There are 6 ways to get from Rome to Paestum by train, bus, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended
Train via Naples
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Take the train from Roma Termini to Napoli Centrale
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Take the train from Napoli Centrale to Paestum
Cheapest
Bus, train
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Take the bus from Rome Tiburtina Bus station to Naples
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Take the train from Napoli Centrale to Paestum
Train
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Take the train from Roma Termini to Paestum
Bus
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Take the bus from Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni to Salerno Piazza delle Concordia
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Take the bus from Salerno to Paestum
Drive
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Drive from Rome to Paestum
Fly, train
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Fly from Rome (FCO) to Naples (NAP)
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Take the train from Napoli Centrale to Paestum
Rome to Paestum by train
The train journey time between Rome and Paestum is around 3h 16m and covers a distance of around 306 km. This includes an average layover time of around 54 min. Operated by Trenitalia Frecce, ItaloTreno, Trenitalia Intercity and others, the Rome to Paestum train service departs from Roma Termini and arrives in Paestum. Typically 89 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
- FFP2 masks are required on all public transport
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Paestum is 1500.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Paestum is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Paestum is 1.5 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 1500.
Last updated: 28 Jul 2022
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Questions & Answers
The most affordable way to get from Rome to Paestum is to bus, which costs €15 - €20 and takes 5h 50m.
The quickest way to get from Rome to Paestum is to drive which costs €50 - €80 and takes 3h 5m.
No, there is no direct bus from Rome to Paestum. However, there are services departing from Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni and arriving at Paestum via Salerno. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Roma Termini and arriving at Paestum. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 19m.
The distance between Rome and Paestum is 267 km. The road distance is 306.5 km.
The best way to get from Rome to Paestum without a car is to train via Naples which takes 3h 16m and costs €20 - €80.
It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Rome to Paestum, including transfers.
Rome to Paestum bus services, operated by Itabus, depart from Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni station.
Rome to Paestum train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Roma Termini station.
The best way to get from Rome to Paestum is to train via Naples which takes 3h 16m and costs €20 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €20 and takes 5h 50m.
- Distance: 266.6 km
- Duration: 3h 16m
What companies run services between Rome, Italy and Paestum, Italy?
You can take a train from Rome to Paestum via Napoli Centrale in around 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rome to Paestum via Salerno in around 5h 50m.
- Website
- alitalia.com
Flights from Rome to Naples
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €80 - €340
Trenitalia’s high-speed Frecce trains run on specialised tracks and have a greater level of service and comfort than InterCity and regional trains. There are three types of Frecce trains: Frecciarossa, (the fastest; connects major Italian cities); Frecciargento (mostly connect Rome to other Italian cities); and Frecciabianca (the slowest Frecce trains). Frecciarossa trains offer four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Standard, Premium, Business and Executive. All Frecce tickets include a seat reservation and must be purchased before boarding the train.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Roma Termini to Napoli Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €18 - €65
- Website
- Trenitalia Frecce
- Super Economy
- €18 - €25
- Base Standard
- €35 - €50
- Base Premium
- €45 - €65
Private train company Italotreno operates high-speed trains in Italy on the same tracks as Trenitalia. The routes service 21 stations across the country, including popular routes Milan-Florence, Rome-Venice and Bologna-Naples. Choose from four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive. Italo also operates Italobus – an integrated train-bus service that takes passengers from the main train stations to other Italian cities.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 060708
- Website
- italotreno.it
Train from Roma Termini to Napoli Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 2m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €17 - €50
- Website
- Italo Treno
- Smart Economy
- €19 - €27
- Smart Low Cost
- €17 - €24
- Smart Flex
- €35 - €50
Trenitalia’s Intercity (IC) trains are slower than the high-speed Frecce trains but are still a good way to travel between major cities and towns, with routes including Rome to Naples, Venice to Bologna and Milan to Genoa. Tickets usually open for booking 90 days ahead of travel, and you’ll need make a seat reservation before boarding. All IC trains have 1st and 2nd class carriages as well as a bar buffet car, air conditioning and power sockets. InterCity trains that run at night are called InterCity Notte (ICN).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Roma Termini to Napoli Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 3m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €14 - €20
- Website
- Trenitalia Intercity
- 2nd Class
- €14 - €20
Train from Napoli Centrale to Paestum
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 9m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €7 - €10
- Website
- Trenitalia Intercity
- 2nd Class
- €7 - €10
Train from Roma Termini to Paestum
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 19m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €19 - €27
- Website
- Trenitalia Intercity
- 2nd Class
- €19 - €27
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Roma Termini to Napoli Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 3h
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €14 - €29
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- €26 - €29
Train from Napoli Centrale to Paestum
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 12m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €6 - €14
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- €12 - €14
Frequently asked questions
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Rome Tiburtina Bus station to Naples
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 35m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €13 - €16
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Rome Tiburtina Bus station to Salerno
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 40m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €14 - €18
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
- Phone
- +39 080 3112335
- info@marinobus.it
- Website
- marinobus.it
Bus from Rome Tiburtina to Naples Metropark
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €22 - €30
- Website
- Marino Autolinee
- Phone
- 0981 500331
- info@saj.it
- Website
- saj.it
Bus from Rome Tiburtina Bus Station to Naples Metropark Central Parking Bus Stop
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 37m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €15 - €24
- Website
- Inter Saj
- Phone
- 02/989 0000
- Website
- union-ivkoni.com
Bus from Rome Tiburtina to Naples Bus Terminal
- Ave. Duration
- 3h
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- €7 - €10
- Website
- Union Ivkoni
- Phone
- +39 06 88 93 82 32
- Website
- itabus.it
Bus from Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni to Salerno Piazza delle Concordia
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 45m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €5 - €30
- Website
- Itabus
- Phone
- +39 0974.836185
- Website
- giulianobus.com
Bus from Salerno to Paestum
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €1 - €2
- Schedules at
- giulianobus.com
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More Questions & Answers
The quickest flight from Rome Airport to Naples Airport is the direct flight which takes 50 min.
Rome to Paestum bus services, operated by Autolinee Giuliano s.a.s di Giuliano Renato &C., arrive at Paestum station.
Rome to Paestum train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Paestum station.
Yes, the driving distance between Rome to Paestum is 306 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Rome to Paestum.
Alitalia offers flights from Rome Airport to Naples Airport.
Book your Rome to Paestum train tickets online with Omio.
There are 1441+ hotels available in Paestum. Prices start at €100 per night.
The best way to get from Rome to Rome Airport is to train which takes 32 min and costs €7 - €35.