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How to get from Rome to Paris by train

Planning a trip from the Eternal City to the City of Love and want more information on traveling from Rome to Paris by train? Look no further!

On the fastest Italo, TGV INOUI and Frecciarossa services, the journey from Rome to Paris can take 10 hours and 14 minutes. As there are no direct services available from Rome to Paris, you will need to make at least one change along your journey – usually in Milan or Turin.

Currently, it’s not possible to travel from Rome to Paris with just one change (via Milan or Turin) due to a landslide. However, there are still other routes available – you can find more details in our Journey Planner.

Although traveling from Rome to Paris by train isn’t the fastest mode of travel, the picturesque views will almost certainly make up for it! Relax in your seat and marvel at the breath-taking views of Southern Europe.

Once you’ve arrived at Paris Gare de Lyon station, you’re a short Metro journey from the city’s most iconic landmarks such as the Musée D’Orsay and Notre-Dame cathedral.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets from Rome to Paris today. Head to our Journey Planner at the top of the page and we’ll point out the cheapest fares. Not quite ready yet? Keep reading for more information such as:

Rome to Paris train times
How to get from the airport to Rome city center
How to get to Roma Termini station
Possible routes from Rome to Paris
Classes on board trains from Rome to Paris
Services on board trains from Rome to Paris
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How to get from Paris city center to the airport

It takes an average of 14h 51m to travel from Rome to Paris by train, over a distance of around 687 miles (1105 km). There are normally 22 trains per day traveling from Rome to Paris and tickets for this journey start from $77.16 when you book in advance.

First train	5:38 am
Last train	11:51 pm
Departure station	Rome
Arrival station	Paris
Journey time	From 10h 17m
Distance	687 miles (1105 km)
Frequency	22 trains per day
Changes	1 change
Price	From $77.16
Train and bus operators	Flixbus, BlaBlaCar Bus

FAQs about the train journey from Rome to Paris

Want to know more about your journey from Rome to Paris? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you travel to Paris from Rome?

To get to Paris from Rome, why not take the train? With 22 trains per day and an average journey time of 14 hours and 51 minutes, taking the train is a great way to travel. See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

How long does it take to get from Rome to Paris by train?

On average it takes around 14 hours and 51 minutes to travel from Rome to Paris by train, although you can get there in 10 hours and 17 minutes on the fastest services. With 22 trains per day running on this route, journey times may vary, so check our Journey Planner for more information.

How much is the train ticket from Rome to Paris?

The price of a train ticket from Rome to Paris can start from as little as $77.16, depending on the time of day, route and class you book. Train tickets may also be cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day.

How fast can trains travel from Rome to Paris?

The fastest time a train can travel the 687 miles (1105 km) from Rome to Paris is 10 hours and 17 minutes.

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Planning a round trip from Rome to Paris?

Departs	Arrives	Duration
8:25 am	7:43 pm	11h 18m, 5 changes
9:20 am	9:14 pm	11h 54m, 5 changes
11:20 am	9:37 pm	10h 17m, 1 change
1:20 pm	7:36 am	18h 16m, 4 changes
1:20 pm	7:42 am	18h 22m, 3 changes
2:20 pm	7:36 am	17h 16m, 5 changes
2:20 pm	7:42 am	17h 22m, 4 changes
2:20 pm	8:30 am	18h 10m, 3 changes
2:20 pm	8:42 am	18h 22m, 2 changes
3:50 pm	8:16 am	16h 26m, 4 changes

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Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Rome to Paris by booking early.^§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

^§Some train companies may not offer any Advance ticket types or cheaper deals for early bookings. On rare occasions, train companies may choose to release special offers closer to the date on last-minute or late-release tickets. This is dependent on the individual train operating company you travel with.

Rome has two major airports:

Fiumicino Airport
Ciampino Airport

Each airport is well-connected to the city center thanks to Rome’s extensive rail and bus network. Trains are usually the quickest way to get from the airport to the city center.

How to get from Fiumicino airport to the city center

How to get from Ciampino Airport to the city center

You can easily reach Roma Termini station with one of the following modes of transport:

Metro: From the city center, you can take lines A and B, which stop at Termini
Trams: From the city center, lines 5 and 14 will take you to Roma Termini
Buses: Depending on where you’re traveling from, there are various buses available from the city center to Roma Termini, including C2, C3, H, M, 16, 38, 40, 64, 75, 82, 85, 90, 92, 105, 170, 175, 217, 310, 360, 649, 714, and 910. They all stop at Stazione Termini (Termini station)
Trains: If you’re traveling from another Italian city, you can take a high-speed train operated by Trenitalia or Italo or a regional train operated by Trenitalia. For example, trains from Florence to Rome take a little over an hour on the fastest services.

One option for traveling from Rome to Paris by train is via Milan and Zurich. You’ll hop on an Italo train from Rome to Milan. Once you’re there, transfer to a Eurocity train to Zurich (Switzerland) – take some time to admire the views out the window on this route. Finally, you can take a TGV Lyria train from Zurich to Paris, arriving at Paris Gare de Lyon.

This is a fairly long travel day (around 15 hours), but there are stopovers on the way where you can grab a bite to eat or take a short wander around a new city. Plus, the bonus of traveling by train is that you can get up and stretch your legs whenever you want!

It’s also possible to break this journey up over a couple of days, to give you a rest between trains as well as the chance to stay a while in a couple of different cities before you reach your final destination. Why not travel from Rome to Milan and stay the night, taking the time to enjoy the sights of another Italian city before your journey onwards? You could even stop over in Zurich and admire its beauty before your train trip from Zurich to Paris.

Classes on board Italo trains

Classes on board Frecciarossa trains

Frecciarossa trains have four classes to choose from – Standard, Premium, Business and Executive. Take a look at the differences between them below.

Standard

Frecciarossa Standard Class has the same seat layout as Premium Class – 2x2 rows – but offers cloth rather than leather seats. Armchairs are wide and reclining and all come with a folding table and power outlets.

Free WiFi is available on board – simply connect your device to the FRECCE Entertainment Portal, and you can watch movies and TV programs, listen to music and check travel information.

Premium

In Premium Class, in addition to what’s offered in Standard Class, you’ll get to enjoy plenty of amenities on board, including super comfy leather reclining seats with extra legroom, more baggage space, plus free newspapers and magazines.

You’ll also be welcomed with a complimentary drink and snack – gluten-free options and snacks for kids are available too, so what’s not to like?

Business

As well as the amenities in Standard Class, such as free WiFi, Frecciarossa Business Class features wide leather armchairs with adjustable headrests, reclining backrests and a large space between seats, arranged in rows of 2+1. Each armchair has a reclining table, and every row is separated by a glass divider for greater privacy. A free foodbox containing a fresh product, a snack and a drink is also served to your seat.

Need to hold a meeting while traveling? Book a Salottino Business private 4-seat compartment, available only on Frecciarossa ETR 500 trains – they’re perfect for private meetings on the move.

Executive

Frecciarossa Executive Class cars consist of wide leather armchairs which are always facing the direction of travel. With only two seats per row (separated far apart), reclining backrests and adjustable footrests, you'll feel like you're traveling in your own little world of comfort!

You’ll get free entry to FRECCIALounge at the main train stations, an exclusive open bar and a Michelin-starred menu by the renowned Italian TV chef Carlo Cracco.

Executive Class also has a meeting room for your business needs – there are five seats, power outlets and a 32-inch TV screen that can be connected to your laptop if you want to go through a presentation or work on the go.

Services on board Italo trains

Services on board Frecciarossa trains

Baggage

You can take your bags on board Frecciarossa trains free of charge. In most cases, there are no baggage size limits. You’ll need to make sure that your baggage is compatible with the space available on board.

Food and drink

You can go to the FrecciaBistrò café-bar counter located in the middle part of the train to get snacks, main courses, and drinks. You can also order your favorite meal from the comfort of your seat – connect to the onboard entertainment portal called Portale FRECCE and use the EasyBistrò service or ask a member of staff.

If you travel in Premium or Business Class, you’ll get a free snack and drink. If you travel in Executive Class, you’ll get a complimentary meal by the renowned TV chef Carlo Cracco.

Entertainment

You’ll find free WiFi on all Frecciarossa trains. Connect to their entertainment portal called Portale FRECCE and choose from a wide selection of movies, TV series, live news, eBooks, games, music, and podcasts. You can also use Portale FRECCE to get the latest updates on your journey, as well as book other services that will help you reach your destination.

Travel with children

Kids under 4 can travel for free if a seat is not assigned to them. If they do have a seat, they can get 50% off Base tickets (Frecciarossa’s standard fare). Children aged 4-14 also get 50% off.

Bimbi Gratis offer: You can also get free travel for kids under 15 plus 40% off Base tickets for adults, if you’re traveling in a family group of 2 to 5 people (including at least one adult and one child).

Bikes

You can travel with your bike for free on all Frecciarossa trains provided it’s not larger than 80 x 110 x 45cm (31.4 x 43.3 x 17.7 inches). Your bike must be disassembled or folded and stored in a bag in one of the dedicated baggage racks.

Pets

Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost.

Small pets can travel on all Frecciarossa trains free of charge if they’re placed in a carrier or cage of max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm (27.5 x 11.8 x 19.6 inches). Bigger dogs are allowed on all trains if they have a half-price Standard ticket, they’re kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle.

You can’t travel with bigger dogs in Executive and Premium Class, in quiet cars and in restaurant cars.

Special Assistance

If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60, which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232, which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).

Other

Air-conditioning is available on board. You can also charge your devices thanks to the power outlets you can find at your seat.

Arriving at Paris Gare de l’Est

If your journey from Rome to Paris takes you through Strasbourg, it’s likely you’ll arrive in France’s capital city at Gare de l’Est. This is a stone’s throw from Paris Gare du Nord (just 5 minutes’ walk) – perfect if you then want to transfer to a train toward London or the north of France.

The station is also well-located for exploring the sights – and traveling from city center to city center means you can hop off the train in the heart of the action and get on with sightseeing! If you want to travel onward by public transport, you can use:

Metro lines 4, 5 and 7
RER line E
National and international train services, including TER, OUIGO, TGV INOUI and DB-SNCF

Gare de l’Est also has many amenities, including:

Stores including The Body Shop, Sephora and FNAC
Cafés including PAUL, a French sandwich and coffee chain
Toilets (including accessible toilets).

Not sure where you’re headed?

If you’re not sure which station you’ll arrive at when you get to Paris, don’t fret! All the information about your trip, including transfers and arrival stations, is in our Journey Planner. It’ll also be included on your tickets, which you can find in the Trainline app.

Arriving at Paris Gare de Lyon

If your journey from Rome takes you via Milan (Italy) or Zurich (Switzerland), you’ll probably arrive in Paris at Gare de Lyon. Close to the banks of the Seine, this station in central Paris is well-connected to other parts of the city and wider France thanks to the following public transportation services:

Metro lines 1 and 14
RER lines A and D
National and international train services, such as TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TGV Lyria and TER

Paris Gare de Lyon also has a range of facilities on offer, including:

Cafés including Ladurée, Starbucks and PAUL
Stores including Nespresso and FNAC
A pharmacy
Toilets (including accessible toilets).

Taking the Métro in Paris

Paris Métro is the quickest, easiest, and cheapest way to travel around the city. If you want to skip the queues at the ticket machines at Gare de l’Est or Gare de Lyon, you can buy your Métro ticket at the Eurostar Café on board.

If you’re planning to travel around Paris and France, we recommend you buy a T+ ticket – it allows connections between Métro and RER trains in central Paris and will take you to all the main stations in Paris, where you can catch a connecting TGV high-speed train to other French cities.

Did you know? Children under 4 can travel for free on the Métro, RER, bus, and tramway services, provided they sit on your lap and don’t occupy a seat. Kids under 10 get 50% off the ticket price.

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In Paris, there are three major airports:

Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Orly Airport (ORY)
Beauvais Tillé Airport (BVA)

Each airport offers a bus and taxi service, but only Charles de Gaulle and Orly have their own dedicated train stations (the nearest train station to Beauvais Tillé is nearby Beauvais station). Find out more about transfers to and from airports in Paris.

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