- Must visit
National Gallery of Parma
Parma’s premier art museum displays Correggio, Parmigianino, and other masters in the monumental Pilotta complex.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Grottaglie to Parma is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grottaglie to Parma will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 2 buses from Grottaglie to Parma, including 2 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 749 km distance in an average of 12 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 30 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 13 h 55 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.

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Buses from Grottaglie to Parma run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $72 but you can travel from only $43 by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:07. The fastest bus covers the 465 miles (749 km) distance in 11h 10m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
The table below shows live departures for Grottaglie to Parma buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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036 · 062 | 6:05 PM Grottaglie, Largo Unicef | 11h30 | 5:35 AM Parma, Terminal Bus | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Grottaglie to Parma with Marino Autolinee and FlixBus. Overnight buses available on this route with FlixBus. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Parma’s premier art museum displays Correggio, Parmigianino, and other masters in the monumental Pilotta complex.
One of Italy’s oldest theaters can be visited as a museum, admired for its grand wooden architecture and courtly history.
This unusual museum preserves Giambattista Bodoni’s tools, editions, and typographic legacy in the city of his greatest work.
Parma’s central square is the civic heart of the city, framed by historic buildings and ideal for orienting a walking tour.
This elegant square beside the cathedral and baptistery offers Parma’s most photogenic concentration of medieval monuments.
A large green space near the Pilotta, popular for walks, river views, and relaxed breaks beside major monuments.
Cured raw ham aged around Parma, prized for its sweet, delicate flavor and protected PDO status. A defining food of the city and wider province.
Hard aged cheese made near Parma from cow's milk. Its nutty, savory taste and long tradition make it one of Italy's most iconic foods.
Fresh stuffed pasta filled with ricotta and herbs or greens, often served with butter and Parmigiano. A classic first course in Parma homes and trattorias.
Three-Michelin-star dining by Chef Enrico Crippa in a refined setting at Casa Maria Luigia, focused on highly creative Italian tasting menus.
Popular casual spot for regional cooking and generous portions, especially pasta and cured meats, with a lively, old-style Parma trattoria feel.
Historic Parma restaurant known for classic local dishes, cured meats, and fresh pasta in an elegant but traditional atmosphere near the center.
Moderate for Italy: dining is reasonable, hotels vary by season, and local buses are fairly cheap for visitors.
Tipping is optional. A small tip or rounding up is appreciated in restaurants and cafes; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Parma Terminal Bus -> Parma Railway Station
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Most Grottaglie to Parma buses use the Grottaglie, Largo Unicef to Parma, Terminal Bus station pair. Use this guide to compare Grottaglie and Parma bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.