- Must visit
Musei Civici di Palazzo Farnese
Piacenza’s main civic museum complex displays archaeology, carriages, arms, frescoes, and decorative arts inside a grand ducal palace.
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
5 h 42 m
Average duration
6 h 22 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Siena to Piacenza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Siena to Piacenza will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 3 trains that leave Siena for Piacenza on Fri, Aug 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 28 the direct trains cover the 232 km distance in an average of 6 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 42 m .
On Fri, Aug 28 the slowest trains will take 6 h 44 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 Piacenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €20.
Distance: 144 miles (232 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€20 Average price Cheapest | €35 Average price | €71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m 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 Piacenza:
A train is €15 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Siena to Piacenza costing on average €35.
Other travel options to Piacenza take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 13m.
Tickets start at around €20 compared to roughly €71 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €51. The journey takes 4h 9m versus 3h 3m 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 Piacenza trains for today, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:18 PM Siena | 4h59 | 9:17 PM Piacenza | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, August 28 | |||||
![]() | 4:36 AM Siena | 6h39 | 11:15 AM Piacenza | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:36 AM Siena | 6h44 | 12:20 PM Piacenza | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Siena to Piacenza run on average 84 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 144 miles (232 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 144 miles (232 km) |
Average train duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 84 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 11:19 PM |
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Discover the best of Piacenza — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Piacenza trip today.
Piacenza’s main civic museum complex displays archaeology, carriages, arms, frescoes, and decorative arts inside a grand ducal palace.
Art museum with medieval to modern works, especially strong in local painting, housed in a historic palace in the city center.
The cathedral museum interprets the church’s history through sacred art, manuscripts, sculpture, and access to notable heritage spaces.
Piacenza’s main square, framed by statues and historic buildings, is the essential starting point for architecture and city life.
Compact central area of narrow streets and historic façades that rewards slow walking with a distinctly local Piacenza atmosphere.
Broad historic avenue linking major sights, appreciated for stately architecture, museum access, and an easy central walking route.
Fresh pasta stuffed with ricotta and spinach, sealed with a pinched edge. A Piacenza classic often served with butter, sage, or simple tomato sauce.
Small handmade dumplings of flour and breadcrumbs, traditionally served with bean sauce or rich condiments. A humble dish rooted in Piacenza rural cooking.
Cured pork neck aged in the village of Coppa. It is one of Piacenza's celebrated DOP salumi, prized for delicate fat marbling and sweet savory flavor.
Historic city center restaurant known for refined Piacenza cuisine, elegant rooms, and strong local wine selection in a classic upscale setting.
Well-regarded traditional restaurant serving Piacenza specialties and Emilia dishes in a warm, rustic atmosphere popular with locals.
Casual, established osteria focused on local salumi, handmade pasta, and regional wines in an informal traditional setting.
Moderate for Northern Italy: hotels and dining are usually lower than Milan, while local transit and everyday cafés remain fairly affordable 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 fine at cafés.
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Piacenza Railway Station -> Piazza Cavalli, Piacenza
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Siena to Piacenza 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 Piacenza, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Siena to Piacenza trains use the Siena to Piacenza station pair. Use this guide to compare Siena and Piacenza 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.
Piacenza 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: Al Duca, Osteria Carducci
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Piacenza. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Piacenza. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Piacenza: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Piacenza: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Piacenza: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Park Hotel, Grande Albergo Roma, Hotel Ovest.
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