- Must visit
Musei Civici del Castello Visconteo
Pavia’s main civic museum in the Visconti Castle, with archaeology, sculpture, painting, and local history collections.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$50
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$51
Fastest journey on Sep 19
6 h 6 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
6 h 6 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
Distance
270 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Siena to Pavia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Siena to Pavia will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 trains from Siena to Pavia, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 270 km distance in an average of 6 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 6 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 6 h 6 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 Siena to Pavia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $21, while a bus costs an average of $45.
Distance: 167 miles (270 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price | $101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m 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 Siena to Pavia:
A train is $24 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Siena to Pavia costing on average $45.
Other travel options to Pavia take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 44m.
Tickets start at around $21 compared to roughly $101 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $79. The journey takes 4h 6m versus 3h 40m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Siena to Pavia trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 19040 · Regionale Veloce 4042+ 9948+ Regionale Veloce 3041 | 2:41 PM Siena station | 6h18 | 8:59 PM Pavia station | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 19040 · Regionale Veloce 4042+ 9948+ S13 TRENORD 24369 | 2:41 PM Siena station | 6h10 | 8:51 PM Pavia station | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 19040 · Regionale Veloce 4042+ 9948+ Regionale TRENORD 10483 | 2:41 PM Siena station | 6h27 | 9:08 PM Pavia station | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 18228+ 9948+ Regionale TRENORD 10483 | 3:18 PM Siena station | 5h50 | 9:08 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18228+ FRECCIAROSSA 9320+ Intercity 685 | 3:18 PM Siena station | 4h07 | 7:25 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18228+ 9948+ Regionale Veloce 3041 | 3:18 PM Siena station | 5h41 | 8:59 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18228+ 9948+ S13 TRENORD 24369 | 3:18 PM Siena station | 5h33 | 8:51 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18228 · Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 3:18 PM Siena station | 6h14 | 9:32 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19042 · Regionale Veloce 4044+ 9948+ S13 TRENORD 24369 | 3:41 PM Siena station | 5h10 | 8:51 PM Pavia station | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 19042 · Regionale Veloce 4044+ 9948+ Regionale TRENORD 10483 | 3:41 PM Siena station | 5h27 | 9:08 PM Pavia station | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 19042 · Regionale Veloce 4044+ 9948+ Regionale Veloce 3041 | 3:41 PM Siena station | 5h18 | 8:59 PM Pavia station | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 18232+ FRECCIAROSSA 9552+ Regionale TRENORD 10483 | 4:18 PM Siena station | 4h50 | 9:08 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18232+ 9948+ Regionale TRENORD 10483 | 4:18 PM Siena station | 4h50 | 9:08 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18232+ 9948+ S13 TRENORD 24369 | 4:18 PM Siena station | 4h33 | 8:51 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18232+ 9948+ Regionale Veloce 3041 | 4:18 PM Siena station | 4h41 | 8:59 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19044 · Regionale Veloce 4048+ 9958+ S13 TRENORD 24375 | 4:41 PM Siena station | 5h40 | 10:21 PM Pavia station | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 19044 · Regionale Veloce 4048+ 9958+ S13 TRENORD 24373 | 4:41 PM Siena station | 5h10 | 9:51 PM Pavia station | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 19044 · Regionale Veloce 4048+ 9958+ Regionale TRENORD 2383 | 4:41 PM Siena station | 5h18 | 9:59 PM Pavia station | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 18234+ 9958+ S13 TRENORD 24375 | 5:18 PM Siena station | 5h03 | 10:21 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18234+ Intercity 596+ Regionale TRENORD 2345 | 5:18 PM Siena station | 6h07 | 11:25 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18234+ FRECCIAROSSA 9556+ S13 TRENORD 24375 | 5:18 PM Siena station | 5h03 | 10:21 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18234+ 9958+ S13 TRENORD 24373 | 5:18 PM Siena station | 4h33 | 9:51 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18234+ 9958+ Regionale TRENORD 2383 | 5:18 PM Siena station | 4h41 | 9:59 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19046 · Regionale Veloce 4052+ 9954+ Regionale TRENORD 2345 | 5:41 PM Siena station | 5h44 | 11:25 PM Pavia station | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 19046 · Regionale Veloce 4052+ 9954+ S13 TRENORD 24379 | 5:41 PM Siena station | 5h40 | 11:21 PM Pavia station | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 19046 · Regionale Veloce 4052+ 9954+ S13 TRENORD 24377 | 5:41 PM Siena station | 5h10 | 10:51 PM Pavia station | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 18236+ 9954+ S13 TRENORD 24379 | 6:18 PM Siena station | 5h03 | 11:21 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18236+ 9954+ S13 TRENORD 24377 | 6:18 PM Siena station | 4h33 | 10:51 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18236+ 9954+ Regionale TRENORD 2345 | 6:18 PM Siena station | 5h07 | 11:25 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18236+ FRECCIAROSSA 9326+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 6:18 PM Siena station | 4h17 | 10:35 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18238+ FRECCIAROSSA 9592+ S13 TRENORD 24383 | 7:18 PM Siena station | 5h03 | 12:21 AM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
![]() | 12:18 PM Siena | 6h06 | 6:24 PM Pavia | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Siena to Pavia run on average 65 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 167 miles (270 km) distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 167 miles (270 km) |
Average train duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Trains per day 65 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Pavia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pavia trip today.
Pavia’s main civic museum in the Visconti Castle, with archaeology, sculpture, painting, and local history collections.
University museum displaying historic scientific instruments that reveal Pavia’s major role in medicine and physics.
Natural history museum famous for Spallanzani collections and one of Italy’s oldest scientific displays.
Scenic riverside promenade along the Ticino, popular for walking, cycling, and postcard views of the bridge.
Central square framed by the cathedral and civic buildings, ideal for orientation, photos, and daily city life.
Large public park around the Visconti Castle, great for walks, shade, and a break between museum visits.
A rich risotto cooked with local pork sausage and red wine from Oltrepò Pavese, reflecting the area’s rice fields and wine culture.
Traditional stuffed fresh pasta from Pavia, filled with braised meat and served in broth or with butter and sage at festive family meals.
Slow-braised beef dish cooked with Bonarda or Barbera wine, a classic of the Pavia area tied to local red wine production.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant known for creative Italian tasting menus in an elegant contemporary setting.
Historic, traditional restaurant serving classic Pavia and Lombard dishes in a warm, old-school atmosphere.
Well-known local trattoria appreciated for seasonal Lombard cooking, rice dishes, and a relaxed traditional dining room.
Moderate for Italy: stays and dining are usually cheaper than Milan, while trains and local transport remain reasonably priced for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is enough at cafes.
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Pavia Railway Station -> Piazza della Vittoria, Pavia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Siena to Pavia 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 Pavia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Siena to Pavia trains use the Siena to Pavia station pair, with some services arriving at Pavia Porta Garibaldi. Use this guide to compare Siena and Pavia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Siena is 1 km from Siena city centre. Public transport options include:
Siena 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Vinaio, Osteria Le Logge
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Siena. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is available at Siena. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Siena: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Siena: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Siena: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Italia, NH Siena, Hotel Minerva.
Pavia is 1 km from Pavia city centre. Public transport options include:
Pavia 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 Da Giulio, Trattoria Da Lina
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pavia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pavia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pavia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pavia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pavia: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Moderno, Hotel Excelsior, Hotel Aurora.
Pavia Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi.
ATMs are available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi.
Available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking.
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