12/07/2023

Public transportation in Rome

Whether for leisure or business, anyone travelling to Rome will discover a city on the move, where ancient streets and archaeological beauties coexist with the frenetic pace of daily mobility.

Among Limited Traffic Zones and parking meters, driving your own car is not always the most convenient and cheapest way to get around the city. In this guide, you will find a detailed overview of alternative modes of transportation so you can choose which is the best one to suit your needs.

Underground lines

Rome has 3 metro lines: Line A (Anagnina-Battistini), Line B (Laurentina-Rebibbia), and Line C (Pantano-San Giovanni), as shown on the ATAC official map. Rome's metro allows easy access to the most touristic areas of the city. For example: if you want to visit the Colosseum, you'll find the nearest stop on line C, while the Trevi Fountain is easily accessible from the Barberini stop on line A. As in all European Capitals, the metro in Rome is very crowded. In addition, the scheduling is limited. The underground lines operate from 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM (Monday-Thursday) and from 5:30 AM to 1:30 AM the next day (Friday-Saturday).

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Buses and trams

Unlike the metro lines, the bus and tram service has much more widespread coverage throughout the municipality. In addition, the service managed by the local public company ATAC is available 24/7, thanks to dedicated lines for the night. These night buses are marked with the letter N. If you choose to get around Rome by bus and tram, keep in mind that Rome is a very busy city and expect frequent delays in the planned schedule due to traffic congestion or strikes.

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Bike sharing and electric scooters

The Eternal City is also full of mobility services such as bike sharing and electric scooters. The two-wheel offer is growing rapidly in the city center. Bikes and scooters can be easily booked via apps or websites. This solution is ideal for covering short urban distances, often within the same neighbourhood. If you are traveling with relatives or friends, you may need a more spacious vehicle that can offer more safety and comfort for longer trips.

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Car-sharing

One of the most popular services to get around Rome is car-sharing, which offers tourists and residents numerous advantages. You can choose from iconic models, avoid the stress and potential delays of public transport and enjoy maximum flexibility. With SHARE NOW, for example, you can choose whether to rent a car by the minute, by the hour, or by the day with fueling/charging, parking, and insurance included. And you are not limited to urban routes! If you like to plan ahead, you can pre-book a car for up to 30 days and explore the surroundings of Rome with full flexibility. At the end of your rental, simply return to the Home Area and park on any public street.

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The Rome fleet

What cars can I find in Rome?

Choose from hundreds of iconic and premium cars free-floating all around the city. From boardroom to bar, there's a car for every occasion. Whether you need a car for a few minutes, hours, or days, simply choose the best rate for you in the app before each trip.

Peugeot 208

The power of seduction.
from
0,19 €/minute¹
11,99 €/hour²
19,98 €/day²
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Citroën C3

Feels like home.
from
0,26 €/minute¹
11,99 €/hour²
29,98 €/day²
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Fiat 500X

Dare to be wild.
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0,29 €/minute¹
13,99 €/hour²
34,98 €/day²
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The minute rate includes 200 km of mileage. A long distance rate of 0,39 € per kilometer will apply for each additional kilometer after the included mileage. Hourly and daily rates do not include mileage and each kilometre driven will be charged between 0,27 € and 0,29 € (depending on car model category). The daily price displayed is for a 30-day rental.

All SHARE NOW cars are covered by third-party liability insurance and your deductible is always automatically reduced to a specific amount in case of an accident. This agreement is waived, however, in cases of gross negligence. To learn more, please check out our terms and conditions.