- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale delle Marche
Major archaeological museum in Palazzo Ferretti with important Piceni, Greek, and Roman collections from across the Marche region.
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pescara station to Ancona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pescara station to Ancona will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 3 trains that leave Pescara station for Ancona on Sun, Jun 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 28 the direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
On Sun, Jun 28 the slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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 Pescara station to Ancona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m 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 Pescara station to Ancona:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pescara station to Ancona costing on average $18 (€14).
Other travel options to Ancona take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 37m.
The journey is about 15m faster (1h 38m by train vs 1h 53m by car) and roughly $26 (€22) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($18 (€14) vs $44 (€36)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Pescara station to Ancona trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:15 AM Pescara station | 2h02 | 10:17 AM Ancona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 AM Pescara station | 2h02 | 11:17 AM Ancona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Pescara station to Ancona run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 25 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 25 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:26 PM |
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Major archaeological museum in Palazzo Ferretti with important Piceni, Greek, and Roman collections from across the Marche region.
Innovative tactile museum inside Mole Vanvitelliana, designed for inclusive exploration of sculptures, models, and art through touch.
Ancona’s main civic art gallery, known for works by Francesco Podesti and paintings spanning the Renaissance to the modern era.
Famous seaside promenade and cliff area with the monumental stairway, caves, and one of Ancona’s most photographed views.
Lively historic square, often called Piazza del Papa, surrounded by significant buildings and central to city life.
Large park on the headland with sea views, military traces, open green space, and popular sunset walks.
Ancona's traditional fish stew, usually made with multiple Adriatic fish and seafood, tomato, vinegar, and toasted bread. It is one of the city's signature seaside dishes.
A classic local preparation of stockfish slowly cooked with potatoes, tomatoes, olive oil, and herbs. It is one of the most emblematic dishes of Ancona's home-style cooking.
Wild mussels from the Portonovo bay area, prized for their intense flavor and protected local tradition. They are often served simply to highlight their freshness.
Well-regarded contemporary restaurant in Ancona known for refined seafood dishes, tasting menus, and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Established osteria appreciated for traditional Marche cooking, pasta, and seafood in a warm, rustic setting near the historic center.
Popular seafood-focused restaurant with modern presentation and a stylish atmosphere, often chosen for creative Adriatic fish dishes.
Moderate by Italian standards. Coffee and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and seafood restaurants near the port cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not obligatory, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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Ancona Airport -> Ancona Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pescara station to Ancona 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 Ancona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pescara station to Ancona trains use the Pescara Centrale to Ancona station pair, with some services arriving at Varano. Use this guide to compare Pescara station and Ancona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pescara Centrale 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 La Barcaccia, Trattoria del Mare
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pescara Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pescara Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pescara Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pescara Centrale: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara Centrale: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Carlton, B&B Hotel Pescara, Hotel Ambra Palace.
Pescara Porta Nuova has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Barcaccia, Trattoria del Mare
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Pescara Porta Nuova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Pescara Porta Nuova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pescara Porta Nuova: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara Porta Nuova: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Salus, Hotel Regent, Hotel Carlton.
Pescara, Tribunale is 1 km from Pescara city centre. Public transport options include:
Pescara, Tribunale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Pescara, Tribunale.
ATMs are available at Pescara, Tribunale.
Available at Pescara, Tribunale: Parking, WC.
Available at Pescara, Tribunale: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Ancona is 1 km from Ancona city centre. Public transport options include:
Ancona 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: Little Italy, Trattoria da Nordio
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ancona. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ancona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ancona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ancona: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ancona: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Ancona, Grand Hotel Palace, SeePort Hotel.
Varano is 2 km from Ancona city centre. Public transport options include:
Varano has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Varano.
ATMs are available at Varano.
Available at Varano: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Varano.
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