Rome has three Metro lines: orange Line A, blue Line B/B1 and green Line C. Line B is the oldest and opened in 1955, Line A entered service in 1980 and Line C in 2014. ATAC now lists roughly 59 kilometres of network and 75 stations.
For a capital of this size and popularity, I still find the network rather limited, particularly when compared with London or Paris. Rome, however, faces a difficulty few cities share: every excavation may reveal archaeology. This has delayed many projects, but it has also turned some Line C stations into places where the contemporary journey meets the ancient city.
Line A runs between Battistini and Anagnina; Line B between Laurentina and Rebibbia, with B1 branching to Jonio; Line C connects Monte Compatri–Pantano with Colosseo–Fori Imperiali.
Rome Metro map
ATAC’s map combines the Metro, metropolitan railways and the main interchange points. Save it on your phone before travelling: underground reception can be inconsistent, and an offline PDF is often quicker than waiting for a route planner to reload.
Rome Metro lines
Line A: Battistini to Anagnina
Line A crosses the centre from north-west to south-east. It is the line many visitors use most: Ottaviano serves the Vatican, Flaminio Piazza del Popolo, Spagna the Spanish Steps, Barberini the Trevi Fountain area and Termini the main railway station. Change for Line C at San Giovanni and for B/B1 at Termini.
Battistini, Cornelia, Baldo degli Ubaldi, Valle Aurelia, Cipro, Ottaviano, Lepanto, Flaminio, Spagna, Barberini, Repubblica, Termini, Vittorio Emanuele, Manzoni, San Giovanni, Re di Roma, Ponte Lungo, Furio Camillo, Colli Albani, Arco di Travertino, Porta Furba Quadraro, Numidio Quadrato, Lucio Sestio, Giulio Agricola, Subaugusta, Cinecittà and Anagnina.
Line B and the B1 branch
Line B links EUR with central and north-eastern Rome. From Laurentina it reaches Bologna via EUR, Basilica San Paolo, Piramide, Circo Massimo, Colosseo, Cavour, Termini, Castro Pretorio and Policlinico. At Bologna it divides: B trains continue to Rebibbia, while B1 trains serve Jonio. Check the destination display before boarding.
Common section: Laurentina, EUR Fermi, EUR Palasport, EUR Magliana, Marconi, Basilica San Paolo, Garbatella, Piramide, Circo Massimo, Colosseo, Cavour, Termini, Castro Pretorio, Policlinico and Bologna. B branch to Rebibbia: Tiburtina, Quintiliani, Monti Tiburtini, Pietralata, Santa Maria del Soccorso, Ponte Mammolo and Rebibbia. B1 branch to Jonio: Sant’Agnese/Annibaliano, Libia, Conca d’Oro and Jonio.
Line C: Colosseo–Fori Imperiali to Pantano
Line C is fully automated and driverless. It links central Rome with the eastern districts and connects with Line A at San Giovanni and Line B at Colosseo–Fori Imperiali. Porta Metronia and Colosseo–Fori Imperiali have brought the line into the historic centre; finds from the excavations are integrated into the new station spaces.
Colosseo–Fori Imperiali, Porta Metronia, San Giovanni, Lodi, Pigneto, Malatesta, Teano, Gardenie, Mirti, Parco di Centocelle, Alessandrino, Torre Spaccata, Torre Maura, Giardinetti, Torrenova, Torre Angela, Torre Gaia, Grotte Celoni, Due Leoni–Fontana Candida, Borghesiana, Bolognetta, Finocchio, Graniti and Monte Compatri–Pantano.
How to check the map and routes on your phone
The safest combination is an offline map plus live information. The ATAC Roma app helps plan journeys and check service information; Google Maps is useful for choosing the station entrance or exit closest to your destination.
- save the official PDF on your phone;
- check the destination, particularly on B/B1;
- use GPS to find the nearest station while walking;
- check ATAC live notices before setting out.
Rome Metro opening and closing times
Lines A, B/B1 and C normally begin service at 5:30 am. Last departures from the termini are normally at 11:30 pm from Sunday to Thursday and 1:30 am on Friday and Saturday.
| Days | First departure from termini | Last departure from termini |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday–Thursday | 5:30 am | 11:30 pm |
| Friday and Saturday | 5:30 am | 1:30 am |
Night routes nMA, nMB, nMB1 and nMC follow the corridors served by Lines A, B, B1 and C. Check ATAC’s night map and notices for the current stops and frequency.
Works, maintenance, strikes and events may change opening and closing times. Use the ATAC journey planner to distinguish the terminus time from the departure at your own station.
Rome Metro tickets and fares
The standard ticket is the €1.50 BIT, valid for 100 minutes from first validation. On the Metro it covers one journey, including changes between lines without leaving the barriers; ATAC also permits the A–C change at San Giovanni through the barriers.
| Ticket | Price | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| BIT | €1.50 | 100 minutes |
| Roma 24H | €8.50 | 24 hours |
| Roma 48H | €15 | 48 hours |
| Roma 72H | €22 | 72 hours |
| CIS | €29 | 7 days, until midnight on the seventh day |
Tickets are sold by ATAC ticket offices and machines, authorised retailers and apps, or through Tap & Go with a contactless card. Always use the same card or device: when a sixth BIT is bought within 24 hours, the €8.50 best fare applies.
Does the Metro go to Rome’s airports?
The Metro does not directly serve either airport. Fiumicino is reached by the Leonardo Express from Termini or FL1 regional trains; these have separate fare rules and the Leonardo Express is not included in ordinary Metrebus Roma tickets. ATAC bus routes 520 and 720 connect Ciampino with Lines A and B respectively.
Do children pay on the Rome Metro?
Children up to the age of 10 travel free on ATAC services within Rome when accompanied by an adult holding a valid ticket. The concession does not automatically include special airport services.
Frequently asked questions about the Rome Metro
What time does the Rome Metro open?
Lines A, B/B1 and C normally start service at 5:30 am. The first useful departure varies by station and direction, so check the ATAC journey planner before travelling.
What time does the Rome Metro close?
The last departures from the termini are normally at 11:30 pm from Sunday to Thursday and 1:30 am on Friday and Saturday. Temporary works may alter the service.
Where can I download the current Rome Metro map?
ATAC publishes a current Metro and metropolitan railway PDF in its Maps section. It can be saved on a phone for offline use.
Are there night buses when the Rome Metro is closed?
After the Metro closes, nMA, nMB, nMB1 and nMC night buses operate along the corresponding Metro corridors.
How many Rome Metro lines are there?
Rome has three lines: orange Line A, blue Line B/B1 and green Line C. ATAC lists 75 stations and about 59 kilometres of network.
How much is a Rome Metro ticket?
A BIT costs 1.50 euros and is valid for 100 minutes from first validation. On the Metro it covers one journey, including permitted changes between lines.
Does the Rome Metro go to the airports?
The Metro does not run directly to Fiumicino or Ciampino. Fiumicino is served by regional trains and the Leonardo Express; Ciampino is served by trains and buses, including routes 520 and 720.
Do children pay on the Rome Metro?
Children up to the age of 10 travel free on ATAC services within Rome when accompanied by an adult holding a valid ticket.
ATAC contacts and information
Use the ATAC website for planned routes, timetables and service notices. ATAC lists 06 57003 for information and assistance; Rome’s municipal contact centre is available on 060606.