Getting around Italy
Europe
From Europe ✈️
Direct flight from Paris
Yes
Duration
1h45 direct (Rome)
Indicative round-trip price
40-180 EUR round trip
Book
1-2 months ahead
Recommended airlines
Local transport
Bus
FlixBus for long distances. Local buses in every city.
Train
Trenitalia and Italo (private). Frecciarossa (high-speed) Milan-Rome in 3h (~40-80 EUR). Regional trains for the coast.
Taxi
Metered white taxis. Fixed airport-city center fares in major cities.
Metro
Metro in Rome, Milan, Naples. Fairly limited but useful.
Essential apps
Common routes and indicative prices
| From | To | Mode | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rome | Florence | Frecciarossa | 1h30 | 25-50 EUR |
| Milan | Rome | Frecciarossa | 3h | 35-70 EUR |
| Naples | Pompeii | Circumvesuviana | 35min | 4 EUR |
| Rome | Naples | Frecciarossa | 1h10 | 15-40 EUR |
Indicative prices for 2025-2026. Fares vary by season, demand and how far ahead you book.
Vehicle rental 🛵
Scooter / Motorbike
20-40 EUR / day
Category B licence
Car
20-45 EUR / day
French licence accepted
International permit : Not required (French license accepted)
Transport scams to know ⚠️
ZTL (limited traffic zone)
Driving into historic centers can cost you a 50-200 EUR fine.
Tip :Check the ZTL zones on Google Maps and park on the outskirts.
Practical tips
- Italo is often cheaper than Trenitalia for the same high-speed routes.
- The Amalfi Coast is best explored by SITA bus or boat — not by car.
- Watch out for ZTL zones: most city centers are closed to cars.
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