The Leonardo Express Train (from Fiumicino Airport to Rome)

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Need a quick and efficient way to travel from Fiumicino Airport to Rome? Consider taking the Leonardo Express train. It's a direct service connecting the airport to Roma Termini, Rome's central train station, making it an excellent choice for travellers.

The Leonardo Express trains offer comfort, cleanliness, and plenty of luggage space for passengers. Your journey will take just 32 minutes with no stops in between, allowing you to reach your destination quickly.

Trains run frequently, departing every 15 minutes during peak hours and every 30 minutes at other times, ensuring minimal wait times.

The Leonardo Express is more economical than taking a taxi and provides a faster, more comfortable ride compared to shuttle buses. It's an ideal balance of convenience, speed, and cost-effectiveness for most travellers.

Once you board the train, you can take any empty seat as there is no assigned seating on the Leonardo Express.

👉 With Trainline, you can buy Leonardo Express tickets in just a few clicks at no extra cost!

Leonardo Express train at Fiumicino airport

How long does the journey with Leonardo Express take?

The journey between Fiumicino Airport and Termini Station takes only 32 minutes, with no stops (the distance is around 30 km).

Leonardo Express timetable

Catching Leonardo Express is super easy, as it runs every 15 minutes (peak times) or 30 minutes (off-peak times) in both directions.

The first Leonardo Express train from Roma Termini departs at 4:50am, while the last one leaves at 11:35pm. The first train from Fiumicino Airport runs at 5:38am and the final train of the day leaves at 12:23am.

The Leonardo Express schedule accommodates most flights arriving and departing from Fiumicino Airport.

All about Leonardo Express tickets...

What is the cost of Leonardo Express ticket?

A one-way ticket for the Leonardo Express costs €14, and there is only one class of service. There are no discounts if you buy both your outward and return ticket at the same time.

How much is Leonardo Express child ticket?

Children under the age of 4 travel for free on Leonardo Express. A child from 4 to 11 years old can also travel for free, if there is a paying adult travelling with them.

IMPORTANT! Child aged 12 and older pay REGULAR ADULT TICKET for Leonardo Express. Fine for not buying a ticket for your kid is €50.
 
👉 Example - If two parents travel with three children as follows (7 year old, 12 year old and 14 year old), they'll need to purchase 4 adult tickets total.

Is there any discounts on Leonardo Express tickets for groups?

If you're traveling with a group, you can get a discount with the Mini-groups fare: buy 4 tickets for just €40 instead of €56.

Can pets travel on Leonardo Express?

You can bring a small dog with you (with a certificate of registration with the canine registry) at no extra cost on Leonardo Express, or bring a cat or other small pets inside an appropriate carrier.

Taking Leonardo Express train at Leonardo da Vinci - Fiumicino Airport

Where to catch The Leonardo Express at Fiumicino Airport?

Follow the yellow sign "Train" to reach Leonardo Express platform at Fiumicino Airport

Once you land to Fiumicino Airport, it's easy to reach Leonardo Express train platform, as you don't have to leave the airport building.

If you arrive to Terminal 3, once you pick-up your luggage and leave the Customs, follow the yellow sign for "Train". The walk is only 4-5 minutes, using escalators along the way.

If you arrive to Terminal 1, after collecting your luggage and leaving the Customs, walk for about a minute following the "Train" sign, until you reach the elevators (on the right side). Take the elevator to Level 2, then again follow the yellow sign "Train" until you reach the train platform. This will take about 10 minutes or less.

Where to buy Leonardo Express tickets at Fiumicino Airport

Buying the tickets for the Leonardo Express at the airport station is super easy. There are many Trenitalia ticket machines that accept both cash or credit cards and the process is quick. Make a few steps and you'll reach ticket windows, where you can buy tickets for Leonardo Express in a minute (the staff speaks English).

Train ticket machines near the train platform at Fiumicino Airport

Follow these steps for buying Leonardo Express tickets at ticket machines (it's easy):

1. Select “Roma Termini” as your destination
2. Select which train and time you would like to travel on - be sure to select the Leonardo Express option, as there is a cheaper train available which takes much longer to get to Roma Termini (plus, you need to change trains once)
3. Select what kind of tickets and how many of each you would like to buy (adult or child). For a kid of 12 and older, you need to buy a regular adult ticket!
4. Press "Forward" to skip the page with seat assignments, which don't exist on the Leonardo Express
5. A summary of all tickets will appear on the screen - press “Purchase”
6. The next step is payment - you can pay with Visa, Mastercard and American Express or cash (banknotes and cash)

Trenitalia ticket windows at Fiumicino train station

Taking Leonardo Express train from Termini Station (Rome)

How to reach Termini Station in Rome

Reaching Termini Station is easy, as both metro line A and metro line B meets here and you can travel here from any other part of Rome. You can also use buses or taxis. 

Catch Leonardo Express trains from platforms 23 and 24 at Termini Station.

Where to buy Leonardo Express tickets at Termini Station

All around the Termini Station, you'll find numerous Trenitalia ticket machines, from where you can get tickets for Leonardo Express.

There is also the Trenitalia ticket office, situated on the platform level (open every day from 6:30am to 10:05pm). You'll notice a huge line here, but it moves fairly quickly and the staff is helpful and speaks a good English.

To avoid waiting, enter through the office door and go to the left, where you'll find more ticket machines and one Trenitalia staff member, who will be happy to help you with buying your tickets.

Tickets for Leonardo Express bought at ticket machines are open, meaning they allow you to travel anytime on that day.

Trenitalia ticket office at Termini Station (inside you can also find ticket machines)

Buying Leonardo Express tickets online

Tickets for Leonardo Express trains can also be purchased online with Trainline, in just a few simple clicks at no extra cost. Choose the date you wish to travel, then your preferred departure time and book your tickets.

You'll get the tickets straight to your email. Tickets bought online are valid for specific time slot, but you can easily change that online, if you want to travel earlier or later.

👉 Be sure to make online check-in once you are on the train (it's easy!).

Buying Leonardo Express tickets online is a smart choice for several reasons:

1. Saves your time: Skip long lines at the station by booking in advance, which reduces stress.
   
   
2. Easy to use: Websites like Trainline are user-friendly, making it simple to select and pay for tickets.
   
   
3. Better travel planning: Pre-book tickets lets you plan your itinerary better, so you can head to the train station right after getting your luggage.
   
   
4. Easy ticket management: If your plans change, you can quickly manage your e-ticket online and receive updates via email.
   
   
5. Quick access to the train: Just scan your ticket barcode to enter the platform without delays.
   
   

How much luggage can you bring to the Leonardo Express trains?

The Leonardo Express trains boast plenty of comfortable seats and room for your luggage either on racks above the seats or in luggage areas at the front and back of the train cars. You can also just opt to keep your bags by your seat as long as the train isn't too crowded.

Leonardo Express train boats plenty of room for luggage

Once you arrive to Termini Station...

Once you arrive to Termini, you can easily find a taxi or use metro to reach your hotel or apartment. Some parts of Rome are not served by metro, so you'll need to take a taxi (such as Trastevere). From Termini you can catch a metro to Spanish Steps, the Vatican or the Colosseum area. 

Roma Termini is where Leonardo Express train arrives to (and departs from)

From Roma Termini Station, you can reach numerous destinations within Italy. The station serves as a hub for high-speed trains (Trenitalia and Italo), which can take you away to cities such as Naples, Florence, Milan and Venice in just a few hours.

Train tickets are pretty affordable, especially if you buy them well in advance (companies release the tickets 5-6 months ahead).

Visiting Florence from Rome is a breeze. The fast trains (Frecciarossa and Italo) take only 1.5-hour between these two cities, making the journey so pleasant and quick. The trains are comfortable and clean with friendly staff.

Book early enough (a couple of months in-advance) and get Trenitalia tickets for only €21.90 (for standard class - non-refundable). For getting a little bit more comfort, choose business class for only €29.90. 

You can even make a day trip from Rome to Florence, taking the earliest train and returning late in the evening. Once you arrive to Florence at Santa Maria Novella train station, you'll be only 10 minutes on foot from the main sights, such as the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria or Ponte Vecchio.

Taking direct trains from Fiumicino Aeroporto to other cities within Italy

Four high-speed trains, two arriving and two departing connect daily Roma Fiumicino with the cities of Naples, Florence, Bologna, Padua and Venice, without the intermediate change.

• Departure from the Fiumicino Airport: 9:38am, 1:53pm and 9:53pm
• Arrival to Fiumicino Airport: 7:52am, 9:22am and 2:07pm

Luggage deposit at Roma Termini

Are you visiting Rome just for a day or a few hours, and wonder where to leave your luggage while exploring the city?

You'll find luggage deposit inside the Termini Station, just outside the gates - take the left exit Via Giolitti and walk along the entire sidewalk. After the Coin department store, enter the tunnel and in front of the car rental you'll find luggage room.

The opening hours are from 7am until 9pm (it's open 7 days a week). The price per bag is around €10-€12 per day.

Where to stay near Termini Station

A beautiful view from Sophie Terrace Hotel near the Termini Station

Arriving at Fiumicino Airport and taking the Leonardo Express to Termini Station? Consider staying somewhere nearby!

We highly recommend Sophie Terrace Hotel - just an easy 5-minute walk from the train station. The rooms are cosy and comfortable and you'll adore a rooftop terrace for relaxing. The staff is warm, attentive and friendly, what makes your stay very pleasant. Plus, the Colosseum is within easy walking distance!

Looking for something more central? From Roma Termini, follow Via Cavour all the way down, then turn onto Via di Tor de' Conti. There you'll discover Nerva Boutique Hotel. This charming little gem, mere steps from the Colosseum, offers a welcoming atmosphere and fantastic staff. Choose from a variety of well-appointed rooms, each featuring comfy beds. Don't miss the delicious breakfast served in the adorable ground-floor restaurant.

Want more options? Check out our other top picks for places to stay in Rome!

Frecciarossa high-speed trains will easily take you from Rome to other major Italian cities

More trains from Fiumicino Airport to Rome...

There's another train options from Fiumicino Airport to Rome, a regional train called the FL1. It's a regular train line, and connects Fiumicino Airport with several points in central Rome, but it doesn't go to Termini Station.

You can get off at Trastevere, Ostiense, Tuscolana or Tiburtina stations in Rome, depending on where you're staying in the city. The ride on this train costs only €8. Trains leave every 15 minutes or so.

At any station, you're likely to need a taxi to get to your hotel or apartment.

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