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Piazza dei Cinquecento, 1, 00185, Roma, Italia

The Termini Railway Station is the largest train station in Italy and the second biggest in Europe after the Gare du Nord station in Paris. Termini got its name after the Baths of Diocletian (or Thermae in Latin), the largest imperial baths in ancient Rome, nestled across the street from the station. The first Termini station was opened by Pope Pius IX back in 1863. Nowadays it is one of the busiest railway hubs on the planet, welcoming more than 150 million people every year and serving dozens of domestic and international routes in Italy.

A Quick Tour Around the Roma Termini Station

Navigating in a new place is always challenging, especially if you have a train to catch. Although there are plenty of Termini station maps available inside the complex, nothing can help you find your way around the building better than a guided tour. To know what to expect when you walk through the doors of Termini, you can check out the video below.

F.A.Q.

 

What to Know About the Termini Railway Station

 

Where is the Termini Station in Rome?

The Termini rail station is located in the heart of the Eternal City, within walking distance from the Palazzo Massimo alle Terme, Basilica del Sacro Cuore di Gesu, and the Baths of Diocletian.

How to get to the Termini station?

The Termini train station is located on the Piazza dei Cinquecento, the main hub of public transport in the city. Unsurprisingly, taking a bus is one of the most popular ways of traveling to the station. You can get there by taking buses number 64, 649, 85 or 90. Also, you can reach the station by an FCO bus, departing from the Fiumicino Airport, the major international one in Rome. Another way to get to the station is via the metro. The underground Termini metro station is located under the eponymous rail terminal and is served by lines A (orange) and B (blue).

What to find on the Termini rail station?

The Termini station offers everything you might expect from a modern train station. Inside you can find several comfortable waiting rooms, currency exchange points and ATMs, restrooms, ticket offices and machines, as well as several large boards where you can see the Termini station departures within the next 20 minutes. Plus, there are dozens of cafes, bars, and various shops on the premises at your service. A useful thing to know is that the station has 3 exits: the main entrance, Via Marsala, and Via Giolitti. On the station, their names are often used in order to specify the location of one or another facility at Termini.

How many platforms are there on the Termini train station?

There are over 30 platforms at the station. As mentioned above, Termini is one of the busiest railway stations in Europe with over 800 trains departing from and arriving at the train station every day.

Is there luggage storage at Termini?

There is a luggage service at Termini where you can leave your bags in exchange for a small fee. The service is located on the platform floor and works from 6 am to 11 pm on a daily basis. Apart from the bag storage at Termini, the luggage storages with different price ranges and working hours are also available in the area around it.

What to do if you forgot your baggage at the station?

One of the problems you can encounter during your travel is left luggage, Termini boasts a Lost & Found service that can help you resolve this issue. If your property was lost or stolen at the station, please contact the Railway Police first and then go to the information desk for further instructions.

Is there free Wi-Fi on the Termini train station?

Yes, there is complimentary Wi-Fi available at the station.

Can you park at the Termini train station?

Yes, you can. There are 3 parking lots near the station where you can leave your car for a small fee. Keep in mind that the biggest lot is accessible via the Piazza dei Cinquecento.

Can I rent a car at the Termini railway station?

Yes, it's possible to rent a car at Termini. There are branches of 10 different rental companies at your service, including AVIS, Europcar, Hertz, and Sixt.

Does the Termini train station have first-class lounge facilities?

Yes, there is the ItaliaPass Lounge at the station, offering VIP treatment for travelers, including complimentary coffee and snacks, Wi-fi, and personalized travel assistance. The access to the lounge is free for the members of ItaliPass, non-members have to pay a fee of about 20 USD per visit.

Can I catch a direct train from the Termini train station to the airport?

Yes, you can take a direct Leonardo Express train from the Termini station to the airport of Fiumicino. The trains to the airport run every half an hour. The first train departs from the station at 5.35 a.m., the last train for the day takes off at 10.35 p.m.

 

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