- Must visit
Museo del Violino
Cremona’s flagship violin museum celebrates Stradivari and local luthiery with master instruments, multimedia displays, and a concert auditorium.
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Parma to Cremona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Parma to Cremona will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
It's difficult to get from Parma to Cremona without transferring at least once.
Regionale TTPER 2472 · Regionale TTPER 11028
Regionale TTPER 17426 · Regionale TTPER 11038
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454 · Regionale TTPER 11012
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462 · Regionale TTPER 11018
Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale TTPER 11014
Intercity 590+
Regionale TTPER 11038
Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale TTPER 11014
Regionale TTPER 17426 · Regionale TTPER 11038
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454 · Regionale TTPER 11012
Regionale TTPER 2472 · Regionale TTPER 11028Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Parma to Cremona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Parma to Cremona:
A train is $0.17 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Parma to Cremona costing on average $8.
Other travel options to Cremona take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 10m.
Tickets start at around $8 compared to roughly $18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $10. The journey takes 58m versus 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Regionale.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Parma to Cremona 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 8802+ Regionale TRENORD 2159 | 8:15 AM Parma station | 2h08 | 10:23 AM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462 · Regionale TTPER 11018 | 9:00 AM Parma station | 1h28 | 10:28 AM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10822 · Regionale TRENORD 2166 | 9:45 AM Parma station | 1h43 | 11:28 AM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10824 · Autobus TRENORD 4046A | 10:45 AM Parma station | 2h36 | 1:21 PM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10826 · Regionale TRENORD 2170 | 11:45 AM Parma station | 1h43 | 1:28 PM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10828 · Regionale TRENORD 10006 | 12:45 PM Parma station | 2h00 | 2:45 PM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TRENORD 10870 · Autobus TRENORD 3905A | 1:00 PM Parma station | 2h25 | 3:25 PM Cremona station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 2472 · Regionale TTPER 11028 | 2:12 PM Parma station | 1h16 | 3:28 PM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10832 · Regionale TRENORD 10008 | 2:45 PM Parma station | 2h25 | 5:10 PM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10834 · Regionale TRENORD 2178 | 3:45 PM Parma station | 1h43 | 5:28 PM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 608+ Regionale TRENORD 2175 | 4:06 PM Parma station | 2h17 | 6:23 PM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10836 · Regionale TRENORD 2180 | 4:50 PM Parma station | 1h45 | 6:35 PM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10838 · Regionale TRENORD 2182 | 5:45 PM Parma station | 1h43 | 7:28 PM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17426 · Regionale TTPER 11038 | 7:18 PM Parma station | 1h10 | 8:28 PM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale TTPER 11038 | 7:24 PM Parma station | 1h04 | 8:28 PM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10842 · Regionale TRENORD 2186 | 7:45 PM Parma station | 1h43 | 9:28 PM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2486 · Regionale TRENORD 10785 | 9:00 PM Parma station | 1h55 | 10:55 PM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 596+ Regionale TRENORD 2185 | 9:40 PM Parma station | 1h55 | 11:35 PM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
Regionale TRENORD 10812 · Regionale TRENORD 2156 | 4:45 AM Parma station | 2h06 | 6:51 AM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10814 · Regionale TRENORD 2158 | 5:45 AM Parma station | 1h43 | 7:28 AM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454 · Regionale TTPER 11012 | 6:27 AM Parma station | 1h10 | 7:37 AM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale TTPER 11014 | 7:34 AM Parma station | 1h08 | 8:42 AM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10818 · Regionale TRENORD 2162 | 7:45 AM Parma station | 1h43 | 9:28 AM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460 · Regionale TRENORD 2159 | 8:08 AM Parma station | 2h15 | 10:23 AM Cremona station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Parma to Cremona run on average 23 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 but you can travel from only $7 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 49m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 4:56 AM |
Last train 10:33 PM |
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Discover the best of Cremona — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cremona trip today.
Cremona’s flagship violin museum celebrates Stradivari and local luthiery with master instruments, multimedia displays, and a concert auditorium.
This museum inside the cathedral complex preserves sacred art, liturgical objects, and works that illuminate Cremona’s religious history.
The city museum presents archaeology, local history, and art collections, offering a broad introduction to Cremona beyond violin making.
Cremona’s main square gathers the cathedral, baptistery, town hall, and loggia, making it the essential starting point for any visit.
A lively central square lined with arcades and shops, ideal for people-watching and understanding Cremona’s daily urban rhythm.
This principal shopping street cuts through the historic center and offers an easy walk between monuments, boutiques, and elegant facades.
Fresh filled pasta with braised beef, Grana Padano, breadcrumbs, nutmeg and lemon zest. A signature first course of Cremona, especially festive and deeply local.
Slow-cooked beef from the shoulder, traditionally boiled and served with salsa verde or mostarda. A classic Lombard dish strongly tied to Cremonese home cooking.
Candied fruit preserved in spicy mustard syrup. Cremona is Italy's most famous home of mostarda, served with cheeses, boiled meats and holiday meals.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in nearby Castelverde, known for refined Italian tasting menus and polished service in a contemporary setting.
Well-known casual trattoria style venue for regional specialties, including hearty pasta and meat dishes, with a convivial local feel.
Historic, traditional restaurant in central Cremona serving classic Cremonese and Lombard dishes in a warm, old-world atmosphere.
Moderate for northern Italy. Hotels and restaurants are usually cheaper than Milan, while local transit and coffee remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated; small change for taxis and cafés is enough.
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Cremona Railway Station -> Piazza del Comune
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Parma to Cremona 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 Cremona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Parma to Cremona trains use the Parma to Cremona station pair. Use this guide to compare Parma and Cremona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Parma 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: Angiol d'Or, Enoteca Fontana
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Parma. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Parma. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Parma: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Parma: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Parma: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include NH Parma, Hotel Torino, Hotel Button.
Cremona is 1 km from Cremona city centre. Public transport options include:
Cremona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Violino, Trattoria Cerri
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Cremona. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Cremona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cremona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cremona: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cremona: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Impero, Delle Arti Design Hotel, Hotel Astoria.
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