Thanks to the cooperation between ATAC (the company responsible for public transportation in Rome) and AdR (the company that manages the city’s airports), there are a few city buses that connect Ciampino Airport to Rome’s metro network.

With this solution, it’s possible to reach many areas of Rome for only €1.50, something that travelers on a tight budget greatly appreciate.

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Bus lines

Currently, two bus lines connect Ciampino Airport to the metro stations. One is line 720 that goes to Laurentina station, where you can change to metro line B (blue). The other is line 520 that goes to Cinecittà station, where you can continue your journey via metro line A (orange).

Which line to choose depends on the location of your destination in the city. With both combinations, it’s possible to reach Termini. But with bus line 520 in combination with subway line A, the journey is 20 minutes shorter.

Interesting stations on metro line B

If your final destination is near Trastevere, the Colosseum, or the northeastern part of Rome, it’s best to take bus line 720 in combination with subway line B (blue).

The most interesting stations on this route are:

*The travel time indicated doesn’t include waiting or transfer times at stops and platforms.

Interesting stations on metro line A

If your accommodation is near Termini, Piazza di Spagna or the Vatican, it’s best to choose the combination of bus 520 and subway line A (blue).

The most interesting stations on this route are:

*The indicated travel time doesn’t include waiting or transfer times at stops and platforms.

Tickets

To use the above transportation combination you’ll need to purchase a BIT (Biglietto Integrato a Tempo) ticket. It costs only €1.50 and is valid for 100 minutes.

Transferring to another line is allowed with the BIT ticket but there are some restrictions. These are explained in detail in our guide on tickets and passes for public transportation in Rome. However, you can use the BIT ticket for both the bus and the metro, as long as the journey doesn’t exceed 100 minutes.

BIT tickets can be purchased from the automatic machines next to the bus stop outside the airport. You can also buy them at the tourist information point in the arrivals hall or the Chef Express restaurant at the terminal.

Schedule

The first buses of both lines pass by Ciampino Airport around 6:00 am and the last just before midnight. The frequency varies throughout the day, but usually, three buses pass every hour.

The first metro of each line leaves at approximately 5:30 am and the last at 11:30 pm. If you land at Ciampino after 11:00 pm, it’s recommended to look for an alternative method of transportation.

Luggage restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding the number of pieces of luggage that can be carried on Rome’s city buses and subways. However, it’s not recommended to use these transportation options if you’re traveling with more than hand luggage.

Location of the bus stop

The stop for the ATAC buses is number 4, just outside the terminal. The airport is small and once you leave it, the bus stops are the first thing you see.

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