Public Transport — Esquilino
Find metro, bus and train stops in Esquilino. Multicultural neighborhood east of Termini, home to Piazza Vittorio market, Santa Maria Maggiore basilica and one of Rome's most diverse food scenes.
Public transport in Esquilino is operated by ATAC and integrated with regional buses, trams and the metro. A single BIT ticket (€1.50) is valid 100 minutes across all modes; a 24h pass is €7 and a 72h tourist pass €18. The map below shows every metro stop, tram line and major bus stop in and around Esquilino.
Practical tips in Esquilino
- Buy tickets at tabaccherie, metro stations or via the MyCicero / Tabnet app — they cost the same.
- Validate paper tickets in the yellow machines on the bus or at metro turnstiles — fine for non-validation is €50.
- Contactless cards work directly on buses, trams and metro turnstiles (€1.50 per tap, capped at €7/day).
- Metro runs 05:30–23:30 (Sat until 01:30). Night buses (N-series) cover most of the city after metro closure.
- Pickpockets target bus 64 (Termini–Vatican) and bus 40 — keep your bag in front of you.
Transport in Esquilino
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Esquilino by metro?
Check the map above for the nearest metro station to Esquilino. Rome has 3 metro lines: A (red), B (blue) and C (green). A single trip costs €1.50 (BIT ticket) and is valid 100 minutes for transfers within the system.
Can I use contactless payment on transport in Esquilino?
Yes. ATAC buses, trams and metro turnstiles accept contactless Visa/Mastercard directly — €1.50 per tap, capped at €7/day. Each rider needs their own card; no sharing across passengers.
How late does public transport run in Esquilino?
Metro runs until 23:30 (Sat until 01:30). After that, the N-series night buses serve major routes including Termini, San Giovanni and the historic center. Frequency drops to 30–60 min between buses.