- 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
$23
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
1 h 57 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
109
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale to Padua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Centrale to Padua will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 109 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Padua on Sat, Jul 18, 23 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 18 the direct trains cover the 209 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .
On Sat, Jul 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 57 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.
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale Veloce 3497
Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale Veloce 3501
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3547
Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale Veloce 3549
Regionale TRENORD 2613 · Regionale Veloce 3489
8981
8973
8993
8995
8983Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Padua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $110.
Distance: 129 miles (209 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $96 Average price | $160 Average price | $68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 9m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan Centrale to Padua:
A train is $71 (€59) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan Centrale to Padua costing on average $96 (€79).
A train is $135 (€111) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Centrale to Padua costing on average $160 (€131).
Other travel options to Padua take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 27m.
Flight takes on average 8h 9m.
The journey is about 14m faster (2h 21m by train vs 2h 35m by car) and roughly $43 (€36) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($25 (€20) vs $68 (€56)). 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 Frecciarossa, Italo.
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 Milan Centrale to Padua trains for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale Veloce 3549 | 8:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h55 | 11:20 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9763 | 8:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2h02 | 10:47 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
Regionale TRENORD 2613+ 8977 | On time 6:25 AM Milan Centrale | 5h07 | 11:32 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2613 · Regionale Veloce 3489 | 6:25 AM Milan Centrale | 2h55 | 9:20 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2613+ 8973 | On time 6:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h07 | 9:32 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2613+ 8981 | On time 6:25 AM Milan Centrale | 7h07 | 1:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9703+ 8977 | On time 6:45 AM Milan Centrale | 4h47 | 11:32 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9703+ 8973 | On time 6:45 AM Milan Centrale | 2h47 | 9:32 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9703 | 6:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1h59 | 8:44 AM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9703+ 8981 | On time 6:45 AM Milan Centrale | 6h47 | 1:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9705 | 7:15 AM Milan Centrale | 1h59 | 9:14 AM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2615+ 8981 | On time 7:25 AM Milan Centrale | 6h07 | 1:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2615 · Regionale Veloce 3485 | 7:25 AM Milan Centrale | 2h55 | 10:20 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2615+ 8977 | On time 7:25 AM Milan Centrale | 4h07 | 11:32 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2615+ 8983 | On time 7:25 AM Milan Centrale | 7h07 | 2:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
8973 | On time 7:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1h57 | 9:32 AM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9707 | 7:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1h59 | 9:44 AM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9707+ 8981 | On time 7:45 AM Milan Centrale | 5h47 | 1:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9707+ 8983 | On time 7:45 AM Milan Centrale | 6h47 | 2:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9707+ 8977 | On time 7:45 AM Milan Centrale | 3h47 | 11:32 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2617+ 8981 | On time 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 5h07 | 1:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2617+ 8977 | On time 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h07 | 11:32 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2617 · Regionale Veloce 3495 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 2h55 | 11:20 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2617+ 8983 | On time 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 6h07 | 2:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9710 | 8:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1h59 | 10:44 AM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9710+ 8977 | On time 8:45 AM Milan Centrale | 2h47 | 11:32 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2657+ 8983 | On time 8:50 AM Milan Centrale | 5h42 | 2:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2657+ 8981 | On time 8:50 AM Milan Centrale | 4h42 | 1:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale Veloce 3513 | 9:25 AM Milan Centrale | 2h55 | 12:20 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619+ 8981 | On time 9:25 AM Milan Centrale | 4h07 | 1:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619+ 8993 | On time 9:25 AM Milan Centrale | 10h07 | 7:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619+ 8983 | On time 9:25 AM Milan Centrale | 5h07 | 2:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
8977 | On time 9:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1h57 | 11:32 AM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9717 | 9:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1h59 | 11:44 AM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9717+ 8983 | On time 9:45 AM Milan Centrale | 4h47 | 2:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9717+ 8993 | On time 9:45 AM Milan Centrale | 9h47 | 7:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9717+ 8981 | On time 9:45 AM Milan Centrale | 3h47 | 1:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2621+ 8981 | On time 10:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h07 | 1:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2621+ 8983 | On time 10:25 AM Milan Centrale | 4h07 | 2:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2621+ 8993 | On time 10:25 AM Milan Centrale | 9h07 | 7:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2621 · Regionale Veloce 3613 | 10:25 AM Milan Centrale | 2h55 | 1:20 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9709+ 8993 | On time 10:45 AM Milan Centrale | 8h47 | 7:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9709 | 10:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1h59 | 12:44 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9709+ 8981 | On time 10:45 AM Milan Centrale | 2h47 | 1:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9709+ 8983 | On time 10:45 AM Milan Centrale | 3h47 | 2:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623+ 8993 | On time 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 8h07 | 7:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale Veloce 3497 | 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 2h55 | 2:20 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623+ 8995 | On time 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 9h07 | 8:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623+ 8983 | On time 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h07 | 2:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
8981 | On time 11:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1h57 | 1:32 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9723+ 8983 | On time 11:45 AM Milan Centrale | 2h47 | 2:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9723+ 8993 | On time 11:45 AM Milan Centrale | 7h47 | 7:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9723 | 11:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1h59 | 1:44 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9723+ 8995 | On time 11:45 AM Milan Centrale | 8h47 | 8:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625+ 8997 | On time 12:25 PM Milan Centrale | 9h07 | 9:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625+ 8995 | On time 12:25 PM Milan Centrale | 8h07 | 8:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625+ 8993 | On time 12:25 PM Milan Centrale | 7h07 | 7:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale Veloce 3499 | 12:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h55 | 3:20 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
8983 | On time 12:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1h57 | 2:32 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9727+ 8997 | On time 12:45 PM Milan Centrale | 8h47 | 9:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9727+ 8995 | On time 12:45 PM Milan Centrale | 7h47 | 8:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9727 | 12:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1h59 | 2:44 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9727+ 8993 | On time 12:45 PM Milan Centrale | 6h47 | 7:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627+ 8993 | On time 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 6h07 | 7:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627+ 8997 | On time 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 8h07 | 9:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627+ 8995 | On time 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 7h07 | 8:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3503 | 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h55 | 4:20 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9731+ 8995 | On time 1:45 PM Milan Centrale | 6h47 | 8:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9731+ 8993 | On time 1:45 PM Milan Centrale | 5h47 | 7:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9731+ 8997 | On time 1:45 PM Milan Centrale | 7h47 | 9:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9731 | 1:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1h59 | 3:44 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9733 | 2:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1h59 | 4:14 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629+ 8995 | On time 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 6h07 | 8:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629+ 8993 | On time 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 5h07 | 7:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale Veloce 3505 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h55 | 5:20 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629+ 8997 | On time 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 7h07 | 9:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9735+ 8997 | On time 2:45 PM Milan Centrale | 6h47 | 9:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9735+ 8993 | On time 2:45 PM Milan Centrale | 4h47 | 7:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9735 | 2:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1h59 | 4:44 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9735+ 8995 | On time 2:45 PM Milan Centrale | 5h47 | 8:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 3:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1h59 | 5:14 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3507 | 3:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h55 | 6:20 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631+ 8993 | On time 3:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h07 | 7:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631+ 8997 | On time 3:25 PM Milan Centrale | 6h07 | 9:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631+ 8995 | On time 3:25 PM Milan Centrale | 5h07 | 8:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9741+ 8993 | On time 3:45 PM Milan Centrale | 3h47 | 7:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9741+ 8995 | On time 3:45 PM Milan Centrale | 4h47 | 8:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9741 | 3:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1h59 | 5:44 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9741+ 8997 | On time 3:45 PM Milan Centrale | 5h47 | 9:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3547 | 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h55 | 7:20 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633+ 8993 | On time 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h07 | 7:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633+ 8997 | On time 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 5h07 | 9:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633+ 8995 | On time 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h07 | 8:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8819 · FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 4:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2h29 | 7:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 5:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1h59 | 7:14 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9749+ 8993 | On time 5:15 PM Milan Centrale | 2h17 | 7:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635+ 8997 | On time 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h07 | 9:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3523 | 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h55 | 8:20 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635+ 8995 | On time 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h07 | 8:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 5:30 PM Milan Centrale | 2h34 | 8:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
8993 | On time 5:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1h57 | 7:32 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale Veloce 3501 | 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h57 | 9:22 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2637+ 8997 | On time 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h07 | 9:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
8995 | On time 6:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1h57 | 8:32 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9755 | 6:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1h59 | 8:44 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9755+ 8997 | On time 6:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2h47 | 9:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9757+ 8997 | On time 7:15 PM Milan Centrale | 2h17 | 9:32 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9757 | 7:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1h59 | 9:14 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
8997 | On time 7:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1h57 | 9:32 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Milan Centrale to Padua run on average 36 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 19:45. The fastest train covers the 129 miles (209 km) distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 129 miles (209 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 36 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 7:45 PM |
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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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