The Leonardo Express Train (from Fiumicino Airport to Rome)

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Looking for a fast way to get from Fiumicino Airport to Rome? The Leonardo Express train is a great option. This train goes directly from the airport to Roma Termini, which is the main train station in Rome.

The Leonardo Express trains are comfortable, clean, and have plenty of space for your luggage. The trip takes just 32 minutes, and there are no stops along the way. The trains run consistently every 15 minutes during busy times and every 30 minutes the rest of the day.

Taking the Leonardo Express is cheaper than a taxi and faster and more comfortable than a shuttle bus.

Leonardo Express train at Fiumicino airport

Leonardo Express train timetable

The trains between Fiumicino Airport and Termini station runs regularly throughout the day, every 15 minutes. The first Leonardo Express train of the day leaves from Roma Termini at 4:50am and runs until 11:35pm. The last train leaves from Roma Termini at 11:35pm and from Fiumicino Airport at 12:23am.

The cost of Leonardo Express train tickets

A one-way ticket for the Leonardo Express train costs €14, and there is only one class of service. There are no discounts if you buy both your outward and return ticket at the same time.

Children under the age of 4 travel for free and a child between the ages of 4 and 12 can travel without paying, if there is a paying adult travelling with them. 

Be aware that children aged 12 and older will need a regular adult ticket, otherwise you might get a €50 fine.

If you're traveling with a group, you can get a discount with the Mini-groups fare: buy 4 tickets for just €40 instead of €56.

You can bring a small dog with you (with a certificate of registration with the canine registry) at no extra cost on Leonardo Express train, or bring a cat or other small pets inside an appropriate carrier.

With Trainline, you can buy Leonardo Express train tickets in just a few clicks at no extra cost.

Taking Leonardo Express train from Fiumicino Airport

How to reach Leonardo Express train station

Once you land to Fiumicino Airport, it's easy to reach the train platform, as you don't have to leave the airport building. If you arrives to Terminal 3, once you pick-up your luggage and leave the Customs, follow the yellow sign for "Train". The walk is only 4-5 minutes, using escalators along the way.

If you arrives to Terminal 1, after you collect your luggage and leave the Customs, walk for about a minute following the "Train" sign, until you reach the elevators (on the right side). Take the elevator to Level 2, then again follow the yellow sign "Train" until you reach the train platform. This will take about 10 minutes or less.

How to buy Leonardo Express train tickets at the airport

Buying the tickets at the airport station is super easy. There are many Trenitalia ticket machines that accept both cash or credit cards and the process is quick. Make a few steps and you'll reach ticket windows, where you can buy tickets for Leonardo Express in a minute (the staff speaks English).

Follow the yellow sign "Train" to reach Leonardo Express platform at Fiumicino Airport

Train ticket machines near the train platform at Fiumicino Airport

Train ticket windows near Leonardo Express train platform

Buying Leonardo express train tickets at ticket machines is super easy:

• Select “Roma Termini” as your destination
• Select which train and time you would like to travel on - be sure to select the Leonardo Express option, as there is a cheaper train available which takes much longer to get to Roma Termini (plus, you need to change trains once)
• Select what kind of tickets and how many of each you would like to buy (adult or child)
• Press "Forward" to skip the page with seat assignments, which don't exist on the Leonardo Express
• A summary of all tickets will appear on the screen - press “Purchase”
• The next step is payment - you can pay with Visa, Mastercard and American Express or cash (banknotes and cash)

Taking Leonardo Express train from Termini Station (Rome)

How to reach Termini Station in Rome

Reaching Termini Station is easy, as both metro line A and metro line B meets here and you can travel here from any other part of Rome. You can also use buses or taxis. 

Catch Leonardo Express train from platforms 23 and 24 at Termini Station.

How to buy Leonardo Express train tickets at Termini Station

All around the Termini Station, you'll find numerous Trenitalia ticket machines, from where you can get tickets for Leonardo Express.

There is also the Trenitalia ticket office, situated on the platform level (open every day from 6:30am to 10:05pm). You'll notice a huge line here, but it moves fairly quickly and the staff is helpful and speaks a good English.

To avoid waiting, enter through the office door and go to the left, where you'll find more ticket machines and one Trenitalia staff member, who will be happy to help you with buying your tickets.

Tickets bought at ticket machines are open, meaning they allow you to travel anytime on that day.

Be sure to validate your tickets before boarding the trains!

Don't forget to validate your tickets at validator machine, once you are on the platform. Insert your ticket until you hear a clicking sound. Not validating your ticket will result in a €50 fine.

Buying Leonardo Express train tickets online

Leonardo Express train tickets can also be purchased online with Trainline, in just a few simple clicks at no extra cost. Choose the date you wish to travel, then your preferred departure time and book your tickets.

You'll get the tickets straight to your email. Tickets bought online are valid for specific time slot, but you can easily change that online, if you want to travel earlier or later.

Leonardo Express train tickets - Buying online is a smart choice for several reasons:

1. Saves your time: Skip long lines at the station by booking in advance, which reduces stress.
   
   
2. Easy to use: Websites like Trainline are user-friendly, making it simple to select and pay for tickets.
   
   
3. Better travel planning: Pre-book tickets lets you plan your itinerary better, so you can head to the train station right after getting your luggage.
   
   
4. Easy ticket management: If your plans change, you can quickly manage your e-ticket online and receive updates via email.
   
   
5. Quick access to the train: Just scan your ticket barcode to enter the platform without delays.
   
   

How much luggage can you bring to the train?

Leonardo Express train boats plenty of room for luggage

The Leonardo Express trains boast plenty of comfortable seats and room for your luggage either on racks above the seats or in luggage areas at the front and back of the train cars. You can also just opt to keep your bags by your seat as long as the train isn't too crowded.

Once you arrive to Termini Station...

Roma Termini is where Leonardo Express train arrives to (and departs from)

Once you arrive to Termini, you can easily find a taxi or use metro to reach your hotel or apartment. Some parts of Rome are not served by metro, so you'll need to take a taxi (such as Trastevere). From Termini you can catch a metro to Spanish Steps, the Vatican or the Colosseum area. 

From Roma Termini Station, you can reach numerous destinations within Italy. The station serves as a hub for high-speed trains (Trenitalia and Italo), which can take you away to cities such as Naples, Florence, Milan and Venice in just a few hours.

Train tickets are pretty affordable, especially if you buy them well in advance (companies release the tickets 5-6 months ahead).

Visiting Florence from Rome is a breeze. The fast trains (Frecciarossa and Italo) take only 1.5-hour between these two cities, making the journey so pleasant and quick. The trains are comfortable and clean with friendly staff.

Book early enough (a couple of months in-advance) and get Trenitalia tickets for only €21.90 (for standard class - non-refundable). For getting a little bit more comfort, choose business class for only €29.90. 

You can even make a day trip from Rome to Florence, taking the earliest train and returning late in the evening. Once you arrive to Florence at Santa Maria Novella train station, you'll be only 10 minutes on foot from the main sights, such as the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria or Ponte Vecchio.

Taking direct trains from Fiumicino Aeroporto to other cities within Italy

Four high-speed trains, two arriving and two departing connect daily Roma Fiumicino with the cities of Naples, Florence, Bologna, Padua and Venice, without the intermediate change.

• Departure from the Fiumicino Airport: 9:38am, 1:53pm and 9:53pm
• Arrival to Fiumicino Airport: 7:52am, 9:22am and 2:07pm

Where to stay near Termini Station

A beautiful view from Sophie Terrace Hotel near the Termini Station

If you are landing to Fiumicino Airport and taking Leonardo Express to Termini Station, you may want to stay somewhere not far away. We recommend Sophie Terrace Hotel, situated only a few blocks from the station (it's only 5 minute walk).

You'll love comfortable rooms and amazing rooftop terrace with a view, but the friendly and helpful staff is what this hotel makes super special. From this hotel you can easily walk to the Colosseum! Stay here, you'll be very happy!

Or for something more central, from Roma Termini take Via Cavour all way down, then turn into Via di Tor de' Conti, where you'll find Nerva Boutique Hotel. This small hotel, only a few steps from the Colosseum, has homely atmosphere and amazing staff. The hotel has a great selection of rooms, each one with comfortable beds. The breakfast is excellent - served in the cute little restaurant on the ground floor.

See other places to stay in Rome that we recommend!

Frecciarossa high-speed trains will easily take you from Rome to other major Italian cities

Taking a private car transfer from the airport to Rome

Want to get straight from the airport to your hotel or apartment in Rome? Then a private car transfer would be an ideal choice for you. Our first choice is Welcome Pickups, a company that offers reliable and cheap transfers throughout the world, including Rome and the rest of Italy.

Once you book your transfer online, you'll get confirmation to your email. Upon landing to Fiumicino Airport, you won't need to worry about the transfer to your hotel or apartment.

Your friendly (and English-speaking) driver will wait you as you leave the baggage area, assist you with your luggage and escort you to the comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. If your flight is late, your driver will still be waiting for you. One-way transfer costs around €70. 

You can also book a transfer from Fiumicino Airport to Civitavecchia, if you are joining a cruise there.

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