Rome transport tickets
In Rome, visitors can purchase different types of transport tickets and travel cards depending on the number of days they stay in the city and how often they plan on using public transportation there.
Types of transport tickets
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$ 1.58).
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$ 7.40).
MetroBus 48 hours
The 48-hour 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$ 13.22).
MetroBus 72 hours
It allows unlimited use of public transport for 72 hours from the time it is used for the first time. The price is € 18 (US$ 19.04).
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$ 25.39).
OMNIA Rome & Vatican Card
The OMNIA Rome & Vatican Card, which allows priority access to the main attractions of Rome and the Vatican, includes unlimited public transportation for 72 hours of validity.
Other travel cards
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
Initially, it might seem like everyone is bypassing ticket validation on public transportation. However, the reason many don't validate their tickets is that they hold monthly passes. Remember, even with a valid ticket, it's essential to punch it in the machines upon entry to avoid fines.
If you fail to validate your ticket, fines can be € 50 (US$ 52.89) if paid immediately or € 100 (US$ 105.79) 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 the travel cards and tickets?
Public transportation tickets in Rome can be bought in vending machines in any metro station, convenience stores or newsagents. There is also a way to buy tickets by SMS, but unless you have an Italian phone number, we do not recommend this option.
