How to Get from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Roma Termini
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is 35.4 km southwest of Roma Termini, about 58 minutes by road. Depending on transport, the journey takes from around 50 minutes by train up to 75 minutes on the cheaper train-plus-metro route.
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- Ignore drivers who approach you inside the terminal offering a taxi; licensed Rome taxis are only at the official white taxi ranks outside Arrivals.
- Always state tariffa fissa and confirm the 55 EUR fixed fare to Termini before getting in; otherwise the meter may run higher (capped at 80 EUR inside the GRA).
- Do not accept offers from unofficial taxi drivers or people selling tickets on the train platform; buy Leonardo Express tickets from official Trenitalia machines or app.
- When paying by card, confirm with the driver before the ride; by law card must be accepted but some drivers may claim the machine is broken.
Frequently Asked Questions
The airport coaches (Terravision, SIT, TAM, Rome Airport Bus) cost about 6-8 EUR per person one way, cheaper online. They take about 45-70 minutes depending on traffic and drop you at Via Giolitti or Via Marsala next to Termini.
By Leonardo Express the train ride is about 32 minutes, plus walking to/from platforms, so plan 50-60 minutes in total. A taxi or private transfer takes about 58 minutes in normal traffic.
No direct trains run all night; the Leonardo Express runs from early morning until about 23:30. Between about midnight and 05:30 only coaches or taxis are available, and some coaches have late-night departures.
The fixed Roma Capitale taxi fare from Fiumicino to anywhere inside the Aurelian Walls, including Termini, is 55 EUR per car for up to 4 passengers, all supplements and luggage included. Confirm tariffa fissa before leaving.
Yes, card payment is accepted at Trenitalia ticket machines and must be accepted by taxis by law, but confirm with the taxi driver before the ride. Contactless bank cards can also be used on Rome Metro gates.
Yes, the Leonardo Express is non-stop, has luggage space, and children under 12 travel free with a paying adult (one child per adult). It arrives at far-end platforms so allow 10 minutes to reach the main hall.
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