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Leave at 08:30 and travel via Munich and Bologna,: 24h12 with 2 changes, which is usually easy to make.
Sleep on the way
From Munich take the NJ 295 at 19:59 and arrive at 08:42. It saves a hotel night and you arrive rested.
Make a stopover in Milan
The journey takes at least 18h14. Spend a night in Milan and you'll be on the train for about six hours a day, with a bonus city.
How punctual is this route?
This train is reliable: a normal connection time is fine.
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Train or plane?
Estimate| Train | Plane | |
|---|---|---|
| Door to door | ± 18h39 | ± 4h58 |
| CO₂ per person | ± 58 kg | ± 177 kg |
| Luggage | Suitcase included | Often extra |
| Arrival | City centre | Airport |
How we calculated this
- Train: fastest connection (18h14) plus 25 minutes to and from the station.
- Plane: about 1h48 in the air, plus 40 minutes taxiing and 2.5 hours for getting to the airport, check-in and security.
- CO₂ train: 1650 km by rail × 0.035 kg/km. CO₂ plane: 1401 km × 0.126 kg/km, including high-altitude effects.
- Source: UK Government GHG Conversion Factors 2025 (DESNZ).
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the train from Amsterdam to Rome?
The fastest train from Amsterdam to Rome takes 18h14. Most journeys have 2 changes.
Is there a direct train from Amsterdam to Rome?
No, you change trains at least 2 times, usually in Basel or Milan.
Is there a night train from Amsterdam to Rome?
Yes. You travel overnight and arrive rested in the morning.
Where can I book a train ticket to Rome?
You can compare prices at Omio. Booking early is usually cheaper, especially for ICE trains and night trains.
How punctual is the train to Rome?
The ICE 225 arrived on time in München Hbf on 95% of trips, with an average delay of 0 minutes (July 2026, August 2026, September 2026).
