From Civitavecchia train station
to the port

Plan your trip to the Civitavecchia Port

What happens when I get off at Civitavecchia Train Station?

To get from Civitavecchia station to the cruise terminal, the most convenient solution is to take the special Portlink shuttle (red and green) which connects the station directly to the port for 6€, or, if you prefer to walk, you can reach the pedestrian entrance to the port (Varco Fortezza) on foot in about 15-20 minutes

PortLink shuttles operate this service using red and green buses with continuous hours from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm. PortLink drivers access the bus directly under the ship’s board.

Option 1: Portlink Shuttle (Recommended)

What: Red and green special bus.
Where: It starts from the square in front of the train station.
Costs: 6€ one way (ticket can be purchased on board, even with ATM).
Schedules: Operates only on ship arrival/departure days, from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm, with departures every 20 minutes.
Duration: About 15 minutes.
Where it arrives: Stop directly at the docks (10, 11, 12, 13, 25).

Option 2: On foot

Route: From the station, head towards Viale Garibaldi and follow the sea for about 600 meters to the Varco Fortezza, the pedestrian entrance to the port.
Duration: About 15-20 minutes

Where to Buy

Portlink Civitavecchia tickets

Portlink Civitavecchia tickets connect the cruise port to the train station

You can buy by credit card the €6 one-way (or €12 roundtrip) bus ticket directly on board the bus, at Largo della Pace reception, or bundled with Trenitalia tickets online/at stations for €12 single/€19 return (kids 4-12 pay €2/€4 bus fare).

If you’re using the Civitavecchia Express, the Portlink bus is often included/free with your Express ticket, just show it to the driver.

Train Services from Civitavecchia to Rome

Train Options and Fares

Regional and Fast Regional Trains
These trains are the most popular and flexible option for traveling to Rome.

  • BIRG Daily Pass
    A convenient round-trip ticket valid for one full day, including unlimited public transport in Rome (metro, buses, and trams).

    • Price: €12

    • Ideal for visitors planning to explore the city
      (For reference, a single public transport ticket in Rome costs €1.50.)

  • Distance-Based (Kilometer) Ticket
    A one-way ticket valid only for the train journey, without access to Rome’s public transport network. Prices vary depending on the destination station:

      • Civitavecchia → Roma San Pietro: €4.60 (one way) / €9.20 (round trip)

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    Civitavecchia → Roma Termini: €5.00 (one way) / €10.00 (round trip)


Intercity Trains to Roma Termini
Intercity trains are recommended for travelers who want a faster journey.

  • Travel time: approximately 50 minutes

  • Only one intermediate stop at Roma Ostiense

  • Fares: €11 (second class) / €15 (first class)

Train Frequency

Trains from Civitavecchia Train Station to Rome run approximately every 30 minutes, offering frequent and convenient connections throughout the day.

Tickets and Where to Buy Them

Tickets can be purchased at the station ticket office, as well as at kiosks or bars inside the station.

For updated timetables and fares, please visit the Trenitalia website.

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