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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 20
$29
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$38
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 4 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 8 m
Trains on Sep 20
28
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Novara to Padua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Novara to Padua will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
It's difficult to get from Novara to Padua without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce 2029 · Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3551
Regionale Veloce 2015 · Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale Veloce 3513
Regionale Veloce 33431 · Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale 3499
Regionale Veloce 2011 · Regionale TRENORD 2615 · Regionale Veloce 3485
S6 TRENORD 24617 · Regionale TRENORD 2655 · Regionale Veloce 22469
Regionale Veloce 2027+
FRECCIAROSSA 9737
Regionale Veloce 2011+
FRECCIAROSSA 9705
Regionale Veloce 2033+
FRECCIAROSSA 9753
Regionale Veloce 2031+
FRECCIAROSSA 9749
Regionale Veloce 2015+
FRECCIAROSSA 9715Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Novara to Padua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, while a bus costs an average of $486.
Distance: 158 miles (255 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $430 Average price | $486 Average price |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Novara to Padua:
A train is $413 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Novara to Padua costing on average $430.
A train is $469 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Novara to Padua costing on average $486.
Other travel options to Padua take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 8m.
Bus takes on average 4h 9m.
The table below shows live departures for Novara to Padua trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 2011+ FRECCIAROSSA 9705 | 6:05 AM Novara station | 3h09 | 9:14 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2011 · Regionale TRENORD 2615 · Regionale Veloce 3485 | 6:05 AM Novara station | 4h15 | 10:20 AM Padova | 2 transfers | |
S6 TRENORD 24617 · Regionale TRENORD 2655 · Regionale Veloce 22469 | 6:18 AM Novara station | 4h41 | 10:59 AM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2013 · Regionale TRENORD 2617 · Regionale Veloce 3495 | 7:05 AM Novara station | 4h15 | 11:20 AM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2013+ FRECCIAROSSA 9709 | 7:05 AM Novara station | 3h09 | 10:14 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2015 · Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale Veloce 3513 | 8:05 AM Novara station | 4h15 | 12:20 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2015+ FRECCIAROSSA 9715 | 8:05 AM Novara station | 3h09 | 11:14 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2017 · Regionale TRENORD 2621 · Regionale 17319 | 9:05 AM Novara station | 5h03 | 2:08 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2017+ FRECCIAROSSA 9527 · FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 9:05 AM Novara station | 3h59 | 1:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2019+ FRECCIAROSSA 9723 | 10:05 AM Novara station | 3h39 | 1:44 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2019 · Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale Veloce 3497 | 10:05 AM Novara station | 4h15 | 2:20 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 33431 · Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale 3499 | 11:05 AM Novara station | 4h15 | 3:20 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2023+ FRECCIAROSSA 9731 | 12:05 PM Novara station | 3h39 | 3:44 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2023 · Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3503 | 12:05 PM Novara station | 4h15 | 4:20 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2025 · Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale Veloce 3505 | 1:05 PM Novara station | 4h15 | 5:20 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2025+ FRECCIAROSSA 9733 | 1:05 PM Novara station | 3h09 | 4:14 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2027+ FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 2:10 PM Novara station | 3h04 | 5:14 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2027 · Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3507 | 2:10 PM Novara station | 4h10 | 6:20 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2029 · Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3551 | 3:05 PM Novara station | 4h15 | 7:20 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2029+ FRECCIAROSSA 9743 | 3:05 PM Novara station | 3h09 | 6:14 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2031+ FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 4:05 PM Novara station | 3h09 | 7:14 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2031 · Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3422 | 4:05 PM Novara station | 4h15 | 8:20 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2033+ FRECCIAROSSA 9753 | 5:05 PM Novara station | 3h09 | 8:14 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2033 · Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale Veloce 3501 | 5:05 PM Novara station | 4h17 | 9:22 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2035+ FRECCIAROSSA 9757 | 6:05 PM Novara station | 3h09 | 9:14 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
S6 TRENORD 24665+ FRECCIAROSSA 9759 | 6:18 PM Novara station | 3h24 | 9:42 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2037 · Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale 3521 | 7:05 PM Novara station | 4h15 | 11:20 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2037+ FRECCIAROSSA 9763 | 7:05 PM Novara station | 3h42 | 10:47 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Novara to Padua run on average 98 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:28, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 158 miles (255 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 158 miles (255 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 |
Trains per day 98 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 1:28 AM |
Last train 8:18 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 Novara 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 Novara to Padua trains use the Novara to Padova station pair. Use this guide to compare Novara and Padua train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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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