Lazio is Italy's most historically rich region, home to Rome — the Eternal City — as well as ancient ruins, medieval hilltowns, volcanic lakes, and a stunning Tyrrhenian coastline. From the Colosseum to the vineyards of the Castelli Romani and the thermal baths of Viterbo, Lazio offers an unparalleled blend of art, history, nature, and cuisine.
- Public
- Rome's ATAC metro, bus and tram network is comprehensive but often crowded and delayed; validate tickets at machines before boarding to avoid fines
- Taxi
- Licensed white taxis are reliable; use itTaxi or FREE NOW apps to avoid overcharging; fixed fares from airports
- Rental
- Car rental is excellent for exploring the Lazio countryside, coast and hilltowns but avoid driving in Rome itself due to ZTL restrictions and chaotic traffic
- Walking
- Rome's historic center is supremely walkable — most major sights are within 30-45 minutes' walk of each other
Transport at a glance
Airport transfers
Getting from the airport to your accommodation.
- Taxi
- €50 fixed rate from FCO, €31 from CIA to/from Rome city center
- Taxi Info
- Fixed official rates apply from both Rome airports — insist on the fixed rate before departure
- Shuttle
- €6 Terravision/SIT Bus from FCO or CIA to Termini
- Shuttle Info
- Runs frequently, book online for best prices; journey time 45-70 min
- Bus
- €8 FL1 regional train from Fiumicino to Trastevere, Ostiense, Tiburtina and Termini
- Bus Info
- Runs every 15-30 min, stops at multiple Rome stations
- Private
- €65-90 from FCO, €45-60 from CIA
- Private Info
- Book in advance; good value for groups of 3-4
Local transport
Getting around the city.
Bus
ATAC buses and trams cover all Rome neighbourhoods; €1.50 per ride, €7 for day pass, €18 for 48h, €24 for 72h
Alternatives
Metro (3 lines), tram lines (2, 3, 8 serve useful routes), Hop-on Hop-off tourist buses (€25-30), bike-sharing (Dott and Bit Mobility apps)
Taxis & rideshare
What to expect from taxis and apps.
- Regular
- €3.50 base fare + €1.10/km (day rate), higher at night/weekends
- Apps
- itTaxi, FREE NOW
- App Names
- itTaxi, FREE NOW
- Typical Fare
- €10-20 for a typical cross-city Rome ride
Intercity travel
Getting between cities and regions.
Bus
COTRAL regional buses from €2-8 to towns across Lazio
Shared
Not widely available; FlixBus serves some routes
Flights
No scheduled domestic flights within Lazio; regional jets connect FCO to southern Italy
Private
Rental car from €40-80/day; private transfers from €80-150 for day excursions
Transportation details
Full breakdown of how to get around.
Lazio is well-connected by air via two Rome airports, and Rome itself has metro, bus and tram networks. Regional trains and COTRAL buses link Rome to all major Lazio towns.
Airports
Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (Fiumicino)
Rome Ciampino Airport
Useful apps
Download before you arrive.
Moovit
Best app for Rome public transport with real-time bus/metro tracking
itTaxi
Official Rome taxi booking app — meters officially tracked
FREE NOW
Taxi and private hire app covering Rome
Trenitalia
Regional and national train tickets and timetables
Google Maps
Reliable for Rome transit, walking and driving directions
Transport tips
Travel smarter, not harder.
Validate metro/bus tickets before boarding — inspectors issue €50+ fines for unvalidated tickets
The Roma Pass (48h or 72h) includes unlimited ATAC transport plus free/reduced museum entry
For the Colosseum area, walk from Termini (25 min) or take Metro B to Colosseo stop
Vatican area: Metro A to Ottaviano, or tram 8 to Largo di Torre Argentina then bus 40/64
Tivoli: 50-min train from Tiburtina station on the Rome-Pescara line
Viterbo: FL3 train from Ostiense to Viterbo Porta Fiorentina (2h) or COTRAL express bus
Frascati: Train from Termini (30 min) — convenient wine country day trip
Driving to Circeo National Park and Sperlonga is easiest by car (SS148 Pontina highway)