Getting to Lanciano

How to reach the pearl of Abruzzo

Getting to Lanciano

How to reach the pearl of Abruzzo

By Plane

The nearest airport is Pescara (PSR), only 45 km away. Alternatively, Rome-Fiumicino (FCO) offers more international connections.

Pescara (PSR)

45 km, ~45 min.

Ryanair, Lufthansa

Rome-Fiumicino (FCO)

230 km, ~2.5 hrs.

All major airlines

Rome-Ciampino (CIA)

220 km, ~2.5 hrs.

Ryanair, Wizz Air

Tipp: Direct buses from Pescara to Lanciano are available. From Rome, we recommend a rental car.

By Car

Lanciano is conveniently located on the A14 Adriatica highway. From Germany, the route goes via the Brenner or Gotthard pass.

From Munich

~750 km, ~7.5 hrs.

Via Brenner, A22, A14

From Vienna

~900 km, ~9 hrs.

Via Villach, A23, A14

From Zurich

~850 km, ~8 hrs.

Via Gotthard, A1, A14

Tipp: Toll fees in Italy: approx. €40-50 from Bologna to Lanciano. Don't forget vignettes for Austria and Switzerland!

By Train

Lanciano station is on the Pescara-Foggia line. Good connections from Germany via Bologna.

From Pescara

~1 hr.

Regional train, hourly

From Rome

~3-4 hrs.

Change in Pescara

From Munich

~10-12 hrs.

Via Bologna, Rimini, Pescara

Tipp: Book long-distance trains early on trenitalia.com for the best prices. Interrail is a great option for flexible travelers.

By Bus

Long-distance buses from FlixBus and other providers go to Pescara. From there, regional buses run to Lanciano.

FlixBus to Pescara

From ~€35

From many German cities

Regional bus ARPA

~€5

Pescara-Lanciano, hourly

From Rome (ARPA)

~€15, ~3 hrs.

Direct connection

Tipp: The cheapest option for solo travelers. Fewer connections on weekends.

Location & Orientation

Lanciano is located in the heart of Abruzzo, between the Adriatic coast and Majella National Park.

Altitude

265 m a.s.l.

To the coast

15 km

To the mountains

30 km

To Pescara

45 km