How to travel from Rome to Syracuse

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Rome to Syracuse

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Syracuse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €76 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €76, while a flight costs an average of €179.

Distance: 364 miles (586 km)

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€94

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Compare ways to travel from Rome to Syracuse

Compare the available ways to get from Rome to Syracuse, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Syracuse is a bus with an average price of €76.

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

A bus is €18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Syracuse costing on average €94.

A bus is €103 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Syracuse costing on average €179.

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Syracuse is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 11m.

Other travel options to Syracuse take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 51m.

Bus takes on average 13h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rome and Syracuse including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Rome to Syracuse among Omio's users.

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from Rome to Syracuse

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • IntercityIntercity 723+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 5397 · treno 5397 effettuato con bus PA549
    7:26 AM12h57
    Rome Termini
    8:23 PMSyracuse station
    €771One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • IntercityIntercity 723+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 5397 · treno 5397 effettuato con bus PA549
    7:26 AM12h57
    Rome Termini
    8:23 PMSyracuse station
    €771One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:00 PM12h15
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    9:15 AMSyracuse, Corso Umberto I
    €861One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • IntercityIntercity 95057+RegionaleRegionale 22117 · treno 22117 effettuato con bus PA555
    11:26 AM13h02
    Rome Termini
    12:28 AMSyracuse station
    €771One-way
    2 transfers
  • IntercityIntercity 95057+TrenitaliaBUS L727D
    11:26 AM13h20
    Rome Termini
    12:46 AMSyracuse station
    €791One-way
    1 transfer
  • IntercityIntercity 723+TrenitaliaBUS L721A
    7:26 AM13h20
    Rome Termini
    8:46 PMSyracuse station
    €791One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Rome to Syracuse

Travel to Syracuse 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 Rome to Syracuse.

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There are 3 options to travel between Rome and Syracuse including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Syracuse is a bus with an average price of €76.

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

A bus is €18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Syracuse costing on average €94.

A bus is €103 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Syracuse costing on average €179.

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Syracuse is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 11m.

Other travel options to Syracuse take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 51m.

Bus takes on average 13h 7m.

The distance from Rome to Syracuse is approximately 364 miles (586 km).
The average frequency per day from Rome to Syracuse is:
  • Around 32 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rome and Syracuse 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 Rome to Syracuse:
  • Flights mostly depart from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and arrive in Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Rome Termini and arrive in Syracuse station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arrive in Syracuse, Corso Umberto I.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rome to Syracuse, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Syracuse by bus.
  • Travel with ITA, Malta Air, Aeroitalia to go to Syracuse by flight.
  • Travel with Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa to go to Syracuse by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rome to Syracuse with the following travel companies:
  • 16 direct flights per day with ITA, Malta Air, Aeroitalia.
  • 3 direct trains per day with Intercity Notte, Intercity.
Omio customers who travel from Rome to Syracuse often also extend their vacation to go to Catania, Palermo, Noto, Taormina, Ragusa. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Syracuse and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Syracuse to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Syracuse, you can explore the Neapolis Archaeological Park, featuring the Greek Theatre and Roman Amphitheatre. Visit Ortigia Island for its Baroque architecture and charming streets, and don't miss the Syracuse Cathedral, built on a Greek temple. Admire the Temple of Apollo and enjoy panoramic views from Castello Maniace. Experience the unique acoustics of the Ear of Dionysius cave and admire the Aretusa Fountain. Explore vibrant local markets and take a boat tour around Ortigia Island. Enhance your visit with a traditional Sicilian cooking class, learning to make local dishes with fresh ingredients.
To fully experience Syracuse, three to four days are ideal. This timeframe allows you to explore key attractions like the historic downtown, museums, and nearby natural sites.
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