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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.
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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