What is the cheapest way to get from San Marino to Vatican City?

The cheapest way to get from San Marino to Vatican City is to bus via Cesena which costs €30 - €100 and takes 8h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Marino to Vatican City?

The fastest way to get from San Marino to Vatican City is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between San Marino and Vatican City?

No, there is no direct bus from San Marino to Vatican City. However, there are services departing from Torello and arriving at Termini via Cesena and Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

Is there a direct train between San Marino and Vatican City?

No, there is no direct train from San Marino to Vatican City. However, there are services departing from Rimini and arriving at Roma Termini via Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from San Marino to Vatican City?

The distance between San Marino and Vatican City is 485 km. The road distance is 295.8 km.

How do I travel from San Marino to Vatican City without a car?

The best way to get from San Marino to Vatican City without a car is to train via Bologna which takes 4h 22m and costs €45 - €210.

How long does it take to get from San Marino to Vatican City?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from San Marino to Vatican City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Marino to Vatican City bus from?

San Marino to Vatican City bus services, operated by Sulga Autolinee, depart from Cesena station.

Where do I catch the San Marino to Vatican City train from?

San Marino to Vatican City train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Rimini station.

Train or bus from San Marino to Vatican City?

The best way to get from San Marino to Vatican City is to train via Bologna which takes 4h 22m and costs €45 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus via Cesena, which costs €30 - €100 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the San Marino to Vatican City bus arrive?

San Marino to Vatican City bus services, operated by Sulga Autolinee, arrive at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station.

Where does the San Marino to Vatican City train arrive?

San Marino to Vatican City train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Can I drive from San Marino to Vatican City?

Yes, the driving distance between San Marino to Vatican City is 296 km. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from San Marino to Vatican City.

Where can I stay near Vatican City?

There are 21710+ hotels available in Vatican City.

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There are 5 ways to get from San Marino to Vatican City by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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Train via Bologna
best
1. Take the train from Rimini to Bologna Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Roma Terminitrain Fr
4h 22m
€49–204
Bus via Cesena
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cesena to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtinabus
8h 6m
€32–97
Drive 295.8 km
1. Drive from San Marino to Romecar 295.8 km
4h 17m
€46–67
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Rimini to Roma Terminitrain Fa
5h 48m
€53–114
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rimini to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtinabus N433 / ...
9h 53m
€40–81

San Marino to Vatican City by bus and train

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Distance: 485.1 km
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between San Marino and Vatican City?

You can take a bus from Torello to Roma Termini via Rimini FS, Rimini, and Bologna Centrale in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, Sulga Autolinee operates a bus from Cesena to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina 6 times a week. Tickets cost €25–29 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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