- Must visit
Musei Civici di Palazzo Farnese
Piacenza’s main civic museum complex displays archaeology, carriages, arms, frescoes, and decorative arts inside a grand ducal palace.
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Forlì to Piacenza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Forlì to Piacenza will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 1 trains that leave Forlì for Piacenza 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 207 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 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 Forlì to Piacenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €19, and a bus costs an average of €22.
Distance: 128 miles (207 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€19 Average price Cheapest | €22 Average price | €54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m 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 Forlì to Piacenza:
A train is €3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Forlì to Piacenza costing on average €22.
Other travel options to Piacenza take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 21m.
The journey is about 1m faster (2h 21m by train vs 2h 22m by car) and roughly €35 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€19 vs €54). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Forlì to Piacenza 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 |
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![]() | 7:31 PM Forlì | 2h49 | 10:20 PM Piacenza | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Forlì to Piacenza run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:58, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 128 miles (207 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 128 miles (207 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 12:58 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
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Discover the best of Piacenza — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Piacenza trip today.
Piacenza’s main civic museum complex displays archaeology, carriages, arms, frescoes, and decorative arts inside a grand ducal palace.
Art museum with medieval to modern works, especially strong in local painting, housed in a historic palace in the city center.
The cathedral museum interprets the church’s history through sacred art, manuscripts, sculpture, and access to notable heritage spaces.
Piacenza’s main square, framed by statues and historic buildings, is the essential starting point for architecture and city life.
Compact central area of narrow streets and historic façades that rewards slow walking with a distinctly local Piacenza atmosphere.
Broad historic avenue linking major sights, appreciated for stately architecture, museum access, and an easy central walking route.
Fresh pasta stuffed with ricotta and spinach, sealed with a pinched edge. A Piacenza classic often served with butter, sage, or simple tomato sauce.
Small handmade dumplings of flour and breadcrumbs, traditionally served with bean sauce or rich condiments. A humble dish rooted in Piacenza rural cooking.
Cured pork neck aged in the village of Coppa. It is one of Piacenza's celebrated DOP salumi, prized for delicate fat marbling and sweet savory flavor.
Historic city center restaurant known for refined Piacenza cuisine, elegant rooms, and strong local wine selection in a classic upscale setting.
Well-regarded traditional restaurant serving Piacenza specialties and Emilia dishes in a warm, rustic atmosphere popular with locals.
Casual, established osteria focused on local salumi, handmade pasta, and regional wines in an informal traditional setting.
Moderate for Northern Italy: hotels and dining are usually lower than Milan, while local transit and everyday cafés remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine at cafés.
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Piacenza Railway Station -> Piazza Cavalli, Piacenza
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Forlì to Piacenza 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 Piacenza, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Forlì to Piacenza trains use the Forli to Piacenza station pair. Use this guide to compare Forlì and Piacenza train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Forli 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria La Sosta, Osteria Don Abbondio
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Forli. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Forli. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Forli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Forli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Forli: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Globus City, Hotel Executive Forlì, Hotel Michelangelo.
Piacenza 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: Al Duca, Osteria Carducci
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Piacenza. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Piacenza. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Piacenza: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Piacenza: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Piacenza: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Park Hotel, Grande Albergo Roma, Hotel Ovest.
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