Civitavecchia Port (also known as the "Port of Rome" in international travel guides) is the main cruise port in Lazio and one of the busiest in the Mediterranean. It lies approximately 70 km from Rome and 60 km from Fiumicino Airport.
The main cruise terminals are Largo della Pace and the Terminal Varco Fortezza: both are inside the controlled-access port. This is where the difference between an authorised NCC service and a taxi or Uber waiting in the external car park becomes critical.
Important: taxis do not have direct access to the quays. Uber is often absent or has limited operations in the port area. This is one of the main reasons why cruise passengers choose a pre-booked private driver service.
Private NCC Transfer (Recommended)
The most convenient option: advance booking, fixed price, driver waiting at the terminal.
- Cost: €160 per vehicle (up to 4 passengers in a saloon, up to 7 in a van)
- Duration: ~75 minutes
- Included: meet & greet, luggage assistance, Rome ZTL access, 60 min free waiting for delayed ships
Taxi
Available outside the port, but with some important limitations:
- Cost: variable, generally €120–€160 depending on the destination
- Important: taxis cannot access the terminals — you must meet them at the outer port gate
- Risk: in peak season availability is limited and waiting times can be lengthy
Train (FR3)
There is a train service from Civitavecchia station towards Rome (FL5 line):
- Cost: approximately €5 per person
- Duration: 60–90 minutes to Roma Termini or Ostiense
- Frequency: every 30–60 minutes
- Pros: inexpensive
- Cons: the station is ~15 minutes on foot from the port, luggage is a problem, no door-to-door service
- Cost: fixed €160 per vehicle
- Duration: ~55–70 minutes
- Route: A12 motorway (Rome–Civitavecchia) direct to Fiumicino
- Tip: book at least 48 hours in advance and provide your flight number for monitoring
This option is highly popular because it avoids Rome's traffic and optimises timing for passengers with morning flights after disembarkation.
Rome (the most popular choice)
With 4–8 hours available it is possible to visit the main sights:
- Full day (8h): Colosseum, Roman Forum, Vatican, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona — from €250
- Half day (4h): Vatican + Castel Sant'Angelo, or Colosseum + Roman Forum — from €150
- The driver guarantees your return to port before the ship departs
Florence (~2.5 hours' drive)
Suitable for port calls of at least 10–12 hours. Visit the Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo. Price on request.
Naples and Pompeii (~2.5 hours)
Perfect for history lovers. Visit the Pompeii excavations and the Bay of Naples. Price on request.
Tivoli and Hadrian's Villa (~45 minutes)
A less crowded but beautiful alternative: the fountains of Villa d'Este and the ruins of Villa Adriana. Ideal for a half day — from €180.
The key advantage of the NCC service is direct terminal access: your driver meets you at the luggage exit, not at the outer gate. This is essential when you step off a ship with heavy bags.
Peak season: from May to October the port is very busy. Book your transfer at least 48–72 hours in advance to guarantee availability.
Payment: all My Rome Driver NCC services can be paid in cash directly to the driver, by credit card on board, or by advance bank transfer.
Families with children: child seats are available on request (24h advance notice required). Please specify your child's age and weight at the time of booking.