According to the Bounce report in its study of Europe’s best/worst metros, Rome’s metro scored the third lowest at 3.75 out of 10. The Italian capital’s metro is more extensive than those in Budapest and Brussels, with 36.9 km of track accessible through 73 stations. The metro is complemented by a system of trains that offer more extensive connections to surrounding areas, including Rome FiumicinoAirport.
Although the Rome Metro is extensive and well connected to other public transportation options, the average Google review score of its stations is just 3.60 out of 5, with only 13.21 percent of stations receiving a score of four or higher. Moreover, 34 percent of online reactions to news articles about Rome’s subway are “angry,” while “loving” reactions account for only 9 percent.
Quintiliani (metro B stop) is the worst reviewed Rome metro station, with a score of only 2.40 out of 5. Many of the reviews of this station refer to a lack of security. Some reviews of this station refer to the lack of staff and security, which, along with the “desolation” of the surrounding area, makes many travelers feel unprotected. Station facilities, including elevators and ticket machines, were repeatedly reported to be out of service, making travel more difficult for passengers.
Two comments summarizing the problems listed with the Quintiliani subway station include that it is “the most useless station ever” and a “perfect example of a poorly maintained place,” reads Bounce.
Among the worst metros in Europe in first place is Budapest ‘s and in second place Brussels. In contrast, when it comes to the best, in first place is Oslo‘s, then Sofia and Athens.