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Museo del Santuario di San Francesco di Paola
Museum at the sanctuary presenting objects, documents, and devotional material linked to Saint Francis of Paola and the order he founded.
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gioia Tauro to Paola is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gioia Tauro to Paola will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 3 trains that leave Gioia Tauro for Paola on Tue, Aug 18, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 18 the direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
On Tue, Aug 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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 Gioia Tauro to Paola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 27m faster (1h 17m by train vs 1h 44m by car) and roughly $14 (€11) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($14 (€11) vs $28 (€23)). 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 Gioia Tauro to Paola trains for today, Monday, August 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:57 PM Gioia Tauro | 1h28 | 6:25 PM Paola | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:02 PM Gioia Tauro | 1h28 | 6:30 PM Paola | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 18 | |||||
![]() | 6:55 AM Gioia Tauro | 1h22 | 8:17 AM Paola | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Gioia Tauro to Paola run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:49, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 1:49 AM |
Last train 11:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 4 days |
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Museum at the sanctuary presenting objects, documents, and devotional material linked to Saint Francis of Paola and the order he founded.
Exhibition space focused on the saint’s life, miracles, and historical memory, helpful for adding context before or after visiting the sanctuary.
Small local museum area within the sanctuary complex showing religious art and archival pieces connected to Paola’s most important heritage site.
The atmospheric old town with narrow lanes, churches, and traditional buildings, best explored on foot for local character and views.
Main civic square and social hub, framed by everyday town life and useful as a starting point for walks through central Paola.
Seafront walking area popular for sunsets and relaxed strolls, offering a pleasant contrast to the religious and historic sights inland.
Fileja are traditional Calabrian hand-rolled pasta, often served with rich goat or pork ragù. They are a hallmark of local home cooking and festive meals.
Lagane e ceci is an old southern dish of rustic pasta strips with chickpeas, valued for its peasant roots and comforting flavor across Calabria.
Surici fritti are lightly floured fried anchovies, popular on the Tyrrhenian coast near Paola. They are prized for freshness and simple seaside flavor.
Established seafood restaurant in Paola known for fresh fish dishes and classic Calabrian flavors in a relaxed, polished setting.
Well-known local restaurant offering traditional Calabrian cooking, pizza, and regional ingredients in a casual atmosphere.
Seafood-focused dining near the coast, appreciated for fresh catches, pasta, and a more refined atmosphere suited to a longer dinner.
Moderate for southern Italy. Hotels and trains are reasonable, while tourist-area dining costs more in peak season. Overall cheaper than Rome, Milan, or Amalfi.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is enough in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gioia Tauro to Paola 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 Paola, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gioia Tauro to Paola trains use the Gioia Tauro to Paola station pair. Use this guide to compare Gioia Tauro and Paola train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gioia Tauro has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Gabbiano, Trattoria da Mimmo
Ticket office support is available at Gioia Tauro. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Gioia Tauro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gioia Tauro: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gioia Tauro: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Palme, Hotel Palace Gioia Tauro, Hotel Al Torrione.
Paola 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: Ristorante La Piazzetta, Trattoria del Mare
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Ticket office support is available at Paola. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Paola. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paola: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paola: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paola: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Blumentag, Hotel Sant'Agostino, Hotel Alhambra.
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