- 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 Sep 21
$6
Average ticket price on Sep 21
$7
Fastest journey on Sep 21
31 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
37 m
Trains on Sep 21
34
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mestre to Padua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mestre to Padua will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
It's difficult to get from Mestre to Padua without transferring at least once.
Regionale 16121 · Regionale Veloce 3963
Regionale 16787 · Regionale Veloce 3979
Regionale 16801 · Regionale Veloce 3983
Regionale 16757 · Regionale Veloce 3482
Regionale 16793 · Regionale Veloce 3981
Regionale 16811 · Regionale Veloce 3967
Regionale 16037+
FRECCIAROSSA 9401
Regionale 16787 · Regionale Veloce 3979
Regionale 16801 · Regionale Veloce 3983
Regionale 16821 · Regionale Veloce 3989Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mestre to Padua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, while a bus costs an average of $78.
Distance: 18 miles (29 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Mestre to Padua:
A train is $68 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Mestre to Padua costing on average $78.
Other travel options to Padua take longer:
Bus takes on average 41m.
The journey is about 10m faster (22m by train vs 32m by car) and roughly $0.70 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($10 vs $11). 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, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, Intercity.
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 Mestre to Padua trains for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 16856 · Regionale Veloce 3858 · Regionale 3997 | 9:02 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1h05 | 10:07 AM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16680 · Regionale Veloce 3632 | 9:58 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h40 | 10:38 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17277 · Regionale Veloce 3971 | 10:26 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h41 | 11:07 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16232+ FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 11:58 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h56 | 12:54 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16777 · Regionale Veloce 3975 | 12:26 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h41 | 1:07 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16787 · Regionale Veloce 3979 | 2:28 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h39 | 3:07 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16768 · Regionale Veloce 3502 | 3:58 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h40 | 4:38 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16801 · Regionale Veloce 3983 | 4:28 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h39 | 5:07 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16812 · Regionale Veloce 3665 · Regionale Veloce 3506 | 5:34 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1h04 | 6:38 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16815 · Regionale Veloce 3987 | 6:28 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h39 | 7:07 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16258 · Regionale 17146 | 6:58 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h53 | 7:51 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16258 · Regionale Veloce 3508 | 6:58 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h40 | 7:38 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16878 · Regionale Veloce 3894 · Regionale Veloce 3989 | 7:02 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1h05 | 8:07 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16822 · Regionale 16242 · Regionale Veloce 3574 | 7:34 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1h04 | 8:38 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16825 · Regionale Veloce 3518 | 8:28 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1h10 | 9:38 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16831 · Regionale 17238 | 9:26 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h52 | 10:18 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16831 · Regionale Veloce 3993 | 9:26 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h42 | 10:08 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16830 · Regionale 16022 · Regionale 16866 | 9:34 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 2h56 | 12:30 AM Padova | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, September 21 | |||||
Regionale 16037 · Regionale Veloce 3961 | 5:18 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h52 | 6:10 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16037+ FRECCIAROSSA 9401 | 5:18 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h36 | 5:54 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16845 · Regionale Veloce 3478 | 5:56 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h42 | 6:38 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16121 · Regionale Veloce 3963 | 6:26 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h41 | 7:07 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16757 · Regionale Veloce 3482 | 6:56 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h42 | 7:38 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16836 · Regionale Veloce 3637+ FRECCIAROSSA 9405 | 7:04 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h50 | 7:54 AM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16759 · Regionale Veloce 3965 | 7:27 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h40 | 8:07 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16870 · Regionale Veloce 3486 | 7:58 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h40 | 8:38 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16811 · Regionale Veloce 3967 | 8:36 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h31 | 9:07 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16874 · Regionale Veloce 3428 | 8:58 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 0h40 | 9:38 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Mestre to Padua run on average 62 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 but you can travel from only $2 by bus.
There are 36 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 18 miles (29 km) distance in 10m.
Distance 18 miles (29 km) |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Trains per day 62 |
Direct trains 36 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mestre 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 Mestre to Padua trains use the Venezia Mestre to Padova station pair. Use this guide to compare Mestre and Padua train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venezia Mestre Ospedale is 2 km from Mestre city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre Ospedale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Venezia Mestre Ospedale.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia Mestre Ospedale. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Venezia Mestre Ospedale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre Ospedale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre Ospedale.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Villa Sara, Hotel Altieri, Hotel Ducale.
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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