- Must visit
Cappella degli Scrovegni
Home to Giotto’s frescoes, this UNESCO-listed chapel is one of the greatest masterpieces of Western art and Padua’s top cultural visit.
Cheapest price on Oct 27
€25
Average ticket price on Oct 27
€29
Fastest journey on Oct 27
5 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Oct 27
6 h 18 m
Trains on Oct 27
4
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from La Spezia to Padua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from La Spezia to Padua will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
On Tue, Oct 27, we found 4 trains from La Spezia to Padua, including 4 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 27 the direct trains cover the 217 km distance in an average of 6 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 37 m .
On Tue, Oct 27 the slowest trains will take 8 h 3 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.








Trains from La Spezia to Padua run on average 58 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 134 miles (217 km) distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 134 miles (217 km) |
Average train duration 4h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 58 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 10:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from La Spezia to Padua.
The table below shows live departures for La Spezia to Padua trains for today, Monday, October 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 · Regionale Veloce 3984 | 12:06 PM La Spezia Centrale | 5h45 | 5:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927+ FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 12:06 PM La Spezia Centrale | 4h58 | 5:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 · Regionale Veloce 3984 | 12:06 PM La Spezia Centrale | 5h45 | 5:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927+ FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 12:06 PM La Spezia Centrale | 4h58 | 5:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 670+ FRECCIAROSSA 9747 | 12:38 PM La Spezia Centrale | 6h06 | 6:44 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 670+ FRECCIAROSSA 9747 | 12:38 PM La Spezia Centrale | 6h06 | 6:44 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19248 · Regionale Veloce 3929 · Regionale Veloce 3986 | 1:06 PM La Spezia Centrale | 5h45 | 6:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19248 · Regionale Veloce 3929 · Regionale Veloce 3986 | 1:06 PM La Spezia Centrale | 5h45 | 6:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18393+ FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 1:35 PM La Spezia Centrale | 5h29 | 7:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18393+ FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 1:35 PM La Spezia Centrale | 5h29 | 7:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale Veloce 4040+ FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 1:55 PM La Spezia Centrale | 4h09 | 6:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale Veloce 4040+ FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 1:55 PM La Spezia Centrale | 4h09 | 6:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 19250 · Regionale Veloce 3931 · Regionale Veloce 3988 | 2:06 PM La Spezia Centrale | 5h45 | 7:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 19250 · Regionale Veloce 3931 · Regionale Veloce 3988 | 2:06 PM La Spezia Centrale | 5h45 | 7:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19363 · Regionale Veloce 4042+ FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 2:11 PM La Spezia Centrale | 4h53 | 7:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19363 · Regionale Veloce 4042+ FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 2:11 PM La Spezia Centrale | 4h53 | 7:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18415+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 2:35 PM La Spezia Centrale | 5h29 | 8:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18415+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 2:35 PM La Spezia Centrale | 5h29 | 8:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 19252 · Regionale TTPER 3933 · Regionale Veloce 3990 | 3:06 PM La Spezia Centrale | 5h45 | 8:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 19252 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3935 · Regionale Veloce 3990 | 3:06 PM La Spezia Centrale | 5h45 | 8:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 19252 · Regionale TTPER 3933+ FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 3:06 PM La Spezia Centrale | 4h34 | 7:40 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 19252 · Regionale TTPER 3933+ FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 3:06 PM La Spezia Centrale | 4h34 | 7:40 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18399+ Intercity 592 | 3:40 PM La Spezia Centrale | 5h40 | 9:20 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18399+ Intercity 592 | 3:40 PM La Spezia Centrale | 5h40 | 9:20 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 4046+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 4:16 PM La Spezia Centrale | 3h48 | 8:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 4046+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 4:16 PM La Spezia Centrale | 3h48 | 8:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4048+ Intercity 592 | 4:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 4h59 | 9:20 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4048+ Intercity 592 | 4:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 4h59 | 9:20 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19256 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 · Regionale Veloce 3992 | 5:06 PM La Spezia Centrale | 5h45 | 10:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19256 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 · Regionale Veloce 3992 | 5:06 PM La Spezia Centrale | 5h45 | 10:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18403+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 5:40 PM La Spezia Centrale | 4h47 | 10:27 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18403+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 5:40 PM La Spezia Centrale | 4h47 | 10:27 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ InterCityNotte 774 | 6:16 PM La Spezia Centrale | 11h36 | 5:52 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale Veloce 4058+ FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 6:16 PM La Spezia Centrale | 4h48 | 11:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale Veloce 4058+ FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 6:16 PM La Spezia Centrale | 4h48 | 11:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ InterCityNotte 774 | 6:16 PM La Spezia Centrale | 11h36 | 5:52 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, October 27 | |||||
![]() | 6:06 AM La Spezia | 5h45 | 11:51 AM Padua | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:06 AM La Spezia | 5h45 | 12:51 PM Padua | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:21 AM La Spezia | 5h37 | 2:58 PM Padua | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Home to Giotto’s frescoes, this UNESCO-listed chapel is one of the greatest masterpieces of Western art and Padua’s top cultural visit.
Padua’s main civic museum complex with archaeology, medieval and modern art, and access paired with the Scrovegni Chapel area.
University museum displaying one of Europe’s oldest botanical gardens, blending science, architecture, and rare plant collections.
One of Europe’s largest squares, ideal for strolling among statues, canals, and lawns; a signature public space of Padua.
Elegant central square lined with cafes and historic buildings, best known for the astronomical clock tower and lively evening atmosphere.
Historic market square beside Palazzo della Ragione, packed with daily local life, stalls, and excellent people-watching in the old center.
Bigoli pasta in a rich duck ragù, a classic of the Veneto inland. It is especially associated with festive Sunday meals in Padua and nearby towns.
Short tubular pasta with white beans, often made thick and rustic. A comforting Veneto staple linked to peasant cooking and common in Padua homes.
Rice slowly cooked with spring peas, traditionally from nearby Arquà Petrarca or Baone. A seasonal Euganean Hills dish valued for its sweetness and simplicity.
Established fine dining address with creative cuisine, tasting menus, and attentive service. Best for a higher-end meal in a modern elegant setting.
Historic central restaurant known for refined Paduan and Venetian cuisine in elegant rooms. Good choice for classic dishes with a polished atmosphere.
Well-known traditional venue serving Venetian and Paduan specialties, including bigoli and seasonal classics, in a warm and longstanding local setting.
Moderate for Northern Italy. Hotels and dining cost less than Venice, while local transit and casual meals stay fairly reasonable for tourists.
Service is often included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Most La Spezia to Padua trains use the La Spezia Centrale to Padova station pair. Use this guide to compare La Spezia and Padua train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
La Spezia Centrale is 2 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
La Spezia Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Chef Express, Moka, Wake Up Cafe' Di Bottazzo Paolo
Free WiFi in the station with password displayed on ticket. ATMs are located inside the station.
Information desks are located inside the station near the information board.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located inside the main terminal.
Available at La Spezia Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at La Spezia Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Spezia Centrale: There are elevators from the parking garage and the road into the station as well as ramps for train access.
Nearby hotels include Affittacamere Casa Dane, La Siesta, Hotel Mary.
La Spezia Migliarina is 1 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
La Spezia Migliarina has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at La Spezia Migliarina.
Ticket office support is available at La Spezia Migliarina.
Available at La Spezia Migliarina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at La Spezia Migliarina: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Spezia Migliarina: Elevators, ramps.
Padova 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 Zairo, Trattoria Al Fungo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Padova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Padova. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Padova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Padova: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Padova: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Grand'Italia, NH Padova, Hotel Europa.
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