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There are seven ways to get from Ciampino Airport (CIA) to Fiumicino Airport (FCO) in Rome, Italy: taxi, bus, shuttle bus, private car service, train, car rental and car sharing.

Taxi, private car service, rental car and car sharing are the four direct ways to transfer from Ciampino airport to Fiumcino airport. The other three require you to connect – take a bus from Ciampino airport to Roma Termini train station, then catch the Leonardo Express train, which takes approximately 30 minutes, to Fiumicino.

Taxis are the fastest option, private car is the most comfortable and expensive, and the combination of bus, subway and train is the cheapest way to get from Ciampino to Fiumicino airport.

The taxi rate from Ciampino to Fiumicino Airport is fixed at 52 euros (source: Ciampino Airport official website), and the ride takes about 23 minutes between the airports but could be longer depending on the day and time.

There are two busses, the 520 and 720, connecting that connect Ciampino airport to Rome Metro stations where you need to get on a train to Roma Termini Station where you have to catch the Leonardo Express Train to Fiumicino airport. The price of the bus and metro ticket is 1.50 euros if used within 100 minutes. The Leonardo Express train fare is 14 euros, making the bus, metro and train the cheapest Ciampino-Fiumicino option.

There is also a bus from Ciampino airport that transfers you to X train station where you will have to connect to a Metro Line A train to Roma Termini station where you need to catch the Leonardo Express train to Fiumicino airport.

Private car services like Blacklane and Rome Chauffeur are the most expensive way to get from Ciampino to Fiumicino airport. They need to be booked in advance. Rates vary by company and vehicle type, so it pays to compare prices if booking private cars between the airports. Families with infants prefer the private car service because it offer safety car seats, unlike taxis.

Car rental companies such as Hertz, Avis, and Europcar are available at Ciampino Airport. This option allows for flexibility in travel but requires dealing with Rome’s traffic and parking.

Platforms like Enjoy and Share Now offer a modern, app-based approach to travel between the airports. Availability and rates can fluctuate based on demand and time of day.

How to Get from Ciampino to Fiumicino Airport by Taxi

As soon as you exit Ciampino airport, the taxi stand will be on your right-hand side. Usually there are a few people waiting in line and a person that hail the cabs.

The taxis at Ciampino Airport operate 24/7. The legitimate taxis are white with the yellow and black TAXI sign on the roof of the car. The symbol of the Municipality of reference is fixed to the front doors and the license number is located on the doors, on the back and inside the vehicle.

The Ciampino – Fiumicino rate is fixed at €52. The ride takes about 23 minutes, but the time depends on the day and time. Traveling during peak hours will take longer than traveling early in the morning or late at night. The official taxi rates are posted outside on the front passenger door and inside on the back of the front passenger seat.

Most taxis accept both cash and credit cards, so you can choose whichever method is most convenient for you.

The taxi service between Ciampino and Fiumicino airport is perfect for travelers who want to get to Fiumicino quickly and for families and groups of up to four people, as the price of €52 is per car and not per person.

How to Get from Termini Station to Fiumicino Airport

Once you get to Termini Station you will need to catch the Leonardo Express Train to Fiumicino Airport. To get there, head to platforms 23 or 24 at Termini Station. These platforms are dedicated to the Leonardo Express trains. You can find them by following the signs for “Fiumicino Aeroporto” or “Leonardo Express”.

Look for the bright red Leonardo Express trains. They have the train name and destination prominently displayed on the side. Wait for the train to arrive and board through any open door. There are no assigned seats on the Leonardo Express, so feel free to sit wherever you find an available spot.

A single ticket for the Leonardo Express costs €14. You can buy tickets for the Leonardo Express in several ways:

Ticket machines: These are located throughout Termini Station, including near platforms 23 and 24. The machines have English language options and accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.

Ticket office: There is a ticket office located on the main floor of Termini Station. The staff can speak English and can sell you tickets for the Leonardo Express.

Online: You can purchase tickets online in advance from the Trenitalia website or app. This can be a good option if you want to avoid the queues at the ticket machines or office.

Once you have your ticket, you must validate it before boarding the train. To do this, find one of the yellow validation machines on the platform. Insert your ticket into the slot and press the green button. You will hear a beep and see a timestamp printed on your ticket. This proves that you have paid for your journey and allows you to travel on the train.

The Leonardo Express trains run every 15 minutes during peak hours and every 30 minutes during off-peak hours. The journey from Termini Station to Fiumicino Airport takes approximately 32 minutes.

How to Get from Fiumicino Airport to Ciampino Airport by Bus?

There’s no bus service that directly connects Ciampino airport to Fiumicino airport. However, the bus services from Ciampino airport connect to different train stations where you have to transfer onto a Metro Line A or B train to Roma Termini Station to connect to the Leonardo Express train to Fiumicino airport.

ATAC Bus Service to Subway Stations of Metro Line A and B

ATAC operates two bus lines, 520 and 720, but they don’t directly connect Ciampino Airport to Rome but to a metro/subway station.

Bus 520 connects the airport to the Cinecittà and Subaugusta metro stations (Line A). You will have to get off at Termini subway station. If you get on the subway at Cinecittà, the Termini Station is the 15th stop. If you get on the subway at Subaugusta metro station, the Termini Station is the 14th stop of the subway. You can see a map of Metro Line A below:

Bus 720 connects to the Laurentina metro station (Line B). You need to get off at Termini Station, which is the 12th subway stop. You can see a map of Metro Line B below:

To learn more about Rome’s Metro – the three lines (A, B, and C), their stations, train schedules, and ticket fares, visit https://hubavihoteli.com/italy/rome/rome-subway/.

To get to the bus stop, after you leave the airport, continue straight ahead and the bus stop will be on your left. If you can’t find it, ask the Carabinieri outside of the airport.

The ATAC bus service is perfect for those whose accommodation is near the subway stations of Metro Line A and B.

The ticket price as of writing this article is 1.5 euros. It’s called a BIT Ticket (Biglietto Integrato a Tempo) and it’s valid for 100 minutes from the time you validate it. Once you’re at a subway/metro station, you can transfer to Metro Line A or B without needing a new ticket, as long as you’re within the 100-minute window.

Just make sure to validate your ticket when you first board the bus at Ciampino airport. When you transfer to the metro, you’ll need to insert the same ticket at the metro turnstile for access.

The BIT ticket must be purchased prior to boarding the bus (bus drivers don’t sell tickets). ATAC tickets can be purchased from the yellow and blue vending machines with the ATAC logo on them inside Ciampino Airport.

Trenitalia Ciampino Airlink

The Trenitalia Ciampino Airlink provides a convenient and affordable transport option between Ciampino Airport and Rome’s Termini Railway Station. Operated jointly by the national rail company Trenitalia and the bus company ATRAL, it combines a short shuttle bus ride from the airport with a direct train trip right into the center of Rome.

When taking the Ciampino Airlink, travelers first board a dedicated ATRAL bus outside the Ciampino terminal. This bus heads straight to Ciampino Railway Station, without making any intermediate stops along the 10-minute journey. At Ciampino Station, passengers transfer directly onto a Trenitalia local train, which makes the 30-minute trip to Rome Termini Station along commuter rail lines. The total travel time averages 40-50 minutes, depending on connections.

A major plus of the Ciampino Airlink is its affordability. At just €2.70 each way, it’s one of the cheapest and most budget-friendly options for getting into central Rome from the airport. It also runs frequently, with buses every 20 minutes and regular train departures all day. With reputable operators, modern vehicles, and direct connections, it’s generally a comfortable and reliable service as well. The only downsides may be potential waiting times at transfers and inconvenience for travelers with extensive luggage.

How to Get from Ciampino Airport to Rome by Bus Shuttle Service

There is no direct shuttle bus service between Ciampino and Fiumicino airports. The shuttle bus services connect Ciampino Airport to Rome’s city center where you will need to get off the bus and get on the Leonardo Express train to Fiumicino Airport.

These bus services operate every day, from Monday to Sunday. Tickets can be purchased online at the websites of the shuttle bus companies, at the authorized agents located in the Arrival Terminal or on board the bus.

All the shuttle bus stops are opposite International Departures.

For information on timetables, routes, and the cost of tickets see the websites of the various bus companies.

1. SIT
Telephone: 06 5916826 / 06 5923507
www.sitbusshuttle.it

*As of writing this article (early January 2024), the price of the bus ticket from Ciampino airport to Termini (Roma Termini Via Marsala, 5 or in front of the Hotel Royal Santina, a bus stop near Termini station) is 6 euros per person. Keep in mind that Termini is just one of the stops. The remaining stops of the SIT shuttle bus from Ciampino airport are: Roma Aurelia Circonvallazione Aurelia, 19 and Roma Vaticano Via Crescenzio.

2. TERRAVISION
Helpdesk: Tel:+39 06 97610632
Termini Kiosk: +39 06 97843383
email: [email protected]
www.terravision.eu

*As of writing this article (early January 2024), the price of the bus ticket from Ciampino airport to Termini is 6 euros (infants travel free). To see pricing and schedule, visit Terravision’s website at https://www.terravision.eu/ and fill out the form in the upper right corner.

3. ROME AIRPORT BUS – SCHIAFFINI
Telephone: +39 06 7130531 /+39 06 71305377
Email: [email protected]
www.romeairportbus.com

*As of writing this article (early January 2024), the price of the bus ticket from Ciamino airport to Termini is 6.90 euros (kids up to 5 years old travel for free). To buy a ticket from Rome Airport Bus website, click here – https://romeairportbus.it/#ticket.

To see today’s schedule of these bus services in one one place, visit https://www.adr.it/web/aeroporti-di-roma-en/pax-cia-bus and scroll down the page.

When you get off the shuttle bus you will need to make your way to Termini Station and board the Leonardo Express Train to Fiumicino Airport. To get to the station you can use the Google Maps app on your phone.

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