The quickest way from Ciampino Airport to Rome is a direct bus to Termini Station (€5–7, 40 minutes). There is no direct train from Ciampino Airport — you need a short bus ride to Ciampino town station first. For door-to-door convenience, a private transfer or taxi costs from €31–60. Ciampino Airport (CIA) is Rome's secondary airport, primarily serving budget airlines like Ryanair and Wizz Air, located just 15 km southeast of the city centre.
All Ways to Get from Ciampino Airport (CIA) to Rome City Centre
Compare 4 transport options by price, journey time, and comfort.
| Option | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
Direct Airport Bus (SIT, Terravision, COTRAL) | €5–7 one-way | 40–50 minutes |
Bus + Train Combo (ATAC + Trenitalia) | €2.70 total (€1.50 bus + €1.20 train) | 45–60 minutes |
Official Taxi | €31 flat fare (within Aurelian Walls) | 25–40 minutes |
Rec.Private Transfer (Pre-Booked) | From €50 sedan / €70 minivan | 20–35 minutes |
Getting to Specific Rome Destinations
Termini Station / city centre
Direct airport bus (40 min, €5–7)
The most straightforward public transport option. Direct buses drop you at Termini, Rome's main hub.
Trastevere
Bus to Ciampino station, then FL4 train to Trastevere
Take the ATAC bus to Ciampino station, then a regional train towards Roma Trastevere. Total time about 40 minutes.
EUR district / south Rome
Taxi or private transfer (20 min)
EUR is on the way from Ciampino to central Rome. A taxi or transfer is fastest — the metered fare is typically €20–25.
Vatican / Prati area
Airport bus to Termini + Metro A to Ottaviano (55 min total)
Bus to Termini, then Metro Line A to Ottaviano-San Pietro station (4 stops). Or a private transfer avoids the connections.
Night & Late-Arrival Transfers
Ciampino has fewer late-night options than Fiumicino. Bus services become infrequent after 22:00, and the bus+train combo stops running when the last regional train departs around 23:30. Taxis are available at the rank 24/7 — the flat €31 fare applies regardless of the hour. For flights arriving after midnight (common with Ryanair), a pre-booked private transfer is the most reliable option. Night-rate supplements of €10–15 typically apply between 22:00 and 06:00.
Tips for This Route
- Ciampino is a smaller airport — your driver meets you directly at the Arrivals exit.
- Most Ryanair and Wizz Air flights land here. The airport is compact: allow 10-15 minutes from landing to the exit.
- The ride to central Rome takes just 20-30 minutes — half the time of Fiumicino.
- Night rates apply between 21:00 and 06:00.
Safety Tips & Scam Warnings
The same taxi scam warnings apply at Ciampino as at Fiumicino. Only use white licensed taxis from the official rank. The flat fare within the Aurelian Walls is €31 — if a driver quotes more, walk away. Avoid anyone offering rides inside the terminal building.