The average train between Malta and Rome takes 5h 26m and the fastest train takes 4h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Malta to Rome. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Malta and Rome. The earliest departure is at 4:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Malta is at 10:31 PM which arrives into Rome at 10:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Bari S. Spirito and take an average of 5h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Malta to Rome? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Malta to Rome. However, there are services departing from Malta station and arriving at Rome station via Barletta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.
Malta to Rome train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Bari S. Spirito station.
Malta to Rome train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Roma Termini station.
Book your Malta to Rome train tickets online with Trenitalia, Trenitalia Intercity and Trenitalia Frecce.
The distance between Malta and Rome is 362.4 km. The road distance is 467 km.
You can take a vehicle from Malta to Roma Termini via Bari S. Spirito and Barletta in around 5h 31m.