- 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.
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 €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 2 trains from Lucca to Padua, including 2 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 206 km distance in an average of 4 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 22 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 5 h 12 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.

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Trains from Lucca to Padua run on average 44 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 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 2h 50m.
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The table below shows live departures for Lucca to Padua trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Regionale 18463+ Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3972 | 6:54 AM Lucca station | 4h57 | 11:51 AM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18463+ FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 6:54 AM Lucca station | 4h10 | 11:04 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19149 · Regionale 18643+ FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 7:25 AM San Pietro a Vico | 4h39 | 12:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19001+ FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 8:05 AM Lucca station | 3h59 | 12:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18302 · Regionale Veloce 4018+ FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 8:18 AM Lucca station | 3h46 | 12:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19007 · Regionale 17820 · Regionale Veloce 3974 | 9:10 AM Lucca station | 4h41 | 1:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19007+ FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 9:10 AM Lucca station | 3h54 | 1:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Itabus | 1021 · 8908 | 9:25 AM Lucca station | 4h00 | 1:25 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19629 · Regionale 19009+ FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 9:38 AM San Pietro a Vico | 4h26 | 2:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19011+ FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 10:25 AM Lucca station | 3h39 | 2:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Itabus | 1041 · 8910 | 10:25 AM Lucca station | 4h00 | 2:25 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19161 · Regionale 19015+ Intercity 588 | 10:43 AM San Pietro a Vico | 5h15 | 3:58 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19161 · Regionale 19015+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 10:43 AM San Pietro a Vico | 4h21 | 3:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19015+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 11:25 AM Lucca station | 3h39 | 3:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19015 · Regionale 17824 · Regionale Veloce 3980 | 11:25 AM Lucca station | 4h26 | 3:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19015+ Intercity 588 | 11:25 AM Lucca station | 4h33 | 3:58 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18342 · Regionale Veloce 4034+ FRECCIAROSSA 9420 | 12:05 PM Lucca station | 3h59 | 4:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19017+ FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 12:39 PM Lucca station | 4h25 | 5:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19017 · Regionale TTPER 17850 · Regionale Veloce 3984 | 12:39 PM Lucca station | 5h12 | 5:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18344 · Regionale 18298+ FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 12:40 PM Lucca station | 4h24 | 5:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19199 · Regionale 19019+ FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 1:00 PM San Pietro a Vico | 5h04 | 6:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19021 · Regionale TTPER 17934 · Regionale Veloce 3986 | 2:07 PM Lucca station | 4h44 | 6:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19021+ FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 2:07 PM Lucca station | 3h57 | 6:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19023+ FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 2:48 PM Lucca station | 4h16 | 7:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19023 · Regionale 17836 · Regionale Veloce 3988 | 2:48 PM Lucca station | 5h03 | 7:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Itabus | 1023 · 8928 | 3:25 PM Lucca station | 4h00 | 7:25 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19025 · Regionale 17838 · Regionale Veloce 3990 | 3:34 PM Lucca station | 5h17 | 8:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19025+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 3:34 PM Lucca station | 4h30 | 8:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18376 · Regionale Veloce 4046+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 4:07 PM Lucca station | 3h57 | 8:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Itabus | 1043 · 8920 | 4:25 PM Lucca station | 4h00 | 8:25 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19029+ FRECCIAROSSA 9430 | 4:50 PM Lucca station | 4h14 | 9:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19063 · Regionale TTPER 17936 · Regionale Veloce 3992 | 5:33 PM Lucca station | 5h18 | 10:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19103+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 6:15 PM Lucca station | 4h12 | 10:27 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19105+ Intercity 1588+ FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 6:49 PM Lucca station | 4h15 | 11:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Lucca to Padua with Italo, Frecciarossa, and Regionale. Night trains available on this route with Intercity Notte. High-speed trains available on this route with Italo and Frecciarossa. Regional trains available on this route with Regionale. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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 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.
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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