Rome, Lazio to Roccaraso, Abruzzo from $17: 5 ways by bus, train, flight or car

• Onboard services on trains from Rome to Roccaraso typically include a catering service offering snacks, drinks, and light meals. Trains operated by Trenitalia often provide a buffet car or designated service where you can purchase Italian pastries, sandwiches, and beverages. It's a good idea to bring along a water bottle or small snacks for the journey as well.

• The primary operators for this route are Trenitalia and Italo. Trenitalia offers different seating options, including Standard (Economy), Premium (Business Class), and First Class. First Class provides more spacious seats and complimentary refreshments, while Premium offers availability for reserved seating and some included services as well. For booking and schedule information, visit their websites: Trenitalia (trenitalia.com) and Italo (italotreno.it).

• Upon arrival at Roccaraso station, you’ll find limited services. There is no left luggage service available, so plan to carry your belongings with you. The station does have restrooms but no showers. To navigate from the station to the city center—about a 15-minute walk—you can take Bus 1 which runs frequently, or you can opt for a local taxi service available outside the station.

• Before your trip, check the bus schedules for both TUA and Satam to ensure your connections align, as there may be variances in timing, especially during weekends and holidays; visit their websites at tuabruzzo.it and satam.it for up-to-date information.

• The location of the bus station in Roccaraso can be a bit tricky; upon arriving at the Roccaraso SS 17 Area Servizio ENI, head towards the main entrance of the station first to find helpful signage and travel information.

• Consider stopping for a meal in Sulmona during your transfer; it's a charming town known for its confetti (sugared almonds) and has several dining options along the main street, Corso Ovidio, where you can easily find a quaint café or a trattoria.