3h11 | 9:06 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12573+ FRECCIAROSSA 9427+ Metropolitano 21353 | 6:53 PM Rome S. Pietro | 3h13 | 10:06 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4135+ FRECCIAROSSA 8525+ Regionale 5959 | 7:23 PM Rome S. Pietro | 3h16 | 10:39 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
Regionale 12505 · Regionale 21059 · Metropolitano 21317 | 6:55 AM Rome S. Pietro | 5h11 | 12:06 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 20375 · Regionale 12511+ FRECCIAROSSA 9693 | 7:26 AM Valle Aurelia | 3h19 | 10:45 AM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12511+ FRECCIAROSSA 9693 | 7:56 AM Rome S. Pietro | 2h49 | 10:45 AM Pompei station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4507+ FRECCIAROSSA 9505+ Metropolitano 21317 | 8:26 AM Rome S. Pietro | 3h40 | 12:06 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 4507+ Intercity 551+ Metropolitano 21319 | 8:26 AM Rome S. Pietro | 4h10 | 12:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4125+ FRECCIAROSSA 8335+ Metropolitano 21319 | 9:23 AM Rome S. Pietro | 3h13 | 12:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4125 · Regionale 21063 · Metropolitano 21325 | 9:23 AM Rome S. Pietro | 5h13 | 2:36 PM Pompei station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Vatican to Pompei run on average 29 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 but you can travel from only $8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 |
Trains per day 29 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 10:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Main museum building within the archaeological park, presenting finds and interpretation that help visitors understand ancient Pompeii.
Luxurious Roman villa known for detailed frescoes and mosaics. It offers an art-rich look at elite domestic decoration near ancient Pompeii.
Suburban villa renowned for its mysterious fresco cycle, one of the greatest surviving ensembles of Roman wall painting.
Ancient Pompeii’s main civic square, surrounded by temples and public buildings. The best place to grasp the city’s urban plan.
One of the principal ancient streets, marked by stepping stones and shopfronts. It vividly shows everyday movement in Roman Pompeii.
Long straight street lined with tombs and villas outside the city walls. Ideal for a calmer walk through Pompeii’s suburban landscape.
Savory pasta baked with meat ragù, mozzarella, peas, and egg. A beloved Campanian Sunday and holiday dish eaten across the Naples area.
Potato gnocchi baked in tomato sauce with mozzarella and basil. A classic from nearby Naples, prized for simple local ingredients and comfort.
Pizza topped with tomato, garlic, oregano, and olive oil. This traditional Neapolitan style is a regional staple and a benchmark of local pizza craft.
Refined dining option associated with a historic hotel, offering polished regional cuisine and a calmer atmosphere near the archaeological site.
Established casual restaurant near the ruins known for Neapolitan pizza, pasta, and seafood in a friendly, traditional setting.
Well-known local pizzeria and trattoria serving classic Campanian dishes and wood-fired pizza with a relaxed family atmosphere.
Moderate for Campania tourist areas: stays and dining cost more near the ruins, but local cafes, pizza, and regional trains keep daily costs reasonable.
Service may be included via coperto; rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is enough. Taxis are usually rounded up; cafes often just keep small change.
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Pompei Scavi Villa dei Misteri -> Piazza Bartolo Longo, Pompei
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vatican to Pompei 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 Pompei, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Vatican to Pompei trains use the Roma San Pietro to Pompei station pair. Use this guide to compare Vatican and Pompei train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pompei has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Garum, Add'u Mimi
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Pompei. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pompei. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pompei: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pompei: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pompei: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Palma, Hotel Diana Pompei, Hotel Forum.
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