- 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
$18
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Parma to Novara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Parma to Novara will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 36 trains that leave Parma 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 152 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · S5 TRENORD 11856 · Regionale Veloce 2004
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2456 · S5 TRENORD 11822 · S6 TRENORD 24604
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · S5 TRENORD 11874 · S6 TRENORD 24676
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460 · S5 TRENORD 11828 · Regionale Veloce 2020
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2486 · S5 TRENORD 11880 · S6 TRENORD 24682
FRECCIAROSSA 8818+
Regionale TRENORD 2434 · Regionale Veloce 2056
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454 · Regionale Veloce 2016
FRECCIAROSSA 8806+
Regionale TRENORD 2940 · Regionale TRENORD 2235
FRECCIAROSSA 8818+
Regionale TRENORD 2964 · Regionale TRENORD 2265
FRECCIAROSSA 8820+
Regionale TRENORD 2968 · Regionale TRENORD 2273Trains from Parma to Novara run on average 52 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 but you can travel from only $12 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:05, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 94 miles (152 km) distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 94 miles (152 km) |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 |
Trains per day 52 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 1:05 AM |
Last train 11:18 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
The table below shows live departures for Parma to Novara 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 798 | 5:45 AM Parma station | 2h36 | 8:21 AM Novara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454 · Regionale Veloce 2016 | 6:27 AM Parma station | 2h27 | 8:54 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2456 · S5 TRENORD 11822 · S6 TRENORD 24604 | 6:40 AM Parma station | 3h02 | 9:42 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2456 · Regionale Veloce 2020 | 6:40 AM Parma station | 4h14 | 10:54 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458 · S1 TRENORD 25724 · Regionale TRENORD 2229 | 7:00 AM Parma station | 3h49 | 10:49 AM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458 · S5 TRENORD 11824 · S6 TRENORD 24606 | 7:00 AM Parma station | 3h12 | 10:12 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460 · S1 TRENORD 25728 · Regionale TRENORD 2231 | 8:08 AM Parma station | 3h41 | 11:49 AM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460 · S5 TRENORD 11828 · Regionale Veloce 2020 | 8:08 AM Parma station | 2h46 | 10:54 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8802 · FRECCIAROSSA 9508+ Regionale Veloce 2020 | 8:15 AM Parma station | 2h39 | 10:54 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462 · Regionale Veloce 2022 | 9:00 AM Parma station | 2h54 | 11:54 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8804+ Regionale Veloce 2022 | 9:15 AM Parma station | 2h39 | 11:54 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8804+ Regionale TRENORD 2936 · Regionale TRENORD 2231 | 9:15 AM Parma station | 2h34 | 11:49 AM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8806+ Regionale TRENORD 2940 · Regionale TRENORD 2235 | 10:15 AM Parma station | 2h34 | 12:49 PM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8806+ Regionale Veloce 2024 | 10:15 AM Parma station | 2h39 | 12:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale TRENORD 2944 · Regionale TRENORD 2241 | 10:39 AM Parma station | 3h10 | 1:49 PM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale Veloce 2026 | 11:00 AM Parma station | 2h54 | 1:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 604+ Regionale Veloce 2028 | 12:20 PM Parma station | 2h34 | 2:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale Veloce 2030 | 1:00 PM Parma station | 2h54 | 3:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 2472 · Regionale Veloce 2032 | 2:12 PM Parma station | 2h42 | 4:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale Veloce 2034 | 3:00 PM Parma station | 2h54 | 5:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · S5 TRENORD 11856 · Regionale Veloce 2004 | 3:00 PM Parma station | 2h46 | 5:46 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 608+ Regionale TRENORD 2966 · Regionale Veloce 2006 | 4:06 PM Parma station | 2h40 | 6:46 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 608+ Regionale Veloce 2036 | 4:06 PM Parma station | 2h48 | 6:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
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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 Parma 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 Parma to Novara trains use the Parma to Novara station pair, with some services arriving at Novara Nord. Use this guide to compare Parma and Novara 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.
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.
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.
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.
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