Region, Italy
Getting around Umbria
How to get around Umbria
Trains link Perugia, Assisi, Spoleto, Terni and Orvieto; regional buses reach other towns. A car is needed for villages, wineries and the Valnerina.
Ways to get around Umbria
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Regional train | €2–8 for most hops | Perugia–Assisi–Spoleto line; Perugia Fontivegge is the hub |
| Perugia Minimetro | €1.50 | Links Pincetto station to the old town; Mon–Sat 7:00–21:20, Sun 9:00–21:00 |
| Umbria Mobilità buses | €1.50–8 | Link towns and villages; few after 8 pm and on Sundays |
| Rental car | About €35–75 a day | Needed for Valnerina and small villages; avoid ZTL zones |
Ride-hailing apps in Umbria
A 5 km ride costs about €10–18 ($11–20).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| itTaxi | App for licensed Perugia taxis; Radiotaxi Perugia +39 075 500 4888 |
- Taxis are few outside Perugia, so book by phone or app. Late buses stop early; arrange rides home from rural restaurants.
Arriving in Umbria
Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi (PEG)
Small airport with a few seasonal flights; shuttle bus or taxi to Perugia, fixed taxi fare about €30, 20–30 min.
Rome Fiumicino (FCO)
Train to Rome Termini, then regional or Italo to Perugia or Orvieto, about 3–3.5 h and €25–40 total.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rentals exist but are scarce; hill roads are steep and ZTL fines apply. Most visitors use trains or a car.
- 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 Umbria?
No. Use itTaxi instead.
What's the best way to get around Umbria?
Trains link Perugia, Assisi, Spoleto, Terni and Orvieto; regional buses reach other towns. A car is needed for villages, wineries and the Valnerina.
How do I get from the airport to Umbria?
Small airport with a few seasonal flights; shuttle bus or taxi to Perugia, fixed taxi fare about €30, 20–30 min.
Is Umbria walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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