Rome Transport Tickets
Rome has an extensive public transport system that can make exploring the city much easier and better-value for money. However, it can be a little bit daunting when you first arrive and don't know exactly how it all works. So, check out our guide to the various transport tickets available to explore Rome.
Rome's public transport system is called the ATAC (Azienda per i Trasporti Autoferrotranviari del Comune di Roma), and boasts metro, buses, trams and urban trains. If you're visiting Rome and plan on using public transport and visiting various landmarks, we'd highly recommend the OMNIA Rome & Vatican Card, which includes the following:
- Unlimited use of public transport in Rome
- Hop-on Hop-off bus service
- Priority access to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Colosseum, Roman Forum (Forum Pass Super), and much more.
ATAC Tap-and-Go Payment (Apple Pay, Contactless)
Tap-and-go payment has been rolled out across much of Rome's public transport network. As such, you can use your contactless debit/credit card, smartphone (Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay), or smartwatch directly at the gates, without buying a paper ticket.
Public Transport Ticket Options
One-Way Ticket (BIT)
The BIT ticket lasts 100 minutes since its first validation and allows for unlimited transfers between the metro, buses, trams and urban trains. The only transfer that is not allowed is to leave the metro and return (by the metro turnstiles). The ticket costs € 1.50 (US$ 1.75).
MetroBus 24 Hours
This ticket allows unlimited public transportation from the moment the ticket is validated until midnight of the same day. The MetroBus 24 hours costs € 7 (US$ 8.20).
MetroBus 48 Hours
This ticket allows unlimited use of Rome's public transport for 48 hours from the time it is first used. The price is € 12.50 (US$ 14.65).
MetroBus 72 Hours
This ticket allows unlimited use of public transport for 72 hours from the time it is used for the first time. The price is € 18 (US$ 21.10).
Weekly Pass (CIS)
If you're going to spend a week in Rome and you plan to use public transport a lot, the ideal option for you is the weekly pass, as you'll be able to use unlimited public transport for 7 days. The price is € 24 (US$ 28.14).
Other Travel Cards (Monthly, Annual)
If you’re planning on staying in Rome for a longer period, there are also annual and monthly travel cards.
Remember to Validate Your Ticket
If you're not using a long term pass, don't forget to punch your ticket at the machines before you board, as your ticket is not valid unless it is punched.
If you fail to validate your ticket, fines can be € 50 (US$ 58.63) – € 100 (US$ 117.26) if paid later. Don't be caught off guard—controllers may appear even on Sundays.
What Means of Transport are Included?
- Metro
- Buses
- Trams
- Cotral bus services (within Rome)
- Urban trains: Rome–Lido, Rome–Viterbo and Rome–Pantano.
- Trenitalia Regional trains (second class).
Where to Buy Travel Cards & Tickets?
Public transportation tickets in Rome can be bought in vending machines in any metro station, convenience store, or newsstand.
ATAC has been rolling out tap-and-go payment on the metro turnstiles and some buses/trams. That means you can just use your contactless debit/credit card, smartphone (Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay), or smartwatch directly at the gates, without buying a paper ticket.
