- 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
€30
Average price
€65
Fastest journey
5 h 24 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
686 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Naples Centrale to Novara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naples Centrale to Novara will cost around €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 31 trains that leave Naples Centrale for Novara on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 686 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 24 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 5 h 24 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.
InterCityNotte 798
Intercity 590+
Regionale Veloce 2044
InterCityNotte 796+
Regionale TRENORD 10028 · Regionale TRENORD 11256
InterCityNotte 796+
Regionale Veloce 2019
FRECCIAROSSA 9612+
Regionale Veloce 2022
FRECCIAROSSA 9612+
Regionale Veloce 2022
FRECCIAROSSA 9634+
Regionale Veloce 2032
FRECCIAROSSA 9638+
Regionale Veloce 2034
FRECCIAROSSA 9646+
Regionale Veloce 2038
FRECCIAROSSA 9630+
Regionale Veloce 2030Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Naples Centrale to Novara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €17.
Distance: 426 miles (686 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€61 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest | €84 Average price | €206 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 39m Average total duration 11h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Naples Centrale to Novara:
A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Naples Centrale to Novara costing on average €61.
A bus is €42 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Naples Centrale to Novara costing on average €84.
Other travel options to Novara take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 18m.
Bus takes on average 11h 9m.
The journey is about 42m faster (7h 18m by train vs 8h 0m by car) and roughly €144 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€61 vs €206). 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 Intercity Notte, Italo, 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 Naples Centrale to Novara trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:35 PM Naples Centrale | 10h25 | 6:00 AM Novara | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:33 PM Naples Centrale | 10h27 | 7:00 AM Novara | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9606+ Regionale TRENORD 2934 · Regionale TRENORD 2231 | 5:09 AM Naples Centrale | 6h40 | 11:49 AM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9606 · FRECCIAROSSA 9508+ Regionale Veloce 2020 | 5:09 AM Naples Centrale | 5h45 | 10:54 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9612+ Regionale Veloce 2022 | 6:30 AM Naples Centrale | 5h24 | 11:54 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9616+ Regionale Veloce 2024 | 6:55 AM Naples Centrale | 5h59 | 12:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490 · FRECCIAROSSA 9618+ Regionale Veloce 2024 | 7:09 AM Naples Centrale | 5h45 | 12:54 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 510+ Regionale 11276 · Regionale 11530 | 7:31 AM Naples Centrale | 11h56 | 7:27 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 510+ Regionale 11276 | 7:31 AM Naples Centrale | 11h21 | 6:52 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9622+ Regionale Veloce 2026 · Regionale 11520 | 8:25 AM Naples Centrale | 6h02 | 2:27 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9622+ Regionale Veloce 2026 | 8:25 AM Naples Centrale | 5h29 | 1:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524+ Regionale Veloce 2028 | 8:40 AM Naples Centrale | 6h14 | 2:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524+ Regionale Veloce 2028 · Regionale 11522 | 8:40 AM Naples Centrale | 6h47 | 3:27 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+ Regionale TRENORD 2428 · Regionale 11527 | 8:55 AM Naples Centrale | 7h28 | 4:23 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310 · FRECCIAROSSA 9626+ Regionale Veloce 2028 | 8:55 AM Naples Centrale | 5h59 | 2:54 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+ S1 TRENORD 25744 · Regionale TRENORD 2249 | 8:55 AM Naples Centrale | 6h54 | 3:49 PM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 2044 | 9:15 AM Naples Centrale | 13h39 | 10:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9630+ Regionale Veloce 2030 | 10:30 AM Naples Centrale | 5h24 | 3:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9634+ Regionale Veloce 2032 | 11:30 AM Naples Centrale | 5h24 | 4:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9634+ Regionale Veloce 2032 · Regionale 11526 | 11:30 AM Naples Centrale | 5h57 | 5:27 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9638+ Regionale Veloce 2034 | 12:30 PM Naples Centrale | 5h24 | 5:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9638+ Regionale Veloce 2034 · Regionale 11528 | 12:30 PM Naples Centrale | 5h57 | 6:27 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9640+ Regionale Veloce 2036 · Regionale 11530 | 12:55 PM Naples Centrale | 6h32 | 7:27 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9640+ Regionale Veloce 2036 | 12:55 PM Naples Centrale | 5h59 | 6:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9646+ Regionale Veloce 2038 | 2:30 PM Naples Centrale | 5h24 | 7:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9648+ Regionale Veloce 2040 | 3:00 PM Naples Centrale | 5h54 | 8:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428 · FRECCIAROSSA 9650+ Regionale Veloce 2040 | 3:10 PM Naples Centrale | 5h44 | 8:54 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9652+ Regionale Veloce 2042 | 3:55 PM Naples Centrale | 5h59 | 9:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9430 · FRECCIAROSSA 9658+ Regionale Veloce 2042 | 4:09 PM Naples Centrale | 5h45 | 9:54 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Naples Centrale to Novara run on average 28 times per day, taking around 7h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €17 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:09, the last at 20:35. The fastest train covers the 426 miles (686 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 426 miles (686 km) |
Average train duration 7h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 45m |
First train 3:09 AM |
Last train 8:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Discover the best of Novara — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Novara trip today.
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Naples Centrale 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 Naples Centrale to Novara trains use the Napoli Centrale to Novara station pair, with some services arriving at Vignale. Use this guide to compare Naples Centrale and Novara train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Napoli Centrale is 2 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Tentazioni Cafe, Burger King, VyTA Boulangerie, Time Cafè, Caffè Toraldo, Chalet Ciro, Cibiamo, Chef Express, Eccellenze Della Costiera, 100 Montaditos, & more
Free WiFi throughout the station. ATMs are located at various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 21:10. Information desks are located on the ground floor in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is kiPoint luggage storage is located close to Platform 2, open daily from 06:00 to 23:00. .
Available at Napoli Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Napoli Centrale: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli Centrale: The station is fully accessible. The Sala Blu office provides services and assists customers with disabilities. .
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Europa, Starhotels Terminus, B&B Hotel Napoli.
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.
Vignale is 4 km from Novara city centre. Public transport options include:
Vignale has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Vignale.
ATMs are available at Vignale.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vignale.
Novara Nord is 1 km from Novara city centre. Public transport options include:
Novara Nord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Novara Nord.
ATMs are available at Novara Nord.
Available at Novara Nord: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Novara Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Novara Nord.
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