Capital city in Lazio, Italy
Getting around Rome
How to get around Rome
Walk the center and use the metro and trams for longer hops; buses are slow and crowded. Trains reach Fiumicino and day trips. Taxis are metered but pricey.
Ways to get around Rome
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Metro, bus and tram (ATAC) | €1.50 for 100 min; 24 h pass €7 | Tap a contactless bank card at metro gates; validate paper tickets on buses |
| Regional trains | €1.50–€4 within Rome | Useful for Ostiense, Ostia and Tivoli day trips |
| Official white taxi | About €12–20 for 5 km | Use ranks or the app; flat fares apply to airports |
| Walking | Free | Most sights in the center are within 30 minutes of each other |
Ride-hailing apps in Rome
A 5 km ride costs about €12–20 ($14–23).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| FREENOW | Books licensed taxis; fares are metered, no surge pricing |
| itTaxi | Calls the nearest licensed taxi; pay by card in the app |
| Uber | Mostly taxis and premium cars; pricier than street taxis |
- Only use white licensed taxis with a meter. Taxis are rarely hailed on the street; use ranks or a phone app.
Arriving in Rome
Fiumicino (Leonardo da Vinci) (FCO)
Leonardo Express to Termini €14, 32 min; taxi flat fare €55 to inside the Aurelian walls, 40–60 min.
Ciampino (CIA)
Shuttle buses to Termini about €6, 40–50 min; taxi flat fare €33 to the center.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Not worth it for visitors: chaotic traffic, ZTL zones and fines. Use metro, walking and taxis.
- Driving: on the right. EU licences are fine; other foreign licences need an International Driving Permit alongside. Rental firms check it.
- Onward travel in Italy: High-speed Frecciarossa and Italo trains link Turin, Milan, Venice, Bologna, Florence, Rome and Naples. Regional trains and buses fill gaps; ferries or flights reach Sicily and Sardinia.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Rome?
Yes. Apps that work here: FREENOW, itTaxi, Uber.
What's the best way to get around Rome?
Walk the center and use the metro and trams for longer hops; buses are slow and crowded. Trains reach Fiumicino and day trips. Taxis are metered but pricey.
How do I get from the airport to Rome?
Leonardo Express to Termini €14, 32 min; taxi flat fare €55 to inside the Aurelian walls, 40–60 min.
Is Rome walkable?
Very walkable.
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Sources
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