How to travel from Paestum to Rome

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Paestum to Rome

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paestum to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of lei144 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. 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 train costs an average of lei144, while a flight costs an average of lei1489.

Distance: 166 miles (268 km)

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Paestum to Rome is a train with an average price of lei144.

This is compared to other travel options from Paestum to Rome:

A train is lei9 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Paestum to Rome costing on average lei153.

A train is lei1346 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paestum to Rome costing on average lei1489.

The fastest way to travel from Paestum to Rome is by train with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 39m.

Bus takes on average 4h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paestum and Rome including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Paestum to Rome among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 39m faster (3h 0m by train vs 3h 39m by car) and roughly lei252 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (lei144 vs lei396). 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.

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from Paestum to Rome

How to get from Paestum to Rome by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Paestum to Rome is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Sitabasilicata
    5:40 AM3h15
    Paestum
    8:55 AMRome
    lei951One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Sitabasilicata
    5:40 AM3h15
    Paestum
    8:55 AMRome
    lei951One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Marino Autolinee
    8:35 AM3h00
    Paestum
    11:35 AMRome
    lei1701One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Sitabasilicata
    6:40 AM3h15
    Paestum
    9:55 AMRome
    lei961One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Paestum to Rome

Travel to Rome easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Paestum to Rome.

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There are 3 options to travel between Paestum and Rome including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Paestum to Rome is a train with an average price of lei144.

This is compared to other travel options from Paestum to Rome:

A train is lei9 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Paestum to Rome costing on average lei153.

A train is lei1346 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paestum to Rome costing on average lei1489.

The fastest way to travel from Paestum to Rome is by train with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 39m.

Bus takes on average 4h 13m.

The distance from Paestum to Rome is approximately 166 miles (268 km).
The average frequency per day from Paestum to Rome is:
  • Around 41 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 4 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Paestum and Rome as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Paestum to Rome:
  • Trains mostly depart from Paestum station and arrive in Rome Termini.
  • Buses mostly depart from Battipaglia, Uscita A3 - Rotonda di fronte Ospedale (Bar Clou) and arrive in Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
  • Flights mostly depart from Naples International Airport and arrive in Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paestum to Rome, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Regionale, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte to go to Rome by train.
  • Travel with ITA to go to Rome by flight.
  • Travel with Salemi, Marino Autolinee, Busitalia, FlixBus, Sitabasilicata to go to Rome by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Paestum to Rome with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct trains per day with Intercity.
  • 3 direct flights per day with ITA.
  • 7 direct buses per day with Salemi, Marino Autolinee, Busitalia, FlixBus, Sitabasilicata.
Omio customers who travel from Paestum to Rome often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Naples, Milan, Venice, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rome and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rome to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Rome, explore Trastevere's charming streets and nightlife, stroll through Villa Borghese's parks and museums, enjoy gelato at the lively Piazza Navona, and visit the Spanish Steps for views and people-watching. Discover the ancient Catacombs with guided tours, and don't miss the best sights: the iconic Colosseum, the art-filled Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel, the ruins of the Roman Forum, the well-preserved Pantheon, and the famous Trevi Fountain where you can toss a coin for good luck.
To experience Rome's main attractions, a stay of 3 to 4 days is generally recommended, allowing time to visit landmarks like the Colosseum, Vatican City, and explore local neighborhoods.

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