- 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 on Sep 20
zł228
Average ticket price on Sep 20
zł355
Fastest journey on Sep 20
4 h 4 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
4 h 8 m
Trains on Sep 20
32
Distance
502 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Novara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Novara will cost around zł355 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł228.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 32 trains from Rome to Novara, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 502 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 4 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 4 h 9 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.
Intercity 590+
Regionale Veloce 2044
InterCityNotte 798
Regionale Veloce 4128 · Regionale 19392 · Regionale Veloce 3096
Intercity 590+
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · S6 TRENORD 24676
InterCityNotte 794+
Regionale Veloce 2033
FRECCIAROSSA 9658+
Regionale Veloce 2042
FRECCIAROSSA 9646+
Regionale Veloce 2038
FRECCIAROSSA 9662+
Regionale Veloce 2044
FRECCIAROSSA 9634+
Regionale Veloce 2032
FRECCIAROSSA 9642+
Regionale Veloce 2036Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Novara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł269 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł269, while a flight costs an average of zł2048.
Distance: 311 miles (502 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
zł297 Average price | zł2048 Average price | zł269 Average price Cheapest | zł733 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 13m Average total duration 9h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Novara:
A bus is zł28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Novara costing on average zł297.
A bus is zł1779 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Novara costing on average zł2048.
Other travel options to Novara take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 0m.
Bus takes on average 9h 43m.
The journey is about 1h 45m faster (5h 0m by train vs 6h 45m by car) and roughly zł436 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (zł297 vs zł733). 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.
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 Rome to Novara trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 774 · InterCityNotte 758+ Regionale Veloce 2014 | 10:35 PM Rome Termini | 9h24 | 7:59 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 798+ Regionale TRENORD 10854 · S6 TRENORD 24620 | 11:53 PM Rome Ostiense | 8h49 | 8:42 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
InterCityNotte 796+ Intercity 652+ Regionale Veloce 2018 | 12:15 AM Rome Ostiense | 9h44 | 9:59 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9504+ Regionale Veloce 2018 | 5:05 AM Rome Termini | 4h54 | 9:59 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9508+ Regionale Veloce 33494 | 5:55 AM Rome Termini | 5h04 | 10:59 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4124+ Intercity 670+ Regionale Veloce 2032 | 6:12 AM Rome Termini | 10h42 | 4:54 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 794+ Regionale Veloce 2033 | 6:49 AM Rome Ostiense | 10h14 | 5:03 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9610+ S1 TRENORD 24030 · S6 TRENORD 24632 | 7:15 AM Rome Termini | 4h27 | 11:42 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9612+ Regionale Veloce 2022 | 7:45 AM Rome Termini | 4h14 | 11:59 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9618+ Regionale Veloce 2024 | 8:45 AM Rome Termini | 4h14 | 12:59 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9620+ Regionale Veloce 2026 | 9:20 AM Rome Termini | 4h34 | 1:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9308+ S6 TRENORD 24642 | 9:30 AM Rome Tiburtina | 4h42 | 2:12 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 510+ Regionale 11294 | 9:42 AM Rome Termini | 8h10 | 5:52 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4128 · Regionale 19392 · Regionale Veloce 3096 | 10:12 AM Rome Termini | 10h04 | 8:16 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9624+ S1 TRENORD 24142 · S6 TRENORD 24644 | 10:15 AM Rome Termini | 4h27 | 2:42 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 588 · Intercity 608+ Regionale Veloce 2036 | 10:15 AM Rome Termini | 8h39 | 6:54 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9626+ Regionale Veloce 2028 | 10:45 AM Rome Termini | 4h09 | 2:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514+ Regionale Veloce 2030 | 11:06 AM Rome Termini | 4h48 | 3:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · S6 TRENORD 24676 | 11:42 AM Rome Ostiense | 11h00 | 10:42 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 2044 | 11:42 AM Rome Ostiense | 11h12 | 10:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4132+ Intercity 684+ Regionale Veloce 2044 | 12:12 PM Rome Termini | 10h42 | 10:54 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9632+ S1 TRENORD 24150 · S6 TRENORD 24652 | 12:16 PM Rome Termini | 4h26 | 4:42 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9634+ Regionale Veloce 2032 | 12:45 PM Rome Termini | 4h09 | 4:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9638+ Regionale Veloce 2034 | 1:45 PM Rome Termini | 4h09 | 5:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9640+ S1 TRENORD 24158 · S6 TRENORD 24660 | 2:20 PM Rome Termini | 4h22 | 6:42 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9642+ Regionale Veloce 2036 | 2:45 PM Rome Termini | 4h09 | 6:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9644+ S1 TRENORD 24162 · S6 TRENORD 24664 | 3:15 PM Rome Termini | 4h27 | 7:42 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9646+ Regionale Veloce 2038 | 3:46 PM Rome Termini | 4h08 | 7:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9650+ Regionale Veloce 2040 | 4:45 PM Rome Termini | 4h09 | 8:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9658+ Regionale Veloce 2042 | 5:50 PM Rome Termini | 4h04 | 9:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9662+ Regionale Veloce 2044 | 6:46 PM Rome Termini | 4h08 | 10:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9560+ S1 TRENORD 24180 · S6 TRENORD 24682 | 7:10 PM Rome Termini | 5h02 | 12:12 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Rome to Novara run on average 41 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł20 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 311 miles (502 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 311 miles (502 km) |
Average train duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price zł20 |
Trains per day 41 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Novara — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Novara trip today.
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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Novara Railway Station -> Piazza Martiri della Libertà, Novara
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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 Rome to Novara trains use the Roma Termini to Novara station pair, with some services arriving at Vignale. Use this guide to compare Rome and Novara train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Roma Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
Roma Ostiense is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Ostiense 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: Ramen Bar Akira, Eataly Roma
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roma Ostiense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Roma Ostiense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Ostiense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Abitart, Hotel San Anselmo, Hotel Villa San Pio.
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.
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.
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.
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