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The train from Rome to Naples usually takes 1h 39m, but can take just 55m on the fastest services. You'll be travelling direct on this route with either Trenitalia's Frecciarossa or Italo. Both train companies offer elite levels of comfort, with leather seats and free WiFi as standard.
Heading straight from Rome–Fiumicino Airport to Naples? Just hop on the Leonardo Express from the airport, a shuttle service running directly to Roma Termini station and from there, you can catch a connecting train to Naples.
As the spiritual home of Neapolitan-style pizza and the gateway to the historic ruins of Pompeii, Naples is packed with things to see and do. Check out our guide to Naples for tips on the best sights in the city.
Ready to book? Start a search for cheap train tickets from Rome to Naples in our Journey Planner at the top of the page, or keep reading for money-saving tips and FAQs.
It takes an average of 1h 5m to travel from Rome to Naples by train, over a distance of around 117 miles (189 km). There are normally 62 trains per day travelling from Rome to Naples and tickets for this journey start from £7.18 when you book in advance.
First train | 06:00 | |
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Last train | 23:44 | |
Departure station | Rome | |
Arrival station | Naples | |
Journey time | From 53m | |
Distance | 117 miles (189 km) | |
Frequency | 62 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £7.18 | |
Train and bus operators | Marino, Itabus, Trenitalia, Flixbus, Italo, Inter Saj (Bus), Fiumicino Express |
Frecciarossa trains are Trenitalia's flagship high-speed trains, capable of reaching speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). The "red arrow" trains are distinguished by their comfort, their ultra-modern design and their reduced impact on the environment. All Frecciarossa trains are equipped with a food carriage, free WiFi connection and 4 levels of service – Standard, Premium (with drinks and welcome snacks served on arrival, as well as a morning newspaper), Business (with drinks and snacks, morning newspaper and larger seats) and Executive (with Fast Track, access to FrecciaClub lounges in selected stations, and gourmet meals served to your seat). You can now also travel with Frecciarossa between Milan and Paris via Turin, Modane and Chambéry. The new Frecciarossa trains have 4 levels of service – Standard, Business, Executive and Meeting Room – and two types of carriage: Silence Area, for those who want to travel in total tranquillity, and Allegro Area, for those who want to chat with their fellow passengers.
Italo is a high-speed train operator that runs services between many of the major cities across Italy. All Italo trains are modern, air conditioned, and have free WiFi available for all travellers. There are four comfort classes, or "ambiances", as Italo like to call them – Smart (the cheapest price), Comfort (with wider seats and extra legroom), Prima (with a welcome selection of food and drink, fast track boarding and extra space), and Executive Club (with all Prima services, extra-wide seats, access to Italo Club lounges and personal entertainment screens at your seat).
Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.
Frecciargento "silver arrow" high-speed trains connect the main cities of the north-west, central and southern Italy at speeds of up to 155 mph (250 km/h). All Frecciargento trains are equipped with a food carriage, free WiFi, reclining seats and power sockets. There are two levels of service – First Class and Second Class. First Class travellers can enjoy reclining leather seats, welcome service with drink and a sweet or savoury snack, and a free morning newspaper.
With Frecciarossa Standard, you’ll enjoy high-quality services including eco-leather reclining seats, folding tables and free WiFi, but at a cheaper price.
Providing all the perks of First Class for the price of Second Class, Frecciarossa Premium offers more legroom and luggage space, as well as a welcome service offering a complimentary sweet or salty snack and drink. You can also order your meal via the EasyBistrò paid service available on board.
If you’re travelling for work, Frecciarossa Business is the ideal option for you – it offers more legroom, glass dividers for more privacy, EasyBistrò meal service and a private 4-seat compartment called Salottino. A free foodbox containing a fresh product, a snack and a drink is also served to your seat.
Frecciarossa Executive can accommodate up to 10 single armchairs and offers plenty of legroom, wider reclining leather seats, free entry to FRECCIALounge at the main train stations, an exclusive open bar and Michelin-starred menu by the renowned Italian TV chef Carlo Cracco.
Although Smart is Italo’s standard and cheapest class, you won’t miss out on the fantastic service! This class provides you with the following amenities:
In addition to all the perks of Italo Smart, Italo Prima also provides a little extra, such as a dedicated Fast Track service and a welcome service.
If you fancy travelling in style, upgrade to Italo Club Executive and enjoy dedicated catering service, personal screens, and free entry to Italo Club Lounge.
Frecciargento's Standard Class comes with plenty of amenities, including reclining seats, power sockets, a Bistrò bar, free WiFi and an entertainment portal.
In addition to all the perks available in Second Class, Frecciargento's First Class also offers a welcome service including a complimentary sweet or savoury snack and a bottle of water of 0.25L.
Travel in Second Class and enjoy seats with fold-down tables, power sockets and a bar carriage in the middle of the train.
In addition to all the amenities in Second Class, you'll get to enjoy more spacious seats and legroom in First Class.
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).
Air-conditioning is available on board. You can also charge your devices thanks to the power sockets you can find at your seat.
While there’s no bar or restaurant carriage on Italo trains, you can use the vending machines on board to get snacks and drinks during your journey.
Priority seats for passengers with reduced mobility are available on Italo trains. They’re usually located next to an accessible toilet. All accessible toilets also have tactile and Braille signs.
Air-conditioning is available on all Italo trains, as well as at-seat power sockets.
You’ll find free WiFi on all Frecciargento trains. Simply 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.
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).
Air-conditioning is available on board. You can also charge your devices thanks to the power sockets you can find at your seat.
You can get snacks and drinks from the vending machines available in coach 3. Gluten-free and lactose-free options are available too.
At the moment, Intercity trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power sockets that are available at your seat.
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).
Air-conditioning is available on all Intercity trains.
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 Naples by booking early.§
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.
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!
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.
Trenitalia and Italo's direct high-speed trains depart from Roma Termini and Roma Tiburtina stations in Rome, calling at Napoli Centrale and Napoli Afragola in Naples.
Waiting for your train has never been so relaxing! Both Frecciarossa and Italo welcome you in dedicated First Class Lounges with everything you need to sit back and relax before you travel.
Italo Club Lounges are for Club Executive passengers, as well Italo Più Privilege and Platinum holders and Italo Più Corporate Privilege and Corporate Platinum. You’ll find the following amenities at the Lounge in Roma Termini:
This service is for Prima or Club Executive ticket holders, as well as Italo Più Premium, Privilege, Platinum and Italo Più Corporate holders. You can make use of the free Fast Track service at platform 12 at Roma Termini station.
You can get free access to the FRECCIALounge at Roma Termini if you have a CartaFRECCIA Oro or Platino, an Executive or Salottino ticket or a carnet 10 viaggi or 15 viaggi. Here you’ll get to enjoy a Working Area with power sockets and free WiFi and a Bistrot Area offering a wide range of snacks and drinks.
If you have one of Trenitalia’s loyalty cards such as CartaFRECCIA Platino, CartaFRECCIA Oro or CartaFRECCIA Argento or you have a ticket to travel in Frecciarossa Executive or Business Class on Frecciarossa 1000, you can use Frecciarossa’s Fast Track service at platforms 9 and 10 in Roma Termini to board your train.
The average journey time by train between Rome and Naples is 1 hour and 5 minutes, with around 62 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Rome to Naples is 53 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Rome to Naples can start from as little as £7.18 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Rome to Naples without having to change trains. There are 61 direct trains from Rome to Naples each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Rome to Naples leaves at 06:00. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Rome to Naples leaves at 23:44. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Rome to Naples cover a distance of around 117 miles (189 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Naples to Rome. If you’re looking for other options, you can also catch the bus from Rome to Naples.