Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

L’Aquila travel guide

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With a population of 33,691, L’Aquila is a must-see destination in Abruzzo, Italy. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in L’Aquila to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit L’Aquila

L’Aquila in March
Estimated hotel price
£51
1 night at 3-star hotel
L’Aquila in March
Estimated hotel price
£51
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to L’Aquila

Plane

Although L’Aquila doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pescara Liberi (PSR), which is located 41 miles from L’Aquila. The shortest flight to L’Aquila from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 35m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving L’Aquila, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from L’Aquila to Naples takes 2h 08m and costs around £7 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Florence, expect to pay about £13 for a 2h 40m trip. Located 0.7 miles from the city centre, L'Aquila is the busiest station in L’Aquila. Another popular train station is L’Aquila Sassa Tornimparte, located 5 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to L’Aquila is to pick up a car hire from Rome, which is about 56 miles from L’Aquila. You’ll find branches of Rent Smart 24 and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to L’Aquila, including Bus, FlixBus and Itabus. From Naples, the bus ride to L’Aquila takes 160 miles and will cost you around £9. From Florence, the ticket costs about £10 for a journey of 195 miles. The most popular bus station is L’Aquila Questura, located 0.5 miles from the city centre of L’Aquila. L’Aquila Via Collepretara is also a commonly used station, and is 0.7 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although L’Aquila doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pescara Liberi (PSR), which is located 41 miles from L’Aquila. The shortest flight to L’Aquila from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 35m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving L’Aquila, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from L’Aquila to Naples takes 2h 08m and costs around £7 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Florence, expect to pay about £13 for a 2h 40m trip. Located 0.7 miles from the city centre, L'Aquila is the busiest station in L’Aquila. Another popular train station is L’Aquila Sassa Tornimparte, located 5 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to L’Aquila is to pick up a car hire from Rome, which is about 56 miles from L’Aquila. You’ll find branches of Rent Smart 24 and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to L’Aquila, including Bus, FlixBus and Itabus. From Naples, the bus ride to L’Aquila takes 160 miles and will cost you around £9. From Florence, the ticket costs about £10 for a journey of 195 miles. The most popular bus station is L’Aquila Questura, located 0.5 miles from the city centre of L’Aquila. L’Aquila Via Collepretara is also a commonly used station, and is 0.7 miles from the city centre.

Airports near L’Aquila

AOIAncona Falconara
PSRPescara Liberi

Airlines serving L’Aquila

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,157 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,036 reviews)
Luxair
Good (60 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (376 reviews)
Volotea
Good (564 reviews)
Air Dolomiti
Good (60 reviews)
Neos Air
Excellent (49 reviews)

Where to stay in popular areas of L’Aquila

Most booked hotels in L’Aquila

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La Compagnia Del Viaggiatore
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£76+
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My Suite Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£86+
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Hotel Federico II
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£80+
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Hiring a car in L’Aquila

Expect to pay £1.46 per litre in L’Aquila (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.52 and £23.36. The most frequently booked car type in L’Aquila is Mini (Volkswagen up! or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 44% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.46 per litre in L’Aquila (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.52 and £23.36. The most frequently booked car type in L’Aquila is Mini (Volkswagen up! or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 44% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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