- Must visit
Palazzo della Ragione
Historic hall with large fresco cycles and civic heritage displays; often visited as both a monument and a cultural exhibition space.
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Parma to Padua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Parma to Padua will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
It's difficult to get from Parma to Padua without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067 · Regionale Veloce 3972
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3905 · Regionale Veloce 3966
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925 · Regionale Veloce 3982
Autobus TTPER B5510 · Regionale TTPER 90237 · Regionale Veloce 3986
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 · Regionale Veloce 3992
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3935+
FRECCIAROSSA 9480
FRECCIAROSSA 8823 · FRECCIAROSSA 9430
FRECCIAROSSA 8829 · FRECCIAROSSA 9434
FRECCIAROSSA 8803 · FRECCIAROSSA 9406
Regionale TTPER 17425+
FRECCIAROSSA 9404Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Parma to Padua 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 train which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 86 miles (140 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$24 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Parma to Padua:
A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Parma to Padua costing on average $24 (€19).
Other travel options to Padua take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 50m.
The table below shows live departures for Parma to Padua trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TTPER 17401 · Regionale Veloce 3960 | 4:25 AM Parma station | 3h26 | 7:51 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10812 · Regionale TRENORD 2613 · Regionale Veloce 3489 | 5:12 AM Parma station | 4h08 | 9:20 AM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 10812+ FRECCIAROSSA 9703 | 5:12 AM Parma station | 3h32 | 8:44 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3905 · Regionale Veloce 3966 | 6:15 AM Parma station | 3h36 | 9:51 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3905+ FRECCIAROSSA 9400 | 6:15 AM Parma station | 2h49 | 9:04 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 603+ Regionale Veloce 3966 | 6:51 AM Parma station | 3h00 | 9:51 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17425+ FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 7:41 AM Parma station | 2h23 | 10:04 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17425 · Regionale Veloce 3970 | 7:41 AM Parma station | 3h10 | 10:51 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale Veloce 3970 | 7:47 AM Parma station | 3h04 | 10:51 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067 · Regionale Veloce 3972 | 8:27 AM Parma station | 3h24 | 11:51 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8803 · FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 8:43 AM Parma station | 2h21 | 11:04 AM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 34063+ BUS LP607+ Regionale Veloce 3974 | 9:27 AM Parma station | 4h24 | 1:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 10822 · Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale Veloce 3497 | 10:12 AM Parma station | 4h08 | 2:20 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 10822+ FRECCIAROSSA 9723 | 10:12 AM Parma station | 3h32 | 1:44 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 90322 · Regionale TTPER 90233 · Regionale Veloce 3982 | 11:03 AM Parma station | 5h48 | 4:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 10824+ FRECCIAROSSA 9727 | 11:12 AM Parma station | 3h32 | 2:44 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10824 · Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale Veloce 3499 | 11:12 AM Parma station | 4h08 | 3:20 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3921+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 12:27 PM Parma station | 2h37 | 3:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2463 · Regionale Veloce 3980 | 1:02 PM Parma station | 2h49 | 3:51 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925+ Intercity 588 | 1:27 PM Parma station | 2h31 | 3:58 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925 · Regionale Veloce 3982 | 1:27 PM Parma station | 3h24 | 4:51 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Autobus TTPER B5510 · Regionale TTPER 90237 · Regionale Veloce 3986 | 1:50 PM Parma station | 5h01 | 6:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 · Regionale Veloce 3984 | 2:27 PM Parma station | 3h24 | 5:51 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927+ FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 2:27 PM Parma station | 2h37 | 5:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3929+ FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 3:27 PM Parma station | 2h37 | 6:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3931+ FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 4:27 PM Parma station | 2h37 | 7:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3931 · Regionale Veloce 3988 | 4:27 PM Parma station | 3h24 | 7:51 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 613+ Regionale Veloce 3988 | 4:50 PM Parma station | 3h01 | 7:51 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3935 · Regionale Veloce 3990 | 5:27 PM Parma station | 3h24 | 8:51 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3935+ FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 5:27 PM Parma station | 2h13 | 7:40 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 90334 · Regionale TTPER 90241 · Regionale Veloce 3992 | 5:54 PM Parma station | 4h57 | 10:51 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937+ Intercity 592 | 6:27 PM Parma station | 2h53 | 9:20 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8823 · FRECCIAROSSA 9430 | 6:43 PM Parma station | 2h21 | 9:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 599+ FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 7:06 PM Parma station | 2h32 | 9:38 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 · Regionale Veloce 3992 | 7:27 PM Parma station | 3h24 | 10:51 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 7:52 PM Parma station | 2h35 | 10:27 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8829 · FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 8:43 PM Parma station | 2h21 | 11:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Parma to Padua run on average 37 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 37 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 1:15 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
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Historic hall with large fresco cycles and civic heritage displays; often visited as both a monument and a cultural exhibition space.
Padua’s main civic museum complex with archaeology, medieval and modern art, and works tied to the city’s history near the Scrovegni Chapel.
Major exhibition venue in a historic palace, known for high-profile art shows and a refined setting in the city center.
One of Europe’s largest squares, famous for its canal, statues, and lively open atmosphere; a signature place for walks and photos.
Historic market square lined with arcades and local life, ideal for experiencing the daily rhythm of central Padua.
Elegant central square framed by historic buildings and the clock tower, especially atmospheric in the evening.
Thick, rough-textured fresh pasta typical of the Veneto, traditionally served with duck ragù or anchovy-onion sauce. It is one of the most recognisable local pasta dishes around Padua.
Creamy risotto made with Veneto red radicchio, valued for its slight bitterness and seasonal character. It is a classic regional first course often found in Padua.
A celebrated Veneto stockfish dish slowly cooked with milk, onion and olive oil until very soft. Though from nearby Vicenza, it is widely appreciated and commonly eaten in Padua.
Established restaurant in the historic centre offering refined Veneto cuisine in an elegant setting, suitable for a more polished meal.
Famous street-food stop on Piazza delle Erbe, celebrated for octopus and seafood snacks that reflect the Veneto market tradition.
Historic traditional trattoria known for classic Paduan and Veneto cooking, seasonal dishes and a warm old-style atmosphere.
Moderate by Italian standards: coffee and casual meals are affordable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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Most Parma to Padua trains use the Parma to Padova station pair. Use this guide to compare Parma and Padua 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.
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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