How to travel from Dublin to Rome, Italy
The distance between Dublin and Rome is around 1,931km (1,200 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 45m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Dublin to Rome by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Rome → Dublin if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Dublin (DUB) to Rome (FCO).
- Duration3h 45m
- Flight time3hrs
- Typical cost€105($105)
+ 6 others2 similiar routes
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Belfast Glengall Street then take a ferry to Glasgow Buchanan then take the bus to Manchester Shudehill Interchange then Paris and then to Rome Tiburtina Bus station.
- Duration2 days 1h
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical cost€195($195)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Cherbourg then take the train to Chambéry-Challes-les-Eaux then Milano Centrale and then to Roma Termini.
- Duration1 day 8h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€705($705)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Cherbourg then drive to Rome.
- Duration1 day 11h
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost€460($465)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Dublin and Rome
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Dublin to Rome by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around €105 ($105) and will take around 3h 45m.
The distance between Dublin and Rome is around 1,931km (1,200 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,886km (1,172 miles)
It takes around 3h 45m to get from Dublin and Rome by plane.
The quickest way to get from Dublin to Rome is to fly which takes around 3h 45m and will set you back approx €105 ($105).
The cheapest way to travel between Dublin and Rome is to fly which will typically cost around €105 ($105) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Dublin and Rome. We recommend that you fly from Dublin (DUB) to Rome (FCO). instead which will take 3h 45m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Dublin and Rome. We recommend that you fly from Dublin (DUB) to Rome (FCO). instead which will take 3h 45m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Dublin and Rome. Flights depart from Dublin (DUB) and arrive at Rome (FCO). The flight takes around 3hrs.
Yes there is a direct flight between Dublin and Rome with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 3hrs.
Ryanair, Aer Lingus, KLM, Lufthansa, Vueling Airlines, Air France and British Airways fly between Dublin and Rome. Flights depart from Dublin (DUB) and and arrive into Rome (FCO). These flights usually take around 3hrs.
The flight from Dublin to Rome typically takes around 3hrs. Flights depart from Dublin (DUB) and and arrive into Rome (FCO).
The closest major airport to Rome is Ciampino–G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) (CIA) which is approximately 14km (9 miles) from Rome. Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO) (FCO) and Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport (PEG) (PEG) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Dublin to Rome. We recommend that you fly from Dublin (DUB) to Rome (FCO). instead which will take 3h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Dublin to Rome is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 45m and will usually cost around €105 ($105).
Compare travel optionsbetween Dublin and Rome
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 3h 45m | €105($105) | every 30 mins | 1,931km (1,200 miles) |
| Fly to Rome Ciampino (CIA) | 4h 20m | €125($125) | hourly | 1,961km (1,218 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 4h 40m | €165($165) | hourly | 2,306km (1,433 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 2 days 1h | €195($195) | 4 times a week | 3,165km (1,966 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 1 similar | 1 day 8h | €705($705) | once a week | 2,502km (1,554 miles) |
| Ferry, Train and Bus | 2 days 17h | €345($345) | twice a week | 3,378km (2,099 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 1 day 11h | €460($465) | 3 times a week | 2,487km (1,545 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Dublin and Rome
Airlines
Aer Lingus
Ferry operators
Irish Ferries
Translink UK
Stena Line
Train operators
Transport for Wales
Bus companies
Eurobus SK
Airports near Rome
The following major airports near Rome offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.
Ciampino–G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
- Distance
- 14km (9 miles) from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
- Distance
- 22km (14 miles) from Rome
Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport (PEG)
- Distance
- 134km (83 miles) from Rome