Scenic Night train · ÖBB Nightjet

Vienna to Rome night train

Everything you need to plan the Vienna–Rome sleeper: operators, cabins, times, prices and rail-pass rules.

Duration
14h 00m
Frequency
Daily
Departure
20:05
Arrival
09:50
Distance
1300 km
night
1 night onboard

We link to the operator — we never mark up the fare.

Cabins & typical prices

Seat From €35
Couchette From €55
Sleeper Cabin From €80
Private Cabin From €130

Carrying on from Rome by day

High-speed trains out of Rome, tickets from €14.90:

  • Florence1h 30min
  • Naples1h
  • Milan3h
Timetables and fares

Booked on Italo.

Arriving in Rome: top-rated tours

Booked on Civitatis.

Why take this train

  • Crosses the Alps overnight via Florence and Bologna
  • New-generation Nightjet with ensuite Comfort Plus cabins
  • Runs daily year-round
  • Arrives in central Rome by mid-morning
  • One of Nightjet's flagship long-haul routes

Rail passes & reservations

EurailPartial
InterrailPartial
Reservation requiredYes

Reservation and cabin supplement compulsory even with a rail pass; private cabins have limited pass allocation.

Before you use train or station Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi on a train or in a station is a network shared with other passengers. A VPN encrypts the connection between your device and the VPN server, one extra layer when you check email or log in to accounts on the road. NordVPN is one option.

See NordVPN

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Vienna to Rome night train take?

The journey takes about 14h 00m, travelling overnight so you arrive the next morning.

How much does the Vienna–Rome sleeper cost?

Fares start from around €35 and rise with demand and cabin type. Booking early gets the lowest prices.

Is the Vienna to Rome train covered by Eurail or Interrail?

Partly — pass holders travel but pay a compulsory reservation and cabin supplement.

What cabin types are available?

You can choose between seat, couchette, sleeper cabin and private cabin. A berth reservation is required.