- Must visit
National Gallery of Parma
Parma’s premier art museum displays Correggio, Parmigianino, and other masters in the monumental Pilotta complex.
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
3 h 49 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolzano to Parma is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolzano to Parma will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
It's difficult to get from Bolzano to Parma without transferring at least once.
Regionale 16689 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 · Regionale TRENORD 10839
Regionale 16679 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 · Regionale TRENORD 10835
Regionale Veloce 3461 · Regionale TRENORD 2608 · Regionale TRENORD 10819
Regionale 3843 · Regionale TRENORD 2638 · Regionale TRENORD 10837
Regionale 16667 · Regionale TRENORD 2628 · Regionale TRENORD 10827
8953+
Regionale Veloce 3906
8963+
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922
8953+
Intercity 580
FRECCIAROSSA 8519 · FRECCIAROSSA 8820
FRECCIAROSSA 8505 · FRECCIAROSSA 8804Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolzano to Parma among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €25, and a bus costs an average of €30.
Distance: 126 miles (204 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€31 Average price Cheapest | €39 Average price | €60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m 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 Bolzano to Parma:
A train is €8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bolzano to Parma costing on average €39.
Other travel options to Parma take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 24m.
Tickets start at around €31 compared to roughly €60 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €30. The journey takes 3h 59m versus 2h 57m 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 Bolzano to Parma trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Regionale Veloce 3461 · Regionale TRENORD 2608 · Regionale TRENORD 10819 | 5:00 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 5h49 | 10:49 AM Parma station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3461 · Regionale Veloce 3906 | 5:00 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 5h31 | 10:31 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8505 · FRECCIAROSSA 8804 | 5:12 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h01 | 9:13 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17100+ FRECCIAROSSA 8507+ Regionale Veloce 3908 | 6:37 AM Kaiserau | 4h54 | 11:31 AM Parma station | 2 transfers | |
8953+ Regionale Veloce 3906 | 6:42 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h49 | 10:31 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8953+ Intercity 580 | 6:42 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h55 | 10:37 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8953+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 | 6:42 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h16 | 10:58 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8507+ Regionale Veloce 3908 | 7:12 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h19 | 11:31 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3463+ FRECCIAROSSA 8503+ Intercity 604 | 7:31 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h47 | 12:18 PM Parma station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3463 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 · Regionale TRENORD 10823 | 7:31 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 5h18 | 12:49 PM Parma station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17104+ FRECCIAROSSA 9721+ Regionale TTPER 2465 | 7:49 AM Kaiserau | 5h57 | 1:46 PM Parma station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16667 · Regionale TRENORD 2628 · Regionale TRENORD 10827 | 8:36 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 6h13 | 2:49 PM Parma station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9721+ Regionale TTPER 2465 | 8:45 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 5h01 | 1:46 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17150+ Intercity 611+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 | 9:49 AM Kaiserau | 7h09 | 4:58 PM Parma station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17154 · Regionale 3841 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 | 11:49 AM Kaiserau | 5h42 | 5:31 PM Parma station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 611+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 | 11:51 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 5h07 | 4:58 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3841 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 | 12:31 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 5h00 | 5:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16679 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 · Regionale TRENORD 10835 | 12:36 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 6h13 | 6:49 PM Parma station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8519 · FRECCIAROSSA 8820 | 1:12 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h01 | 5:13 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3843 · Regionale TRENORD 2638 · Regionale TRENORD 10837 | 2:25 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 5h24 | 7:49 PM Parma station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16689 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 · Regionale TRENORD 10839 | 2:34 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 6h15 | 8:49 PM Parma station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16689 · Regionale 16343 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 2:34 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 5h57 | 8:31 PM Parma station | 2 transfers | |
8963+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 | 2:42 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h16 | 6:58 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8963+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 | 2:42 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h49 | 7:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8963+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 2:42 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h49 | 6:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17178 · Regionale Veloce 3845 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 | 3:49 PM Kaiserau | 5h42 | 9:31 PM Parma station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3845 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 | 4:31 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 5h00 | 9:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2695 · Regionale TTPER 2483 | 4:56 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 6h04 | 11:00 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17268 · Regionale Veloce 3847 · Autobus TTPER B1172 | 5:49 PM Kaiserau | 8h32 | 2:21 AM Parma station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3847 · Autobus TTPER B1172 | 6:31 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 7h50 | 2:21 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16705 · Regionale Veloce 3847 · Autobus TTPER B1172 | 6:36 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 7h45 | 2:21 AM Parma station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Bolzano to Parma run on average 33 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 126 miles (204 km) distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 126 miles (204 km) |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 33 |
Fastest train 3h 46m |
First train 3:45 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Parma — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Parma trip today.
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolzano to Parma 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 Parma, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bolzano to Parma trains use the Bolzano-Bozen to Parma station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolzano and Parma train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bolzano-Bozen is 1 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolzano-Bozen 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: Restaurant Laurin, Restaurant Anita
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bolzano-Bozen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bolzano-Bozen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bolzano-Bozen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bolzano-Bozen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolzano-Bozen: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Laurin, Hotel Greif, Four Points by Sheraton Bolzano.
Kaiserau is 1 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Kaiserau has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Kaiserau.
ATMs are available at Kaiserau.
Available at Kaiserau: Parking, WC.
Available at Kaiserau: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kaiserau.
Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud is 2 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud.
Available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Parma 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: Angiol d'Or, Enoteca Fontana
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Parma. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Parma. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Parma: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Parma: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Parma: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include NH Parma, Hotel Torino, Hotel Button.
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