- Must visit
National Gallery of Parma
Parma’s premier art museum displays Correggio, Parmigianino, and other masters in the monumental Pilotta complex.
Cheapest price on Sep 09
$25
Average ticket price on Sep 09
$30
Fastest journey on Sep 09
2 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Sep 09
2 h 45 m
Trains on Sep 09
86
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Parma is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Parma will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
It's difficult to get from Venice to Parma without transferring at least once.
8923+
Regionale TTPER 17426
8923+
Regionale TTPER 17420
8927+
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928
8929+
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918
8919+
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482
8919+
Intercity 590
FRECCIAROSSA 9425 · FRECCIAROSSA 8820
FRECCIAROSSA 9427 · FRECCIAROSSA 8824
FRECCIAROSSA 9405 · FRECCIAROSSA 8806
FRECCIAROSSA 9403 · FRECCIAROSSA 8804Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Parma among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $26, while a bus costs an average of $29.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Venice to Parma:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Venice to Parma costing on average $29 (€23).
Other travel options to Parma take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 30m.
Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $46 (€37) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $19 (€15). The journey takes 2h 42m versus 2h 39m 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 Venice to Parma trains for today, Tuesday, September 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9403 · FRECCIAROSSA 8804 | 6:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h47 | 9:13 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3963 · Regionale Veloce 3906 | 6:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h51 | 10:31 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3963 · Regionale TTPER 19588 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 | 6:53 AM Venice Mestre | 4h05 | 10:58 AM Parma station | 2 transfers | |
8903+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 | 7:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h53 | 10:58 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8903+ Regionale Veloce 3906 | 7:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h26 | 10:31 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8903+ Regionale Veloce 3908 | 7:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h26 | 11:31 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9405 · FRECCIAROSSA 8806 | 7:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h47 | 10:13 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3965 · Regionale Veloce 3908 | 7:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h51 | 11:31 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3965 · Regionale TTPER 19590 · Regionale TTPER 17412 | 7:53 AM Venice Mestre | 4h08 | 12:01 PM Parma station | 2 transfers | |
8905+ Regionale Veloce 3908 | 8:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h26 | 11:31 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8905+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 | 8:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h26 | 12:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8905+ Regionale TTPER 17412 | 8:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h56 | 12:01 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9409+ Regionale Veloce 3908 | 8:40 AM Venice Mestre | 2h51 | 11:31 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3967+ Intercity 604 | 8:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h38 | 12:18 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3967 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 | 8:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h51 | 12:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3967 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 | 8:53 AM Venice Mestre | 4h05 | 12:58 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 | 9:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h05 | 12:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3997 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 | 9:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h51 | 1:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3997 · Regionale TTPER 17414 | 9:53 AM Venice Mestre | 4h11 | 2:04 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 | 10:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h05 | 1:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3971+ Intercity 606 | 10:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h14 | 1:54 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3971 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 | 10:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h51 | 2:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3971 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 | 10:53 AM Venice Mestre | 4h05 | 2:58 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8911+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 | 11:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h26 | 2:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8911+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 | 11:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h53 | 2:58 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8911+ Intercity 606 | 11:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h49 | 1:54 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 | 11:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h05 | 2:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3973 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 | 11:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h51 | 3:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3973 · Regionale TTPER 17416 | 11:53 AM Venice Mestre | 4h08 | 4:01 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8929+ Regionale TTPER 17416 | 12:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h56 | 4:01 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8929+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 | 12:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h26 | 4:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8929+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 | 12:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h26 | 3:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 | 12:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h05 | 3:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3975 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 | 12:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h51 | 4:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3975+ Intercity 608 | 12:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h24 | 4:04 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3975 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 | 12:53 PM Venice Mestre | 4h05 | 4:58 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8913+ Intercity 608 | 1:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h59 | 4:04 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8913+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 | 1:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h26 | 4:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8913+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 | 1:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h53 | 4:58 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9421 · FRECCIAROSSA 8818 | 1:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h47 | 4:13 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3977 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 | 1:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h51 | 5:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3977 · Regionale TTPER 17418 | 1:53 PM Venice Mestre | 4h10 | 6:03 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8915+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 | 2:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h26 | 5:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8915+ Intercity 590 | 2:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h39 | 5:44 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8915+ Regionale TTPER 17418 | 2:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h58 | 6:03 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9425 · FRECCIAROSSA 8820 | 2:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h47 | 5:13 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3979 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 2:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h51 | 6:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8815+ Intercity 590 | 2:52 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h52 | 5:44 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3979 · Regionale TTPER 19616 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 | 2:53 PM Venice Mestre | 4h05 | 6:58 PM Parma station | 2 transfers | |
8919+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 | 3:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h53 | 6:58 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8919+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 3:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h26 | 6:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8919+ Intercity 590 | 3:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h39 | 5:44 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427 · FRECCIAROSSA 8824 | 3:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h47 | 6:13 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 594+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 3:34 PM Venice Mestre | 2h57 | 6:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale TTPER 17426 | 3:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h36 | 7:16 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale TTPER 17420 | 3:53 PM Venice Mestre | 4h05 | 7:58 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8923+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 | 4:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h26 | 7:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8923+ Regionale TTPER 17420 | 4:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h53 | 7:58 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8923+ Regionale TTPER 17426 | 4:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h11 | 7:16 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Regionale TTPER 17426 | 4:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h50 | 7:16 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3983 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 4:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h51 | 8:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3983+ Intercity 612 | 4:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h31 | 8:11 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3983 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2486 | 4:53 PM Venice Mestre | 4h05 | 8:58 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8925+ Intercity 612 | 5:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h06 | 8:11 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8925+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2486 | 5:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h53 | 8:58 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8925+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 5:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h26 | 8:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9433+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 5:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h05 | 8:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3985 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 | 5:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h51 | 9:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3985 · Regionale TTPER 17422 | 5:53 PM Venice Mestre | 4h08 | 10:01 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8927+ Regionale TTPER 17422 | 6:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h56 | 10:01 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8927+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 | 6:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h26 | 9:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
8927+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 6:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h26 | 10:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 | 6:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h05 | 9:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3987+ Intercity 614 | 6:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h28 | 10:08 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3987 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 6:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h51 | 10:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3987 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 6:53 PM Venice Mestre | 3h38 | 10:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 7:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h05 | 10:31 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3989 · Regionale TTPER 3934 | 7:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h52 | 11:32 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3989+ FRECCIAROSSA 9330 | 7:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h40 | 11:20 PM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3989 · Regionale TTPER 17400 | 7:53 PM Venice Mestre | 5h40 | 1:33 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3993 · Regionale TTPER 17400 | 9:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h53 | 1:33 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 770+ Regionale TTPER 17400 | 10:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h28 | 1:33 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, September 9 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9401 · FRECCIAROSSA 8802 | 5:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h47 | 8:13 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3961 · Regionale Veloce 3904 | 5:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h51 | 9:31 AM Parma station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3961 · Regionale TTPER 19586 · Regionale TTPER 17410 | 5:53 AM Venice Mestre | 4h08 | 10:01 AM Parma station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Venice to Parma run on average 51 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) but you can travel from only $17 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 51 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Parma — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Parma trip today.
Parma’s premier art museum displays Correggio, Parmigianino, and other masters in the monumental Pilotta complex.
One of Italy’s oldest theaters can be visited as a museum, admired for its grand wooden architecture and courtly history.
This unusual museum preserves Giambattista Bodoni’s tools, editions, and typographic legacy in the city of his greatest work.
Parma’s central square is the civic heart of the city, framed by historic buildings and ideal for orienting a walking tour.
This elegant square beside the cathedral and baptistery offers Parma’s most photogenic concentration of medieval monuments.
A large green space near the Pilotta, popular for walks, river views, and relaxed breaks beside major monuments.
Cured raw ham aged around Parma, prized for its sweet, delicate flavor and protected PDO status. A defining food of the city and wider province.
Hard aged cheese made near Parma from cow's milk. Its nutty, savory taste and long tradition make it one of Italy's most iconic foods.
Fresh stuffed pasta filled with ricotta and herbs or greens, often served with butter and Parmigiano. A classic first course in Parma homes and trattorias.
Three-Michelin-star dining by Chef Enrico Crippa in a refined setting at Casa Maria Luigia, focused on highly creative Italian tasting menus.
Popular casual spot for regional cooking and generous portions, especially pasta and cured meats, with a lively, old-style Parma trattoria feel.
Historic Parma restaurant known for classic local dishes, cured meats, and fresh pasta in an elegant but traditional atmosphere near the center.
Moderate for Italy: dining is reasonable, hotels vary by season, and local buses are fairly cheap for visitors.
Tipping is optional. A small tip or rounding up is appreciated in restaurants and cafes; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Parma Railway Station -> Piazza Garibaldi
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Parma 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 Parma, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice to Parma trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Parma station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice and Parma train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venezia Santa Lucia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus) is 7 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are several cafes and restaurants inside.
Free Wi-Fi available in the terminal. ATMs are aTMs available at the entrance and near platforms.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus).
Available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus): Wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps.
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.
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