Forrest Bump

The €48 taxi ride associated with the peace of mind of a fixed fare is not that bad. Actually one of the least expensive in Europe from main hubs to city centers.

Regarding the option #1, note that from the arrival level at FCO to the train station you'll be having a 10 min walk. Plus 5 min from the Termini platform of Leonardo Express to taxi ranks.
This option costs €14 and takes 32 min.
Overall I figure it can cost at worst €30, depending on traffic.

I think the decision is a matter of personal choice.
Whatever, enjoy your stay!

bdemaria

Given this information (esp. re: cost) then I'd just take a cab.

rove312

I would go with http://www.romeshuttlelimousine.com/ . Driver with a sign with your name meets you, nice car, €45 fare confirmed by email. Doesn't require a credit card guarantee.

PWMTrav

I hope he comes back and tells us that was round trip. Something tells me he got screwed, though. That was absolutely someone playing on the insecurities of a tourist, selling them the peace of mind of a pre-booked trip. I suppose there's a premium for that, but it's not a 120% premium.

dillard8

With walking, train waits, hassle, etc. compounded by jet lag, it sounds like it may be worth the extra 20 Euros or so to just take a shuttle/limo service. Thanks!

PWMTrav

I'd do the cab, but I always say that. But I don't really like transferring trains with luggage, nor do I look forward to a long walk with luggage after an overnight flight.

Reindeerflame

I typically try to select my hotels so that they will be convenient to public transportation, if possible within easy walking distance of the main train station. My preferred hotel in Rome meets these conditions; about a 10 minute walk and in a good area.

With a morning arrival, there is little to be gained from a quick trip to the hotel...chances are you won't be able to lie down, anyway....so some activity via train and metro is probably a good thing.

Perche

In Rome, and in most large Italian cities in general, the area near the main train station is usually run down and shady, and not a very desirable place to stay. In terms of lying down, I know it doesn't work for everyone, but for me it is not a good idea to lie down and nap on arrival. For me it is better to get adapted to the local time zone right away, go out and walk, and catch as much sunlight as possible.

Amarone

I'm just back from Rome. I got a taxi from FCO to Termini as my flight arrived around midnight. It was indeed a fixed fare of 48 Euros. The driver didn't expect a tip but I rounded it up to 50 Euros. There was little traffic at that time of night so the trip didn't take long.

I got the Leonardo Express back to FCO. The Express cost 14 Euros and seemed quite slow but it avoided any issues with traffic.


In view of the location of your hotel I'd second the suggestion to get a taxi (make sure it is one of the white metered cabs) straight from FCO to your hotel.


Given your arrival time the taxi may take a little longer than the Express and taxi combo due to traffic but IMO it will make for an easier arrival.

I was advised against Limo transfers on the basis that they might not hang around long if my flight was delayed. I've no idea if that is indeed an issue or not but I'd use the white metered taxi again without hesitation.

Have a great trip!

lost*in*cyberspace

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Fast and easy. Go to the official taxi line and get a white cab. You're spending far too much time worrying about this!

dillard8

I'm not spending any time "worrying" about this. I asked a question, got some helpful responses, and as a result booked a shuttle with romeshuttlelimousine.com two days ago.

Mountain Trader

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ksucats

What are the options and approximate time and cost for us to get from FCO to Relais Trevi 41? There will be 4 of us. Each of us will carry a suitcase and small backpack type of a bag. We land on a Saturday in March at about 8 pm.

rabtech

Going to Rome myself in March. There is a train from FCO to the main station in Rome (Termini station). Since there are 8 others traveling with me, I checked with the concierge at our hotel and they booked a direct transport for us straight to the hotel in central Rome. Cost was 110 euro.

KLouis

With a decent-size taxi all four can get into one that will bring you to your hotel for 48 Euro (flat rate) or 96 if you have to take two cabs. Leonardo express is cheaper on a per person basis (14 Euro IIRC), but then you'll have to get into a cab from Termini (i.e. plus 5-10 Euro). Even cheaper (* Euro), "normal train" to Ostiense and a cab. In the last two cases you could substitute that cab by the Metro (1.5 Euro/person). Time needed more that 1 hour for the two train alternatives (including waiting time, etc.) and 30-60 min. for the cab, depending on the traffic (if id doesn't rain, it shouldn't be heavy at around 9 pm (you'll have to wait about 20-30 min. for you luggage). I would go for the taxi...

PS There is also a bus to Termini (at least I always see the big posters about that in the arrival hall), but I don't have the slightest idea for how much this costs.

PS2 There are also these black cars (usually Mercedes or BMW) that you can pre-order for slightly less than the price of the taxi, and which would fit all four of you. Unfortunately I've lost the phone numbers I used to have.