- 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
$29
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 43 m
Trains per day
29
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucca to Padua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucca to Padua will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
It's difficult to get from Lucca to Padua without transferring at least once.
Regionale 34101 · Regionale 17828 · Regionale Veloce 3982
Regionale 34097 · Regionale 17822 · Regionale Veloce 3978
Regionale 34107 · Regionale 17834 · Regionale Veloce 3986
Regionale 34087 · Regionale TTPER 17814 · Regionale Veloce 3972
Regionale 34111 · Regionale 17838 · Regionale Veloce 3990
Regionale 34101+
Intercity 588
Regionale 34107+
FRECCIAROSSA 9423
Regionale 34097+
FRECCIAROSSA 9416
Regionale 18582 · Regionale Veloce 4046+
FRECCIAROSSA 9428
Regionale 34119+
FRECCIAROSSA 9432Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucca to Padua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $24.
Distance: 128 miles (206 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$32 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m 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 Lucca to Padua:
A train is $2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Lucca to Padua costing on average $34.
Other travel options to Padua take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 39m.
Tickets start at around $32 compared to roughly $81 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $50. The journey takes 3h 36m versus 3h 3m 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 Lucca to Padua trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 34079 · Regionale 17806 · Regionale Veloce 3966 | 5:00 AM Lucca station | 4h51 | 9:51 AM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34079+ FRECCIAROSSA 9400 | 5:00 AM Lucca station | 4h04 | 9:04 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 34081 · Regionale 17808 · Regionale Veloce 3970 | 6:09 AM Lucca station | 4h42 | 10:51 AM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34087 · Regionale TTPER 17814 · Regionale Veloce 3972 | 7:17 AM Lucca station | 4h34 | 11:51 AM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34091 · Regionale 17820 · Regionale Veloce 3974 | 8:21 AM Lucca station | 5h30 | 1:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18558 · Regionale Veloce 4020+ FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 8:49 AM Lucca station | 4h15 | 1:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83569 · Regionale 34097+ FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 9:28 AM San Pietro a Vico | 4h36 | 2:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34097 · Regionale 17822 · Regionale Veloce 3978 | 10:25 AM Lucca station | 4h26 | 2:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34097+ FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 10:25 AM Lucca station | 3h39 | 2:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 83573 · Regionale 34101+ Intercity 588 | 10:30 AM San Pietro a Vico | 5h28 | 3:58 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18566 · Regionale Veloce 4030+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 10:42 AM Lucca station | 4h22 | 3:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34101 · Regionale 17828 · Regionale Veloce 3982 | 12:23 PM Lucca station | 4h28 | 4:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34101+ Intercity 588 | 12:23 PM Lucca station | 3h35 | 3:58 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 34103+ FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 12:34 PM Lucca station | 4h30 | 5:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 34103 · Regionale 17830 · Regionale Veloce 3984 | 12:34 PM Lucca station | 5h17 | 5:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18568 · Regionale Veloce 4036+ FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 12:42 PM Lucca station | 4h22 | 5:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Treno 19171 effettuato con bus FI839 · Regionale 34107+ FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 1:40 PM San Pietro a Vico | 4h24 | 6:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34107 · Regionale 17834 · Regionale Veloce 3986 | 2:29 PM Lucca station | 4h22 | 6:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34107+ FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 2:29 PM Lucca station | 3h35 | 6:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 34098 · Regionale Veloce 4042+ FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 2:42 PM Lucca station | 4h22 | 7:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83575 · Regionale 34111+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 2:53 PM San Pietro a Vico | 5h11 | 8:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34111 · Regionale 17838 · Regionale Veloce 3990 | 3:31 PM Lucca station | 5h20 | 8:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34111+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 3:31 PM Lucca station | 4h33 | 8:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18582 · Regionale Veloce 4046+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 4:11 PM Lucca station | 3h53 | 8:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18586 · Regionale Veloce 4048+ Intercity 592 | 4:42 PM Lucca station | 4h38 | 9:20 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34117 · Regionale 17842 · Regionale Veloce 3992 | 5:32 PM Lucca station | 5h19 | 10:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18594+ Intercity 596+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 5:42 PM Lucca station | 5h09 | 10:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34119+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 6:32 PM Lucca station | 3h55 | 10:27 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 83691 · Regionale Veloce 4058+ FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 6:42 PM Lucca station | 4h22 | 11:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Lucca to Padua run on average 26 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 128 miles (206 km) distance in 3h 49m.
Distance 128 miles (206 km) |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 |
Trains per day 26 |
Fastest train 3h 49m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 10:33 PM |
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Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Padua — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Padua trip today.
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucca to Padua 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 Padua, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lucca to Padua trains use the Lucca to Padova station pair. Use this guide to compare Lucca and Padua train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lucca 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 Giglio, Osteria Baralla
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lucca. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lucca. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lucca: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lucca: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lucca: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grand Universe Lucca, Hotel Ilaria, Albergo San Martino.
S. Pietro A Vico is 4 km from Lucca city centre. Public transport options include:
S. Pietro A Vico has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
Available at S. Pietro A Vico: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
Ponte A Moriano is 7 km from Lucca city centre. Public transport options include:
Ponte A Moriano has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Ponte A Moriano.
ATMs are available at Ponte A Moriano.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ponte A Moriano.
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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