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There are 5 ways to get from Rome to San Gimignano by train, bus, car or plane

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Train

  1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Firenze S.M.N.
  2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Poggibonsi-S.Gimign.

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Bus via Siena-Via Tozzi

  1. Take the bus from Roma - Autostazione Tiburtina to Siena - p.zza Rosselli

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Bus

  1. Take the bus from Rome Tiburtina Bus station to Poggibonsi

Drive

  1. Drive from Rome to San Gimignano

Fly, train, line 130 bus

  1. Fly from Rome (FCO) to Florence (FLR)
  2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Poggibonsi-S.Gimign.
  3. Take the line 130 bus from Poggibonsi Fs [2] to Porta San Giovanni

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The cheapest way to get from Rome to San Gimignano is to bus via Siena-Via Tozzi which costs €17 - €26 and takes 6h 22m.

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The fastest way to get from Rome to San Gimignano is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs €45 - €70.

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No, there is no direct bus from Rome station to San Gimignano. However, there are services departing from Rome Tiburtina Bus station and arriving at Porta San Giovanni via Poggibonsi Fs [2]. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

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The distance between Rome and San Gimignano is 211 km. The road distance is 269.8 km.

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The best way to get from Rome to San Gimignano without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs €24 - €220.

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It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Rome to San Gimignano, including transfers.

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Rome to San Gimignano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rome Tiburtina Bus station.

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The best way to get from Rome to San Gimignano is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs €24 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 42m.

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The quickest flight from Rome Airport to Florence Airport is the direct flight which takes 55 min.

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Rome to San Gimignano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Poggibonsi station.

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Map of how to get from Rome to San Gimignano.
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  • Distance: 211 km
  • Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Rome, Italy and San Gimignano, Italy?

You can take a train from Rome to San Gimignano via Firenze S.M.N., Poggibonsi-S.Gimign., and Poggibonsi Fs [2] in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rome Tiburtina Bus station to Poggibonsi 3 times a day. Tickets cost €21 - €30 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

Airlines
Alitalia
Website
alitalia.com
Flights from Rome to Florence
Ave. Duration
55 min
When
Every day
Estimated price
€60 - €250
Train operators
Trenitalia Frecce
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from Roma Termini to Firenze S.M.N.
Ave. Duration
1h 36m
Frequency
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price
€21 - €75
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
Super Economy
€21 - €29
Base Standard
€40 - €55
Base Premium
€50 - €75
ItaloTreno
Phone
+39 06 8937 1892
Website
italotreno.it
Train from Roma Termini to Firenze Santa Maria Novella
Ave. Duration
1h 32m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€18 - €60
Website
https://www.italotreno.it/en
Smart Economy
€21 - €29
Smart Low Cost
€18 - €24
Smart Flex
€40 - €60
Trenitalia
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from Roma Termini to Firenze S.M.N.
Ave. Duration
3h 58m
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Estimated price
€20 - €35
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
1st Class
€32 - €35
Train from Firenze S.M.N. to Poggibonsi-S.Gimign.
Ave. Duration
1h 4m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€5 - €11
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
1st Class
€9 - €11
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on Trenitalia?
Yes - Wi-Fi is available on both Frecciarossa and Frecciargento services, and may be accessed free of charge. Services require either a mobile phone number or credit card for verification purposes and allow access for 24 hours.
Are there power outlets on Trenitalia?
Yes - Frecce services include a power socket for each seat.
Does Trenitalia offer meals or snacks?
Yes - Frecciarossa and Frecciargento services often offer bar and restaurant options, though this depends on the individual route and train type. Business, Premium and First Class tickets include a complimentary drink and snack. Some services may offer restaurant, FRECCIABistro or pre-booked, in-seat meal options. Please check your service as options vary.
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Trenitalia Intercity
Nightjet
Phone
+43 51717
Website
nightjet.com
Train from Roma Termini to Firenze S.M.N.
Ave. Duration
1h 54m
Frequency
Twice a week
Estimated price
€30 - €200
Website
https://www.nightjet.com/en/#/home
Sleeper Carriage
€140 - €200
Couchette Carriage
€75 - €110
Seating Carriage
€30 - €45
Bus operators
FlixBus
Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
Phone
+49 30 300 137 300
Email
service@flixbus.com
Website
flixbus.de
Bus from Rome Tiburtina Bus station to Poggibonsi
Ave. Duration
3h 30m
Frequency
3 times a day
Estimated price
€21 - €30
Website
https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Book at
https://shop.global.flixbus.com/
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on FlixBus?
Yes - FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi
Are there power outlets on FlixBus?
Yes
Does FlixBus offer meals or snacks?
Yes - snacks and drinks may be purchased from the driver. Please note, this is not available on all services.
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Tiemme Spa
Phone
+39.0565.260111
Email
segreteria@tiemmespa.it
Website
tiemmespa.it
Bus from Poggibonsi Fs [2] to Porta San Giovanni
Ave. Duration
25 min
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€2 - €3
Schedules at
tiemmespa.it

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Yes, the driving distance between Rome to San Gimignano is 270 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Rome to San Gimignano.

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Alitalia offers flights from Rome Airport to Florence Airport.

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There are 2152+ hotels available in San Gimignano. Prices start at €39 per night.

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The best way to get from Rome to Rome Airport is to train which takes 32 min and costs €7 - €35.

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