- Must visit
Museo Faraggiana Ferrandi
Novara’s main museum, inside the castle, with archaeology, art, and local history collections that give an excellent introduction to the city and province.
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
5 h 7 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mantua to Novara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mantua to Novara will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 1 trains that leave Mantua for Novara on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 173 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 7 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 5 h 7 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 Mantua to Novara run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 19:29. The fastest train covers the 107 miles (173 km) distance in 5h 7m.
Distance 107 miles (173 km) |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 5h 7m |
First train 4:46 AM |
Last train 7:29 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Novara’s main museum, inside the castle, with archaeology, art, and local history collections that give an excellent introduction to the city and province.
Civic gallery housed in the Broletto, featuring modern and contemporary works with a strong local focus. A rewarding stop for art in a historic setting.
Museum section dedicated to archaeology and the area’s earliest history. Useful for understanding Novara from Roman times through later centuries.
Novara’s principal central square, framed by major civic landmarks. Ideal for orientation, people-watching, and experiencing the city’s historic core.
Historic center walking area around the Broletto, cathedral, and castle. Best choice for a self-guided walk covering Novara’s main monuments on foot.
The cathedral square, surrounded by key monuments and elegant urban space. A top stop for architecture, photos, and access to Novara’s religious center.
Paniscia novarese is Novara's signature risotto with rice, beans, cabbage, salami della duja and red wine, prized as a hearty farmhouse dish from the surrounding rice fields.
Salame della duja is a soft cured pork salami preserved in lard or fat, a historic Novara specialty once stored for winter and often served with rustic bread or polenta.
Gorgonzola, produced widely in the Novara area, is a famous blue cheese with creamy texture and bold flavor that reflects the region's long dairy tradition.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the countryside near Novara, known for refined Piedmontese cuisine, seasonal tasting menus and polished service.
Historic, traditional restaurant in central Novara serving local Piedmont dishes in a classic setting, with strong focus on regional ingredients and wines.
Well-regarded casual venue for Novarese and Piedmont cooking, appreciated for hearty local specialties, risotto dishes and an unfussy atmosphere.
Moderate for northern Italy; hotels and dining cost less than Milan, while local transit and everyday cafes remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest in Italy. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Novara Railway Station -> Piazza Martiri della Libertà, Novara
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mantua to Novara 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 Novara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mantua to Novara trains use the Mantova to Novara station pair. Use this guide to compare Mantua and Novara train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mantova is 1 km from Mantua city centre. Public transport options include:
Mantova 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 Masseria, Osteria dell'Oca
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Mantova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Mantova. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mantova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mantova: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mantova.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Casa Poli, Hotel La Favorita, Hotel Broletto.
Borgochiesanuova is 3 km from Mantua city centre. Public transport options include:
Borgochiesanuova has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Available at Borgochiesanuova: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Borgochiesanuova.
Novara is 1 km from Novara city centre. Public transport options include:
Novara 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 Pizzeria Marechiaro, Osteria del Gallo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Novara. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Novara. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Novara: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Novara: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Novara: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cavour, Hotel La Bussola, Hotel Croce di Malta.
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