I'm travelling to Rome in August this year. I've watched probably 8--10 of these how to get to Rome from the airport videos. This one, for me, is by far the best. I have reduced mobility (I use a walker). No other video either shows or mentions the lifts. I travel alone, using the seat of my walker to carry a small suitcase. There is no way I could use escalators. I've saved this video and intend to watch it several times just to familiarise myself with the airport/train station layout.
Thank you for the wonderful feedback. When we started uploading videos 5 months ago, our mission was to provide information that would help travellers navigate the world with confidence. We are glad that we have helped you in your travels. A lot of airports now have improved infrastructure for persons with reduced mobility including the FCO airport. www.adr.it/web/aeroporti-di-roma-en/pax-fco-reduced-mobility. Request your airline to book assistance for you once you arrive at the airport if you feel this would help. These services are usually free. We wish you a great trip to Rome in August! ❤
No we did not have to validate before using the ticket. Once we scanned the QR code as seen in the video and the gates open, it is as good as validated.
Excellent information, I might add for your viewers that Rome has a set price for taxes. Going to the city center €50. So all the work that you do walking to the train. Buying the train ticket and making sure pickpockets don't bother. Some punk try to steal a bag. You're saving €22. And you still have to get to your hotel room. So if you can afford it, You're possibly jet lagged, A little disoriented from a long international flight, Just a little bit more money will get you a taxi ride straight to your hotel room.
Once you scan the QR code and the gates open, there is no need to validate again your ticket on the platform. Once on the train, there are ticket inspectors who will ask for your ticket so you need to have them ready.
@@dianefrancis6746 If that is the case, our suggestions are to email your hotel to pick you up, or if you are doing a tour around Rome or Europe, ask the tour company to help you and provide you with options. There are also taxis outside of the airport but make sure that these are the official ones with the fixed rate and parked at the official taxi stand. Fixed rate only applies for location “inside the Aurelian Walls”. Here’s information from the airport website www.adr.it/web/aeroporti-di-roma-en/pax-fco-taxi . Additionally, contact your airline to help you in booking resources and equipment required for assistance at the FCO airport if you have limited mobility. Hope this helps and we wish you both a beautiful and memorable trip. Sending you positive travel vibes. Mick and Aileen
Yes you can get in the next train without purchasing another ticket. This is what happened to us. The train we were suppose to be on was so full there was no space for our big bags. The conductor directed us to hop on the next train which was already parked at the next platform. We were able to stow our luggage in the racks and had the seats near it. If you purchased the ticket from the self service kiosk, at the bottom of the ticket it says "VALID 1H 30M FROM VALIDATION". So although you can hop on to the succeeding trains, there is a validity period for it. So please be mindful of that.
Thank you for posting this very informative video. I was stressing about whether I needed to get a ticket from FCO to Termini ahead of time. But I see that I do not have to do that. I can just buy, with ease, upon my arrival. Once again, Thanks 🫡
I'm travelling to Rome in August this year. I've watched probably 8--10 of these how to get to Rome from the airport videos. This one, for me, is by far the best. I have reduced mobility (I use a walker). No other video either shows or mentions the lifts. I travel alone, using the seat of my walker to carry a small suitcase. There is no way I could use escalators. I've saved this video and intend to watch it several times just to familiarise myself with the airport/train station layout.
Thank you for the wonderful feedback. When we started uploading videos 5 months ago, our mission was to provide information that would help travellers navigate the world with confidence. We are glad that we have helped you in your travels. A lot of airports now have improved infrastructure for persons with reduced mobility including the FCO airport. www.adr.it/web/aeroporti-di-roma-en/pax-fco-reduced-mobility. Request your airline to book assistance for you once you arrive at the airport if you feel this would help. These services are usually free. We wish you a great trip to Rome in August! ❤
Thanks for the informative video. I was planning on buying ticket online, but changed my mind now when I saw how easy it is to buy from the machines.
Glad it was helpful. Enjoy your trip! Mick and Aileen
Do u have to validate the ticket before using it?
No we did not have to validate before using the ticket. Once we scanned the QR code as seen in the video and the gates open, it is as good as validated.
Thanks for your video! I will be in Rome in about three weeks. Cannot wait for my long vacation\holiday! : )
That's fantastic! Enjoy your holiday❣
Excellent information, I might add for your viewers that Rome has a set price for taxes.
Going to the city center €50. So all the work that you do walking to the train. Buying the train ticket and making sure pickpockets don't bother. Some punk try to steal a bag. You're saving €22. And you still have to get to your hotel room. So if you can afford it, You're possibly jet lagged, A little disoriented from a long international flight, Just a little bit more money will get you a taxi ride straight to your hotel room.
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This is an excellent video that explains everything step by step. Thank you!!!
You are welcome! We are glad that you found the video excellent. Thank you for your positive feedback! 😊
Thanks for that
Thank you for the video. Did you validate your ticket again on the platform?
Once you scan the QR code and the gates open, there is no need to validate again your ticket on the platform. Once on the train, there are ticket inspectors who will ask for your ticket so you need to have them ready.
Are there people to help put luggage on ?
We did not see any porters in the station so expect to carry your luggage on board and stow them properly which is a good incentive to travel light.
@@thequestfortravel my husband has Parkinsons and I have arthritis so it will not be fun. Probably our last big trip.
@@dianefrancis6746 If that is the case, our suggestions are to email your hotel to pick you up, or if you are doing a tour around Rome or Europe, ask the tour company to help you and provide you with options. There are also taxis outside of the airport but make sure that these are the official ones with the fixed rate and parked at the official taxi stand. Fixed rate only applies for location “inside the Aurelian Walls”. Here’s information from the airport website www.adr.it/web/aeroporti-di-roma-en/pax-fco-taxi . Additionally, contact your airline to help you in booking resources and equipment required for assistance at the FCO airport if you have limited mobility. Hope this helps and we wish you both a beautiful and memorable trip. Sending you positive travel vibes. Mick and Aileen
Do you know if I miss the train for the timeframe I pushed it for can I just get the next train without purchasing another ticket?
Yes you can get in the next train without purchasing another ticket. This is what happened to us. The train we were suppose to be on was so full there was no space for our big bags. The conductor directed us to hop on the next train which was already parked at the next platform. We were able to stow our luggage in the racks and had the seats near it. If you purchased the ticket from the self service kiosk, at the bottom of the ticket it says "VALID 1H 30M FROM VALIDATION". So although you can hop on to the succeeding trains, there is a validity period for it. So please be mindful of that.
@@thequestfortravel Thanks for the quick response!!
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Thank you for posting this very informative video. I was stressing about whether I needed to get a ticket from FCO to Termini ahead of time. But I see that I do not have to do that. I can just buy, with ease, upon my arrival. Once again, Thanks 🫡
You are most welcome. Enjoy your stress free travel to Rome. 🙂
Need to validate it first before scanning?
No need to validate. See reply in your other comment. Thanks.