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Museo Correale di Terranova
Sorrento's leading art museum in an 18th-century villa, with Neapolitan paintings, decorative arts, and sea views from the historic residence.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Parma to Sorrento among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a train costs an average of $127.
Distance: 354 miles (570 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$127 Average price | $108 Average price | $70 Average price Cheapest | $113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 8m Average total duration 14h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Parma to Sorrento:
A bus is $37 (€37) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Parma to Sorrento costing on average $108 (€108).
A bus is $57 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Parma to Sorrento costing on average $127 (€127).
Other travel options to Sorrento take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 0m.
Bus takes on average 14h 38m.
You'll arrive about 22m sooner (7h 0m by train vs 7h 22m by car). Tickets start at around $127 (€127) compared to roughly $113 (€113) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Parma to Sorrento run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $127 (€127) but you can travel from only $20 (€20) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 17:46. The fastest train covers the 354 miles (570 km) distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 354 miles (570 km) |
Average train duration 7h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $127 (€127) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 7h 0m |
First train 7:05 AM |
Last train 5:46 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Discover the best of Sorrento — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sorrento trip today.
Sorrento's leading art museum in an 18th-century villa, with Neapolitan paintings, decorative arts, and sea views from the historic residence.
Museum dedicated to marquetry, showcasing Sorrento's signature wood inlay craft in a historic palazzo. Ideal for understanding local artistic identity.
Small civic museum preserving local archaeological finds and historical materials. A useful stop for context on the Sorrentine Peninsula's past.
Sorrento's main square and transport hub, framed by historic buildings and terraces. The essential starting point for exploring the city center.
Historic lane lined with shops and old buildings, ideal for strolling through the heart of the old town and absorbing Sorrento's atmosphere.
Clifftop public garden with sweeping views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. One of Sorrento's most rewarding viewpoints, especially at sunset.
Gnocchi alla Sorrentina is baked potato gnocchi with tomato sauce, fiordilatte and basil, a signature comfort dish from the Sorrento peninsula.
Delizia al Limone is a soft sponge cake filled and coated with lemon cream, celebrating the area's famous fragrant lemons.
Limoncello is the local lemon liqueur made from Sorrento lemon zest, traditionally served chilled after meals across the peninsula.
Clifftop restaurant with sea views, specializing in seafood and modern Mediterranean dishes in an upscale setting.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant known for refined Campanian tasting menus and polished service in central Sorrento.
Well-known traditional trattoria serving local pasta, seafood and regional specialties in a lively, rustic setting.
Sorrento is pricier than many southern Italian towns. Hotels and restaurants in peak season cost more, while local buses and trains stay relatively affordable.
Service is often included or rounded in. Leave €1-2 at cafés, round up taxi fares, and tip 5-10% at restaurants only for very good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Parma to Sorrento 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 Sorrento, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Parma to Sorrento trains use the Parma to Sorrento station pair. Use this guide to compare Parma and Sorrento 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.
Sorrento has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Tasso, Il Buco
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Sorrento. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sorrento. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sorrento: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sorrento: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sorrento: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Royal, Hotel Mediterraneo, Hotel Bristol.
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