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High-Speed trains from Paris to Rome
The average train time from Paris to Rome is 13h 55m, although it takes just 10h 31m on the fastest TGV INOUI and Frecciarossa services. There are around 12 trains per day running from Paris in France to Rome in Italy, the first train leaves Paris Gare de Lyon at 06:30 and the last train (for travel overnight) leaves at 20:24.
- All trains depart from Paris Gare de Lyon station.
- All trains arrive into Roma Termini station.
Taking the train from Paris to Rome may not be the quickest way to reach the Eternal City, but it’s certainly the best way to discover the beauty of southern Europe. Comfortably seated, with plenty of legroom and an onboard catering service, you’ll enjoy breath-taking views that you’d certainly miss if you were flying.
You can travel between these two cities in about half a day if you take high-speed TGV and Frecciarossa trains during the day. You also get the chance to stop in Milan or Turin and do some sightseeing before continuing your journey to the Italian capital. As soon as you step out of Roma Termini train station, you’ll be taking in the magic atmosphere of Rome in no time at all.
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Paris to Rome by train
It takes an average of 14h 57m to travel from Paris to Rome by train, over a distance of around 687 miles (1105 km). There are normally 19 trains per day travelling from Paris to Rome and tickets for this journey start from £58.21 when you book in advance.
FAQs about the train journey from Paris to Rome
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Cheap train tickets from Paris to Rome
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 Paris to Rome 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.