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Museo di Palazzo Ducale
Historic ducal apartments, chapels, and masterpieces across one of Europe’s largest palace museums; essential for understanding Mantua’s court culture.
Cheapest price
€78
Average price
€89
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 12 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
551 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Napoli Afragola to Mantua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Napoli Afragola to Mantua will cost around €89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €78.
Of the 2 trains that leave Napoli Afragola for Mantua on Wed, Aug 05, 2 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 551 km distance in an average of 5 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 5 h 13 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Napoli Afragola to Mantua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €77.
Distance: 342 miles (551 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€90 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest | €94 Average price | €108 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 1m Average total duration 12h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Napoli Afragola to Mantua:
A bus is €43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Napoli Afragola to Mantua costing on average €90.
A bus is €47 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Napoli Afragola to Mantua costing on average €94.
Other travel options to Mantua take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 6m.
Bus takes on average 12h 31m.
The journey is about 1h 11m faster (5h 6m by train vs 6h 17m by car) and roughly €18 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€90 vs €108). 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.
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 Napoli Afragola to Mantua trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:10 AM Napoli Afragola | 5h10 | 2:20 PM Mantua | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:04 PM Napoli Afragola | 5h13 | 9:17 PM Mantua | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Napoli Afragola to Mantua run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €57 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 09:10, the last at 19:28. The fastest train covers the 342 miles (551 km) distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 342 miles (551 km) |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €57 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 5h 10m |
First train 9:10 AM |
Last train 7:28 PM |
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Historic ducal apartments, chapels, and masterpieces across one of Europe’s largest palace museums; essential for understanding Mantua’s court culture.
Celebrated museum palace with frescoed rooms, temporary exhibitions, and Giulio Romano’s architecture; a cornerstone of Mantua’s artistic identity.
Archaeology museum displaying local prehistoric, Etruscan, and Roman finds; a useful complement to the city’s better-known Renaissance attractions.
Mantua’s monumental main square, framed by the Ducal Palace, cathedral, and civic buildings; the best place to grasp the city’s historic power.
Lively medieval square with market atmosphere, arcades, and major monuments; ideal for people-watching and easy access to the old center.
Elegant square beside Sant’Andrea, known for arcaded buildings and its central role in city events, walks, and daily local life.
Pumpkin-filled pasta with amaretti, mostarda, Parmigiano and spices. A signature Mantuan first course balancing sweet and savory flavors.
Slow-braised donkey stew, usually served with polenta. A rustic Lombard-Mantuan specialty rooted in the area’s farming tradition.
Air-dried salami made from coarsely ground pork and garlic. It is one of Mantua’s best-known cured meats and a classic local starter.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the city center, known for refined interpretations of Mantuan cuisine in a historic, intimate setting.
Historic traditional restaurant celebrated for classic Mantuan dishes such as tortelli di zucca and local meats in a polished atmosphere.
Well-known osteria offering hearty regional cooking, house specialties and a relaxed, authentic setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Milan or Venice, while local buses and everyday cafes remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up at cafes and taxis; leave 5-10% at restaurants only for especially good service.
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Mantova Railway Station -> Piazza Sordello, Mantua
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Napoli Afragola to Mantua 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 Mantua, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Napoli Afragola to Mantua trains use the Napoli Afragola to Mantova station pair, with some services arriving at Borgochiesanuova. Use this guide to compare Napoli Afragola and Mantua train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Napoli Afragola is 1 km from Afragola city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli Afragola has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Chef Express, Atmosfera 94
Free Wi-Fi throughout the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:40 - 20:00.
Available at Napoli Afragola: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli Afragola: The station is fully accessible, including step-free access throughout the station, handicapped restrooms, and staff assistance available on request.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Caribe, Living Bed and Breakfast, Rama Palace Hotel.
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.
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