Assisi

Private car transfer
from Rome to Assisi

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in 2 h 20 min
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Trip Information

Pick-up

Your driver will meet you at your address in Rome.

  • Door-to-door service
  • Help with your luggage

Trip

You’ll travel in comfort for 2 h 20 min.

  • Optional sight-seeing
  • Clean, comfortable car
  • Professional driver
  • Bottled water
  • Child seats
  • Prepared for handicapped
  • Smoke-free
  • Pet friendly

Drop-off

Your driver will drop you off at your address in Assisi.

  • Door-to-door service
  • Help with your luggage
In total
  • 174 km
  • 2 h 20 min

About Assisi

Situated in the hills of central Italy, Assisi is an ancient city predating even the Romans. While Roman poet Propertius was born here in the 1st century BC, it was two children born 1200 years later that made Assisi a global destination. St. Francis, who established the Franciscan religious order in the early 13th century, and St. Claire, who founded the Order of Saint Clare, made Assisi one of Italy's most popular pilgrimage sites and bestowed the city with a rich architectural and artistic heritage.

Welcome to Umbria

The Basilica of San Francesco, a UNESCO World Heritage Site can be seen from miles away. Its stunning frescoes by Giotto illustrate the life of St. Francis. Beyond its spiritual allure, Assisi gives a glimpse into the past through its well-preserved medieval streets and stone buildings; there are even vestiges of the early Roman settlement. The town prides itself on cultural preservation and its role in promoting peace and dialogue across different cultures.

From Rome to Assisi: travel tips

When planning your trip from Rome to Assisi, there’s two easy travel tips that will ensure you have a smooth experience.

Plan transportation in advance

While Italy offers robust train and bus connections between major cities like Rome to Florence, that's not the case for Assisi. Since public transportation almost always requires at least one change, taking a private car service makes the trip more flexible and more enriching, giving you complete control and the opportunity to explore lesser-known destinations along the route.

Prepare for the journey

Pack essentials like a water bottle, snacks, and a light jacket into a daypack to ensure they're always close by. Also ensure you've downloaded things like your train and bus tickets if you bought them online because the hills of Umbria don't always have the best cell reception.

How to get from Rome to Assisi

While considering how to get from Rome to Assisi, you have multiple transportation options at your fingertips – there is an airport in Assisi but it's not worth flying for such a short distance.

Rome to Assisi by train

The train is the most popular and environmentally friendly way to get from Rome to Assisi. The average train journey takes approximately 3 to 4 hours, depending on the service chosen, and costs about $20 to $40 (18 to 36 euros). However, train stations in Assisi are located outside the main town, so you'll need to arrange additional transportation to reach the historical center.

Rome to Assisi by bus

The bus is the most cost-effective way to get from Rome to Assisi, with prices ranging from $22 to $30 (20 to 28 euros). Bus travel is slower than the train taking up to 5 hours, and it leaves you at Santa Maria Degli Angeli Assisi, which will require you to find additional transportation to get to the center.

Rome to Assisi by private car with Daytrip

Aside from a single 5:35 AM bus, Daytrip’s private car service is the only direct way to get from Rome to Assisi. And we mean truly direct; your private driver will pick you up at the doorstep of your accommodation in Rome and load your luggage.

Once you're on the road, you can talk with your driver about local culture or get some travel tips and make enriching sightseeing stops at places like Marmore Waterfalls, the world's highest man-made waterfalls, which were created by the Romans over 2,000 years ago. At the end of your trip, your driver will drop you off at your accommodation in Assisi and offload your luggage, instead of you trying to find your way from some station on the outskirts of town.

Things to do when you get to Assisi

When you get to Assisi, you’ll find the city filled with rich historical and cultural attractions. Here are the best things to do in Assisi, even if you're not here for the pilgrimage.

Explore the Sanctuary of Assisi

The massive hilltop complex is the Sanctuary of Assisi. Within its sprawling halls, you'll find one of the oldest extant Gothic churches in Italy and the final resting place of St. Francis. With frescoes by Cimabue, Giotto, Simone Martini, and Pietro Lorenzetti the interior decor rivals many museums.

Step into nature

Unlike bustling tourist hubs like Florence, Assisi’s natural surroundings offer ample opportunities for outdoor activities. Hike Mount Subasio for some great photo opportunities and panoramic views of the Umbrian landscape.

To double your nature experience check out Bosco di San Francesco, a sprawling natural area managed by the Italian Environmental Fund. This wooded sanctuary spans over 130 acres and features walking paths that lead through old woodlands and past medieval ruins, culminating at a restored Benedictine monastery. The area is an excellent spot for bird-watching and meditative walks, reflecting the environmental consciousness that characterizes much of Italy.

Eat and cook like an Italian

Culinary tours provide insights into local gastronomy, including tastings of Umbrian wines and traditional dishes that are a staple of the region.

You can find a bunch of cooking workshops at Cesarine to see what is available in Assisi.

Party with the locals

Additionally, Assisi hosts several festivals throughout the year, such as the Calendimaggio, a spring festival that revives medieval and Renaissance traditions through costumes, music, and competitions. Participating in these festivities will help immerse you in the local culture and add a unique dimension to your trip.

When is the best time to visit Assisi

The best time for a trip from Rome to Assisi is in the spring, between April to June, or early fall, from September to October. The weather is warm, ranging from 60°F to 80°F (15°C to 27°C), ideal for tours and outdoor activities.

The many events and festivals throughout the year, including the St. Francis Festival in October, mean the city fills up throughout the year but it also means you get a vibrant cultural experience. Just remember to book transportation and accommodation in advance due to high demand. For a quieter visit, look for dates in late spring and early autumn that don't include festivals.

Questions & Answers about Traveling from Rome to Assisi

A private car ride with Daytrip is the only direct option, making it the fastest and most convenient way to get from Rome to Assisi. If you're on a budget, the train or bus are cheaper options, but they take longer and the station is on the outskirts of Assisi.
Absolutely, Assisi is well worth visiting—it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site after all. As the birthplace of St. Francis, the town is steeped in history, and filled with ancient churches, and monastic complexes, crowned by sublime natural surroundings that are quintessentially Italian.
While you can make a day trip to Assisi it's better to spend 2-4 days. Along with the huge Sanctuary and its amazing art, there are medieval streets, and even Roman ruins to discover. Not to mention, you need enough time to sample the local cuisine!
Yes you can comfortably make a day trip from Rome to Assisi. Daytrip’s private car service can get you to Assisi in just over 2 hours, ensuring you plenty of time to explore and fit in some stops at scenic locations along the way.
Yes, you can reach Assisi by train from Rome. Getting there typically takes around two to three hours, with a need for a short bus or taxi ride from the train station in Assisi to the town center. While convenient, the train does not offer the same flexibility as other forms of transportation like Daytrip.
While the town itself doesn’t have a dress code, knees and shoulders must be covered to enter places of worship and selected museums. This goes for both men and women. You may be refused entry if you don’t meet the dress requirements. Make sure you have lightweight, long pants and shirts and closed-toe shoes.

Visit these sights on the way

Sacro Bosco

Sacro Bosco

Created in the 16th century by a grieving widower, Sacro Bosco is unlike any garden you’ve ever seen, featuring magnificent sculptures in a tranquil setting. Little Park of Monsters 

Marmore Waterfalls

Marmore Waterfalls

The ancient Romans diverted water over a cliff 2000 years ago, and to this day, it’s still the tallest man-made waterfall in the world. The Rainbow Machine 

Spoleto Cathedral

Spoleto Cathedral

After the original church was destroyed, it came back better than ever with unique facade and dearth of medieval and renaissance artwork.  Better than the Original 

Fonti del Clitunno

Fonti del Clitunno

Considered by the Romans to be the home of a god, this idyllic park is heavenly for those looking to relax. Holy Water 

Palazzo Trinci

Palazzo Trinci

This late-Gothic palace is an amalgamation of medieval buildings connected through breathtaking artwork, as well as masonry. Cementing Family Rule 

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The Daytrip driver advantage

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  • Local knowledge about the route from Rome to Assisi
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  • English speaking*

    All Daytrip drivers speak English* as well as their native language (and sometimes additional languages too!). They'll be happy to discuss local history and culture with you, as well as answer any questions you may have. And because they speak the language, they're able to provide you with a unique opportunity to connect with local culture. *Drivers for Lite service aren't required to speak English but must meet all other standards.

  • Safety first!

    We screen all our drivers for criminal and traffic records, and personally interview each one. We also inspect their cars for safety, comfort, and reliability. All cars must be less than ten years old, in excellent operating condition, and insured as required by local law. And because our drivers are locals, they're familiar with the rules and customs of the road.

World-class customer support

  • Available 24/7
  • Close relationship with drivers
  • Experts on the route from Rome to Assisi

Flexible cancellation policy

  • Cancellations: 100% refund up to 24 hours before the trip!
  • Changes: Free up to 24 hours before the trip!

Good to know

Children

If you’re traveling with children, make sure to let us know in the booking so we can get the appropriate child seats ready!

Pets

Pets are allowed (and loved)! We just need to know beforehand. You can tell us about them in the next phase of the booking.

Tips

Gratuity isn’t included or required, but if you really enjoyed your trip, you can show your driver your appreciation with an optional tip (10% is sufficient).

Luggage

  • Big luggage
  • 29x21x11 inches
  • 74x53x28 cm
  • Small luggage
  • 22x14x9 inches
  • 56x36x23 cm

Each passenger is allowed to have one checked bag and one carry on. If you’re traveling with more bags or oversized luggage, you can adjust this while booking.

Payment methods

Pay by credit card online, or in cash directly to your driver!

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