There are 10 ways to get from Spain to Rome Airport (FCO) by plane, bus, train, ferry or car
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Recommended option
Fly from Barcelona • 4h 10m
9 alternative options
Fly from Valencia • 4h 16m
Fly from Madrid • 4h 54m
Fly from Malaga • 4h 49m
Fly from Sevilla • 5h 3m
Bus to Alicante–Elche, fly • 5h 3m
Train • 18h 26m
Bus • 21h 16m
Ferry, train • 22h 30m
Drive • 13h 14m
Spain to Rome Airport (FCO) by train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Spain to Rome Airport (FCO) is to ferry and train which costs €55 - €80 and takes 22h 30m.
The fastest way to get from Spain to Rome Airport (FCO) is to fly which takes 4h 10m and costs €29 - €180.
No, there is no direct bus from Spain to Rome Airport (FCO). However, there are services departing from Estación de Autobuses Barcelona Nord and arriving at Fiumicino Aeroporto T3 via Roma Tiburtina TiBus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 16m.
No, there is no direct train from Spain to Rome Airport (FCO). However, there are services departing from Estación de tren Barcelona-Plaça De Catalunya and arriving at Fiumicino Aeroporto via Barcelona-Sants, Lyon Part Dieu, Geneve, Milano Centrale Station and Roma Termini. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 26m.
The distance between Spain and Rome Airport (FCO) is 865 km. The road distance is 1390.6 km.
The best way to get from Spain to Rome Airport (FCO) without a car is to train which takes 18h 26m and costs €230 - €490.
It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Spain to Rome Airport (FCO), including transfers.
Spain to Rome Airport (FCO) bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Estación de Autobuses Barcelona Nord station.
Spain to Rome Airport (FCO) train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.
The best way to get from Spain to Rome Airport (FCO) is to fly which takes 4h 10m and costs €29 - €180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €230 - €490 and takes 18h 26m, you could also bus, which costs €80 - €140 and takes 21h 16m.
- Distance: 865.1 km
- Duration: 4h 10m
What companies run services between Spain and Rome Airport (FCO), Italy?
Alitalia, Ryanair and three other airlines fly from Barcelona to Rome Airport (FCO) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barcelona to Rome Airport (FCO) via Barcelona-Sants, Lyon Part Dieu, Geneve, Milano Centrale, Milano Centrale Station, and Roma Termini in around 18h 26m.
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Barcelona to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 50m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €310
Flights from Valencia to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- When
- Monday to Saturday
- Estimated price
- €40 - €380
Flights from Valencia to Rome via Marseille
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 45m
- When
- Thursday
- Estimated price
- €40 - €380
Flights from Madrid to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €45 - €380
Flights from Madrid to Rome via Ibiza
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 55m
- When
- Tuesday
- Estimated price
- €45 - €380
Flights from Malaga to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €45 - €650
Flights from Malaga to Rome via Palma Mallorca
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 10m
- When
- Thursday
- Estimated price
- €45 - €650
Flights from Malaga to Rome via Ibiza
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 10m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €45 - €650
Flights from Malaga to Rome via Marseille
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 40m
- When
- Tuesday
- Estimated price
- €45 - €650
Flights from Malaga to Rome via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 50m
- When
- Monday and Thursday
- Estimated price
- €45 - €650
Flights from Sevilla to Rome via Menorca
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 30m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €50 - €550
Flights from Sevilla to Rome via Palma Mallorca
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 40m
- When
- Thursday
- Estimated price
- €50 - €550
Flights from Sevilla to Rome via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 5h
- When
- Tuesday
- Estimated price
- €50 - €550
Flights from Sevilla to Rome via Valencia
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 25m
- When
- Monday to Friday
- Estimated price
- €50 - €550
Flights from Alicante–Elche to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €50 - €380
Flights from Alicante–Elche to Rome via Ibiza
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 45m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
- Estimated price
- €50 - €380
Flights from Alicante–Elche to Rome via Marseille
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 10m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €50 - €380
- Website
- vueling.com
Flights from Barcelona to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 52m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €230
Flights from Valencia to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 2m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €50 - €300
Flights from Valencia to Rome via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 15m
- When
- Monday to Friday
- Estimated price
- €50 - €300
Flights from Madrid to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €65 - €380
Flights from Malaga to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 35m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €60 - €600
Flights from Malaga to Rome via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 50m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €60 - €600
Flights from Sevilla to Rome via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 13m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €100 - €700
Flights from Sevilla to Rome via Valencia
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- When
- Tuesday and Wednesday
- Estimated price
- €100 - €700
Flights from Sevilla to Rome via Palma Mallorca
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 20m
- When
- Friday
- Estimated price
- €100 - €700
Flights from Alicante–Elche to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 10m
- When
- Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €90 - €390
Flights from Alicante–Elche to Rome via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 28m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €90 - €390
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Barcelona to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 52m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €230
Flights from Valencia to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 2m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €50 - €300
Flights from Valencia to Rome via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 15m
- When
- Monday to Friday
- Estimated price
- €50 - €300
Flights from Madrid to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €65 - €380
Flights from Malaga to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 35m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €60 - €600
Flights from Malaga to Rome via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 50m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €60 - €600
Flights from Sevilla to Rome via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 13m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €100 - €700
Flights from Sevilla to Rome via Valencia
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- When
- Tuesday and Wednesday
- Estimated price
- €100 - €700
Flights from Alicante–Elche to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 10m
- When
- Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €90 - €390
Flights from Alicante–Elche to Rome via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 28m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €90 - €390
- Website
- alitalia.com
Flights from Barcelona to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 45m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €55 - €350
Flights from Madrid to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 26m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €95 - €440
- Website
- flyulendo.com
Flights from Barcelona to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 55m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €25 - €230
Flights from Valencia to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 10m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €30 - €290
Flights from Madrid to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €290
Flights from Malaga to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 40m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €40 - €650
Flights from Sevilla to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 40m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €40 - €470
Flights from Alicante–Elche to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €29 - €200
- Website
- aireuropa.com
Flights from Barcelona to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 45m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €55 - €350
Flights from Madrid to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 28m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €100 - €430
- Website
- ethiopianairlines.com
Flights from Barcelona to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 45m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €55 - €350
Flights from Madrid to Rome
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 28m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €110 - €430
- Website
- volotea.com
Flights from Barcelona to Rome via Olbia
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 25m
- When
- Thursday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €100 - €350
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Malaga to Rome via Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €130 - €490
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2Rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 1m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €50 - €75
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
Rome2Rio's guide to SNCF
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €28 - €60
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €28 - €40
- Rail 1st Class
- €40 - €60
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €65
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €30 - €45
- 1st Class
- €50 - €65
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 848 44 66 88
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Geneve to Milano Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 4m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €110 - €210
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en
Private train company Italotreno operates high-speed trains in Italy on the same tracks as Trenitalia. The routes service 21 stations across the country, including popular routes Milan-Florence, Rome-Venice and Bologna-Naples. Choose from four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive. Italo also operates Italobus – an integrated train-bus service that takes passengers from the main train stations to other Italian cities.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 8937 1892
- Website
- italotreno.it
Train from Milano Centrale Station to Roma Termini
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 13m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €40 - €95
- Website
- https://www.italotreno.it/en
- Smart Economy
- €70 - €95
- Smart Flex
- €75 - €95
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Civitavecchia to Roma Trastevere
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €5 - €11
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
- 1st Class
- €9 - €11
Frequently asked questions
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 910 207 007
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Estación de Autobuses de Murcia to Alicante Aeropuerto
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €5 - €9
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Estación de Autobuses Barcelona Nord to Roma Tiburtina TiBus
- Ave. Duration
- 20h
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €80 - €120
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
- Phone
- +39.081.496.444
- info@grimaldi.napoli.it
- Website
- grimaldi-lines.com
Ferry from Porto di Barcellona to Porto di Civitavecchia
- Ave. Duration
- 20h
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- €40 - €60
- Website
- https://www.grimaldi-lines.com/en/
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Spain to Rome Airport (FCO) bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Roma Tiburtina TiBus station.
Spain to Rome Airport (FCO) train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Roma Termini station.
Yes, the driving distance between Spain to Rome Airport (FCO) is 1391 km. It takes approximately 13h 14m to drive from Spain to Rome Airport (FCO).
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