How to get to Todi: train, plane, car and bus

How to get to Todi

Todi is one of Umbria's most elegant hilltop towns, perched on a hill overlooking the middle Tiber valley. With its Piazza del Popolo considered one of Italy's finest squares, the Temple of the Consolation and panoramic views over the surrounding hills, it is a perfect example of medieval town planning. Getting to Todi requires some planning, but the reward is a place of rare beauty.

Getting to Todi by train

Todi is served by Todi-Ponte Rio station on the FCU (Ferrovia Centrale Umbra) Perugia-Terni line, operated by Busitalia Umbria.

• From Perugia: direct FCU trains in approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour
• From Terni: FCU trains in approximately 50 minutes
• From Spoleto: train to Terni or bus connection
• From Rome Termini: train to Terni (Intercity or regional, approximately 1 hour), then FCU to Todi (approximately 50 minutes). Total time approximately 2 hours
• From Florence: train to Perugia (approximately 2 hours), then FCU to Todi (approximately 1 hour). Total time approximately 3 hours
• From Orvieto: bus connection (no direct train), approximately 1 hour

Todi-Ponte Rio station is in the valley, approximately 4 km from the hilltop historic centre. The connection is provided by a shuttle bus service (urban bus, approximately 10 minutes) or taxi. Walking uphill is possible but demanding.

Getting to Todi by plane

Todi is reachable from several central Italian airports.

• Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport (PEG): approximately 45 km, the closest. Then rental car or bus to Perugia and FCU train
• Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO): approximately 150 km, then train to Terni and FCU to Todi
• Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA): approximately 140 km, then bus to Roma Termini and train
• Florence Peretola Airport (FLR): approximately 200 km, then train via Perugia

A rental car from the airport is the most convenient solution, especially if you also want to explore the Todi surroundings.

Getting to Todi by car

The car is the most practical way to reach Todi.

• From Rome: A1 to Orte, then E45 towards Perugia, Todi-Orvieto exit, approximately 130 km (1 hour 30 minutes)
• From Perugia: E45 towards Terni, Todi exit, approximately 45 km (35 minutes)
• From Orvieto: SS448 and SS79bis, approximately 40 km (40 minutes) through scenic hills
• From Spoleto: SS3 Flaminia and E45, approximately 45 km (40 minutes)
• From Florence: A1 to Valdichiana, then E45 towards Terni, Todi exit, approximately 200 km (2 hours 15 minutes)
• From Assisi: E45 towards Terni, Todi exit, approximately 60 km (50 minutes)

The historic centre is a restricted traffic zone with narrow internal streets. Recommended car parks: Porta Orvietana car park (lift and escalators to the centre), Porta Romana car park, Mercato Coperto car park. The Porta Orvietana car park is the most convenient as it has a lift that takes you directly to the main square.

Getting to Todi by bus

• Busitalia Umbria operates regional connections:
• Perugia-Todi: several services daily
• Terni-Todi: connection via FCU and replacement bus services
• Orvieto-Todi: direct service, approximately 1 hour
• FlixBus: nearest stop at Perugia or Orvieto, then regional bus or taxi
• School buses and local lines for outlying villages (Collevalenza, Pontecuti, Pian di San Martino)

Getting around Todi

Todi is a town to experience on foot, with some mechanical help.

• The historic centre is entirely pedestrianised and can be explored on foot in about 30 minutes: Piazza del Popolo, the Cathedral, the Church of San Fortunato and the medieval walls are all within easy reach
• Lift and escalators from Porta Orvietana to the centre: the most convenient way up from the parking area
• Shuttle bus from the FCU station to the historic centre
• Local taxi to reach the Temple of the Consolation (just outside the walls, a 10-minute walk from the centre) and nearby attractions
• For wineries and agriturismo stays in the Tiber valley: a car is essential

The centre's streets are sloping and stone-paved: comfortable shoes are recommended.

Practical tips

Todi is an ideal destination for those seeking tranquillity and beauty without the crowds. The town is perfect as a base for exploring central Umbria: Orvieto, Spoleto, Assisi and Perugia are all reachable in under an hour. The Todi Festival (late August-early September) brings the town alive with theatre shows and concerts in the medieval setting. If arriving by train, the Porta Orvietana lift saves you the climb.

To plan your stay, also check our guides on where to stay in Todi, what to see in Todi in 2 days and where to eat in Todi.