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Via Lorenzo Maitani, 05018 Orvieto, Italy (April 2018)

Tourist & Transport Information for Orvieto

Our website Italy in Photos aims to showcase the beauty and diversity of Italy for our visitors, who are seeking the best experiences in the country. To help you plan your trip, we have added the Tourist & Transport Information section, where you can find useful details about your chosen destination. We have also curated a selection of tourist websites and blogs, so that you can complement the photos on our site with the insights and tips from these sources. We hope that our website will inspire you to make an informed choice and enjoy your visit to Italy.

The Transport section provides comprehensive information about the Nearest International Airports to each destination featured on the website. For added convenience, it also outlines a variety of travel options available from these airports to your chosen destination. These include public transport options such as buses and trains, ensuring cost-effective and eco-friendly travel. We have added a dtails of the Transport Hubs in the Umbria Region for those that wish to travel futher away. Whether you’re planning a quick weekend getaway or an extended trip, the Transport section is designed to simplify your travel planning and ensure a seamless journey from the airport to your destination.

Below, you will find links to Trenitalia, the primary train operator in Italy, providing extensive rail connections across the country. Additionally, we’ve included links to Fleibus Bus Services, where available, to help you navigate regional transportation with ease.

For travellers exploring Italy’s picturesque lakes, you’ll also find links to Ferry Companies Operating on the Lakes, offering a scenic and relaxing way to travel.

If you’re visiting Venice, renowned for its unique waterways, we have included Timetables for the Water Taxis to ensure you can seamlessly plan your journeys across the city’s canals. These resources are designed to make your travel planning simple and efficient, providing you with all the necessary tools to explore Italy’s diverse destinations

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Tansport Information

The three closest international airports to Orvieto

The three closest international airports to Orvieto are:

1. Perugia San Francesco d’Assisi: Approximately 53 km away.

2. Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO): Approximately 102 km away.

3. Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA): Approximately 109 km away

These airports are the most convenient options for international travel to and from Orvieto.

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The best way to travel from Perugia San Francesco d’Assisi to Orvieto

There are several modes of transport to travel from Perugia San Francesco d’Assisi International Airport (PEG) to Orvieto:

1. Taxi

2. Private Transfer

3. Car Rental

4. Train
Take a train from Fiumicino Aeroporto station to Roma Termini, then transfer to a train from Roma Termini to Napoli Centrale. The total journey takes around 1 hour and 47 minutes.

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The best way to travel from Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Orvieto

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The best way to travel from Rome Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) to Orvieto

It is advisable to check the latest schedules for these transportation methods as they could be subject to change.

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Transport Hubs in Umbria

Here is an overview of the major transport hubs in Umbria, a landlocked region in central Italy known for its hill towns and natural beauty. While it lacks sea ports, Umbria is well-connected by air, rail, and bus networks.

Airports in Umbria
Perugia San Francesco d’Assisi Airport (PEG)
Location: about 12 km from Perugia, near Sant’Egidio
Type: Regional international airport
Airlines & Destinations:
Ryanair:
Destination: London Stansted – Brussels Charleroi – Vienna – Malta – Tirana
Wizz Air:
Destination: Bucharest – Tirana
Major Train Stations in Umbria – Train service in Umbria is operated primarily by Trenitalia and Trenitalia Tper, covering both Intercity and regional routes.
Perugia Train Station (Perugia Fontivegge)
Location: West of City Centre
Lines: Terontola–Foligno line
Services:
Regional trains to Florence – Rome, – Assisi – Terni
Intercity to Milan – Rome – Naples (via connections)
Connections: Buses and Minimetrò to Perugia old town
Foligno Train Station
Location: Central Umbria
Importance: Major junction station
Lines:
Rome – Ancona line
Foligno – Terontola line
Services:
Intercity and regional trains to Rome – Ancona – Perugia
Frequent service to Assisi and Spoleto
Terni Train Station
Location: Southern Umbria
Lines:
Rome – Ancona mainline
Terni – Sulmona – L’Aquila line
Services: Regional and Intercity trains; connection point for southern Umbria
Connections: To Marmore Falls and Narni
Spoleto Train Station
Line: Rome – Ancona
Services: Regional trains to Rome – Foligno – Terni
Assisi (Santa Maria degli Angeli)
Location: about 5 km from Assisi town
Lines: Foligno – Terontola line
Major Bus Terminals & Networks
Bus services in Umbria are provided by:
Busitalia Sita Nord (regional routes)
FS Busitalia (urban and extra-urban)
Sulga (airport shuttles and long-distance)
FlixBus and MarinoBus (intercity)
Perugia Bus Terminal (Piazza Partigiani)
Location: Below the historic centre, connected by escalators
Services:
Regional buses to Assisi – Gubbio – Todi -Orvieto
Sulga shuttles to Florence – Rome Airports
FlixBus to Rome – Florence – Milan -Bologna
Terni Bus Terminal
Location: Near train station
Routes: To Narni – Amelia – Orvieto – Spoleto – Marmore Falls
Foligno Bus Station
Location: Adjacent to the train station
Routes: To Spello – Montefalco – Bevagna – Perugia
Assisi Bus Stops
Multiple stops in Santa Maria degli Angeli and Assisi old town
Linked to train station and Perugia
Ferries in Umbria
Although Umbria is landlocked, it does have lake ferry services:
Lake Trasimeno Ferries (Navigazione Lago Trasimeno)
Location: Lake Trasimeno (Western Umbria)
Main Ports: Passignano sul Trasimeno – Tuoro sul Trasimeno – Castiglione del Lago – San Feliciano
Destinations: Isola Maggiore (main island) – Isola Polvese (seasonal service)
Service: Regular and seasonal ferry connections for tourists and locals