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Travel from Rome to Siena by train and you’ll be wandering around Piazza del Campo in less than three hours. As there’s no direct train, you’ll have to stop in Florence and then take a regional train to Siena, which is a good excuse as any to visit Florence as well! Make sure you travel on a Frecciarossa or Italo high-speed train for the first leg of your journey – that way, you’ll arrive in Florence in less than two hours.
Once in Siena, have a stroll along the city’s medieval streets, climb up the 400 steps of Torre del Mangia or head to the nearby Fortezza Medicea and enjoy the breath-taking view of the city – you won’t regret it! If you're happy to take a taxi, you could even visit one of the filming locations for Succession nearby!
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It takes an average of 4h 32m to travel from Rome to Siena by train, over a distance of around 116 miles (186 km). There are normally 13 trains per day traveling from Rome to Siena and tickets for this journey start from $21.81 when you book in advance.
First train | 12:17 am | |
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Last train | 10:04 pm | |
Departure station | Rome | |
Arrival station | Siena | |
Journey time | From 3h 5m | |
Distance | 116 miles (186 km) | |
Frequency | 13 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Price | From $21.81 | |
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Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Rome to Siena by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
The average journey time by train between Rome and Siena is 4 hours and 32 minutes, with around 13 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Rome to Siena is 3 hours and 5 minutes.
Train tickets from Rome to Siena can start from as little as $21.81 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.
No, there are no direct train services from Rome to Siena. Travelling from Rome to Siena by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Rome to Siena leaves at 00:17. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Rome to Siena leaves at 22:04. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Rome to Siena cover a distance of around 116 miles (186 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Siena to Rome.