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National Gallery of Parma
Major art museum inside Palazzo della Pilotta, known for works by Correggio, Parmigianino, Leonardo da Vinci, Canaletto, and other Italian masters.
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$139
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ferno to Parma is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ferno to Parma will cost around $139 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 10 buses that leave Ferno for Parma on Sat, Jul 11, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct buses cover the 153 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest buses will take 3 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Regionale TRENORD 80307+
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Regionale TRENORD 80315+
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Regionale TRENORD 80311+
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2125Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ferno to Parma among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 95 miles (153 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ferno to Parma:
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ferno to Parma costing on average $35 (€29).
Other travel options to Parma take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 43m.
Tickets start at around $16 (€13) compared to roughly $50 (€41) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $34 (€28). The journey takes 2h 43m versus 1h 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Itabus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Malpensa Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Malpensa Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Malpensa Express | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $415 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $415 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $415 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
The table below shows live departures for Ferno to Parma buses for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T2 | 4h15 | 4:50 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1 | 4h05 | 4:50 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, July 11 | |||||
Regionale TRENORD 80307+ 2125 | 6:15 AM Ferno - Lonate Pozzolo | 6h15 | 12:30 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 80311+ 2125 | 7:15 AM Ferno - Lonate Pozzolo | 5h15 | 12:30 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 80315+ 2125 | 8:15 AM Ferno - Lonate Pozzolo | 4h15 | 12:30 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 1 transfer | |
2125 | 9:30 AM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1 | 3h00 | 12:30 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
2125 | 9:45 AM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa (Arrivi - Terminal 2) | 2h45 | 12:30 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ferno to Parma run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 26 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 95 miles (153 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 95 miles (153 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 26 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Parma — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Parma trip today.
Major art museum inside Palazzo della Pilotta, known for works by Correggio, Parmigianino, Leonardo da Vinci, Canaletto, and other Italian masters.
Museum beside Parma Cathedral displaying liturgical art, sculpture, manuscripts, and objects linked to the city’s religious history.
Specialized museum dedicated to printer Giambattista Bodoni, with historic typefaces, presses, books, and printing tools inside the Pilotta complex.
Parma’s most iconic square, framed by the cathedral, baptistery, and bishop’s palace, and one of the city’s most photogenic spaces.
The civic heart of Parma, lined with historic buildings and a lively meeting atmosphere ideal for understanding the city center.
Large historic park across the river from the center, loved for shaded walks, formal gardens, and views of the ducal palace.
Dry-cured ham aged in the Parma hills, prized for its delicate sweetness and protected PDO status.
The famous hard cheese produced around Parma, with a rich nutty flavor and centuries-old tradition.
Fresh stuffed pasta filled with ricotta and herbs or spinach, a classic Parma first course.
Historic Parma restaurant known for classic local dishes such as tortelli and anolini in an elegant traditional setting.
Well-known traditional trattoria popular for Parma salumi, homemade pasta, and a lively rustic atmosphere.
Classic Parma dining room serving refined Emilian cuisine, including local pasta and excellent cured meat selections.
Moderate for Italy: coffee and casual meals are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto charge. Tipping is not required, but leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Round up for taxis.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ferno to Parma by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Parma, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ferno to Parma buses use the Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1 to Parma, Stazione Ferroviaria station pair, with some services arriving at Parma, Largo Maestà del Taglio (Parcheggio Nord). Use this guide to compare Ferno and Parma bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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