- Must visit
Museo Civico e Pinacoteca del Palazzo Malatestiano
Main civic museum with archaeology, paintings, and local history collections inside the former Malatesta palace complex.
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Parma to Fano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Parma to Fano will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 1 trains that leave Parma for Fano 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 240 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 10 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 Parma to Fano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €21, and a bus costs an average of €11.
Distance: 149 miles (240 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€22 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price | €43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Parma to Fano:
A train is €10 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Parma to Fano costing on average €31.
Other travel options to Fano take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 12m.
Tickets start at around €22 compared to roughly €43 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €21. The journey takes 3h 12m versus 2h 31m 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, Intercity.
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 Fano 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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![]() | 11:27 AM Parma | 3h10 | 2:37 PM Fano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Parma to Fano run on average 24 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 149 miles (240 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 149 miles (240 km) |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 11:34 PM |
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Discover the best of Fano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Fano trip today.
Main civic museum with archaeology, paintings, and local history collections inside the former Malatesta palace complex.
Archaeological route revealing Roman remains beneath the city, including structures linked to ancient Fanum Fortunae.
Museum dedicated to the Via Flaminia, explaining the Roman road's history and Fano's importance along the route.
Fano's main square, framed by historic palaces and cafés, ideal for architecture, people-watching, and city orientation.
Historic quarter around Roman remains and medieval streets, rewarding slow walks with layered urban history.
Lively central street connecting key monuments, lined with elegant buildings and local shops in the old town.
Brodetto alla fanese is Fano's traditional Adriatic fish stew, made with mixed catch and tomato. It is a hallmark of the port city's seafaring cooking.
Moretta fanese is a strong local coffee drink with espresso, anise, rum and brandy. It was created by fishermen and remains one of Fano's signature beverages.
Passatelli in brodo are breadcrumbs, eggs and cheese formed into short noodles and served in broth. In Marche they are a beloved festive comfort dish.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant known for refined seafood tasting menus and creative Marche cuisine in a polished contemporary setting.
Well-regarded seafood restaurant focused on Adriatic fish dishes, including brodetto, with a classic atmosphere near the historic center.
Casual local spot for piadina, crescie and simple Marche specialties. Good for an informal meal with regional flavors.
Moderate for Italy: dining is reasonable, hotels rise in summer, and local buses are low-cost for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Fano Railway Station -> Piazza XX Settembre, Fano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Parma to Fano 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 Fano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Parma to Fano trains use the Parma to Fano station pair. Use this guide to compare Parma and Fano 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.
Fano is 2 km from Fano city centre. Public transport options include:
Fano 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Isaan Thai Restaurant, McDonald's
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Fano. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Fano. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fano: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fano: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Augustus, Hotel De La Ville, Hotel Amelia.
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