- Must visit
National Gallery of Parma
Major art museum inside Palazzo della Pilotta with important works by Correggio, Parmigianino, Canaletto, and Leonardo da Vinci.
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Reggio Emilia to Parma is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reggio Emilia to Parma will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 2 buses that leave Reggio Emilia for Parma on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 27 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 45 m 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.
BUS L580A
FlixBus
FlixBus
BUS L580AOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reggio Emilia to Parma among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $4, and a bus costs an average of $5.
Distance: 16 miles (27 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$81 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest |
1h 7m Average total duration 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Reggio Emilia to Parma:
A train is $76 (€62) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Reggio Emilia to Parma costing on average $81 (€66).
Other travel options to Parma take longer:
Bus takes on average 37m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 04:11AM | Duration 4h11 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $207 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 11:29AM | Arrival Time 12:14PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $355 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $246 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $471 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $452 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $199 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $363 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $255 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $196 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $352 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $257 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 09:51PM | Arrival Time 10:36PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
The table below shows live departures for Reggio Emilia to Parma buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:20 PM Reggio Emilia | 0h20 | 10:40 PM Parma | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:40 PM Reggio Emilia | 0h20 | 12:00 AM Parma | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
FlixBus | 9:50 AM Reggio Emilia, Autostazione Parcheggio Europa | 0h40 | 10:30 AM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
BUS L580A | 11:29 AM Reggio Emilia station | 0h45 | 12:14 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Reggio Emilia to Parma run on average 10 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $4 (€4) by train.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 16 miles (27 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 16 miles (27 km) |
Average bus duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 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 with important works by Correggio, Parmigianino, Canaletto, and Leonardo da Vinci.
Museum linked to Parma Cathedral and Baptistery, displaying sacred art, manuscripts, and liturgical objects from the city’s religious history.
Contemporary cultural museum and exhibition space with art, photography, and design shows in a renovated complex near the center.
Parma’s most atmospheric square, framed by the cathedral, baptistery, and bishop’s palace, and a top photo spot.
Elegant historic park with tree-lined paths, canals, and palace views, popular for walks, photos, and a break from sightseeing.
Main civic square in the heart of Parma, lively and central for orientation, events, and historic city views.
Dry-cured ham aged in the Parma hills, prized for its sweet, delicate flavor and protected PDO status.
The area’s iconic aged cow’s milk cheese, made nearby and central to Parma’s food identity.
Small stuffed pasta served in rich meat broth, a classic festive dish deeply rooted in Parmense tradition.
Historic fine-dining destination in the Parma area, celebrated for culatello, traditional cuisine, and elegant riverside ambiance.
Well-known traditional trattoria in Parma, popular for tortelli, cured meats, and classic Emilian comfort dishes.
Established local restaurant with an old-school atmosphere, especially known for anolini in brodo and Parmense classics.
Moderate by Italian standards. Casual dining is reasonable, but central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is modest: round up, or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes and 5-10% for very good restaurant service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reggio Emilia 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 Reggio Emilia to Parma buses use the Reggio Emilia, Reggio Emilia to Parma, Stazione Ferroviaria station pair, with some services arriving at Parma, Terminal Bus. Use this guide to compare Reggio Emilia and Parma bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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