- Must visit
Cappella degli Scrovegni
Home to Giotto’s frescoes, this UNESCO-listed chapel is one of the greatest masterpieces of Western art and Padua’s top cultural visit.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
8 h 51 m
Average duration
10 h 30 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
576 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salerno to Padua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salerno to Padua will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 13 buses that leave Salerno for Padua on Thu, Jul 30, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 30 the direct buses cover the 576 km distance in an average of 10 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 51 m .
On Thu, Jul 30 the slowest buses will take 11 h 15 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.
3506 · 2702
3888 · 2772
2726
FlixBus
3888 · 2702
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FlixBus
FlixBus
3506 · 2702
054 · 068Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salerno to Padua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $18.
Distance: 357 miles (576 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price | $87 Average price | $178 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 41m Average total duration 10h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Salerno to Padua:
A bus is $39 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salerno to Padua costing on average $65 (€65).
A bus is $61 (€61) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salerno to Padua costing on average $87 (€87).
Other travel options to Padua take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 28m.
Bus takes on average 10h 11m.
Tickets start at around $26 (€26) compared to roughly $178 (€178) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $152 (€152). The journey takes 10h 11m versus 6h 50m 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, FlixBus.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 06:41AM | Duration 8h51 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
The table below shows live departures for Salerno to Padua buses for today, Wednesday, July 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 11h05 | 7:25 PM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2726 | 9:30 AM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 11h20 | 8:50 PM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 11h35 | 12:05 AM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1 transfer | |
3888 · 2702 | 5:00 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 13h10 | 6:10 AM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1 transfer | |
3888 · 2772 | 5:00 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 11h40 | 4:40 AM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1 transfer | |
3898 · 2702 | 5:25 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 12h45 | 6:10 AM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1 transfer | |
054 · 068 | 6:55 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 11h15 | 6:10 AM Padova, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
3506 · 2702 | 7:05 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 11h05 | 6:10 AM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:10 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 14h50 | 11:00 AM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 10h15 | 7:15 AM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 AM Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 12h40 | 4:20 PM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Salerno to Padua run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 357 miles (576 km) distance in 10h 15m.
Distance 357 miles (576 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€11) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 10h 15m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Padua — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Padua trip today.
Home to Giotto’s frescoes, this UNESCO-listed chapel is one of the greatest masterpieces of Western art and Padua’s top cultural visit.
Padua’s main civic museum complex with archaeology, medieval and modern art, and access paired with the Scrovegni Chapel area.
University museum displaying one of Europe’s oldest botanical gardens, blending science, architecture, and rare plant collections.
One of Europe’s largest squares, ideal for strolling among statues, canals, and lawns; a signature public space of Padua.
Elegant central square lined with cafes and historic buildings, best known for the astronomical clock tower and lively evening atmosphere.
Historic market square beside Palazzo della Ragione, packed with daily local life, stalls, and excellent people-watching in the old center.
Bigoli pasta in a rich duck ragù, a classic of the Veneto inland. It is especially associated with festive Sunday meals in Padua and nearby towns.
Short tubular pasta with white beans, often made thick and rustic. A comforting Veneto staple linked to peasant cooking and common in Padua homes.
Rice slowly cooked with spring peas, traditionally from nearby Arquà Petrarca or Baone. A seasonal Euganean Hills dish valued for its sweetness and simplicity.
Established fine dining address with creative cuisine, tasting menus, and attentive service. Best for a higher-end meal in a modern elegant setting.
Historic central restaurant known for refined Paduan and Venetian cuisine in elegant rooms. Good choice for classic dishes with a polished atmosphere.
Well-known traditional venue serving Venetian and Paduan specialties, including bigoli and seasonal classics, in a warm and longstanding local setting.
Moderate for Northern Italy. Hotels and dining cost less than Venice, while local transit and casual meals stay fairly reasonable for tourists.
Service is often included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) -> Padova Stazione
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salerno to Padua 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 Padua, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salerno to Padua buses use the Salerno, Piazza della Concordia to Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) station pair, with some services arriving at Padova, Autostazione. Use this guide to compare Salerno and Padua bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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