- Must visit
Museo Faraggiana Ferrandi
Novara’s main museum, inside the castle, with archaeology, art, and local history collections that give an excellent introduction to the city and province.
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€12
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aosta to Novara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aosta to Novara will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 1 trains that leave Aosta for Novara on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 106 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 4 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aosta to Novara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 65 miles (106 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€12 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest | €44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Aosta to Novara:
A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aosta to Novara costing on average €12.
Other travel options to Novara take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 29m.
Tickets start at around €12 compared to roughly €44 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €31. The journey takes 2h 29m versus 1h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Aosta to Novara trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
treno 2732 effettuato con bus AO100 · Regionale 11334 | 3:06 PM Aosta station | 3h43 | 6:49 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
treno 11832 effettuato con bus AOR14 · Regionale 11336 · Regionale Veloce 2059 | 3:40 PM Aosta station | 3h55 | 7:35 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
treno 11832 effettuato con bus AOR14 · Regionale 11336 | 3:40 PM Aosta station | 4h15 | 7:55 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
treno 2736 effettuato con bus AO044 · Regionale 11338 | 5:11 PM Aosta station | 3h44 | 8:55 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Aosta to Novara run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (106 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 65 miles (106 km) |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 4:13 AM |
Last train 9:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Novara — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Novara trip today.
Novara’s main museum, inside the castle, with archaeology, art, and local history collections that give an excellent introduction to the city and province.
Civic gallery housed in the Broletto, featuring modern and contemporary works with a strong local focus. A rewarding stop for art in a historic setting.
Museum section dedicated to archaeology and the area’s earliest history. Useful for understanding Novara from Roman times through later centuries.
Novara’s principal central square, framed by major civic landmarks. Ideal for orientation, people-watching, and experiencing the city’s historic core.
Historic center walking area around the Broletto, cathedral, and castle. Best choice for a self-guided walk covering Novara’s main monuments on foot.
The cathedral square, surrounded by key monuments and elegant urban space. A top stop for architecture, photos, and access to Novara’s religious center.
Paniscia novarese is Novara's signature risotto with rice, beans, cabbage, salami della duja and red wine, prized as a hearty farmhouse dish from the surrounding rice fields.
Salame della duja is a soft cured pork salami preserved in lard or fat, a historic Novara specialty once stored for winter and often served with rustic bread or polenta.
Gorgonzola, produced widely in the Novara area, is a famous blue cheese with creamy texture and bold flavor that reflects the region's long dairy tradition.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the countryside near Novara, known for refined Piedmontese cuisine, seasonal tasting menus and polished service.
Historic, traditional restaurant in central Novara serving local Piedmont dishes in a classic setting, with strong focus on regional ingredients and wines.
Well-regarded casual venue for Novarese and Piedmont cooking, appreciated for hearty local specialties, risotto dishes and an unfussy atmosphere.
Moderate for northern Italy; hotels and dining cost less than Milan, while local transit and everyday cafes remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest in Italy. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Novara Railway Station -> Piazza Martiri della Libertà, Novara
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aosta to Novara by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Novara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Aosta to Novara trains use the Aosta to Novara station pair, with some services arriving at Vignale. Use this guide to compare Aosta and Novara train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Aosta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Aldente, Osteria dell'Oca
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Aosta. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Aosta. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aosta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aosta: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aosta: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Duca d'Aosta, Hotel Milleluci, Hotel Cecchin.
Novara is 1 km from Novara city centre. Public transport options include:
Novara has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Marechiaro, Osteria del Gallo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Novara. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Novara. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Novara: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Novara: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Novara: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cavour, Hotel La Bussola, Hotel Croce di Malta.
Vignale is 4 km from Novara city centre. Public transport options include:
Vignale has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Vignale.
ATMs are available at Vignale.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vignale.
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