How to travel from Bologna to Padua

There are 2 options to travel between Bologna and Padua including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Padua is a bus with an average price of €9.

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Padua:

A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Padua costing on average €12.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Padua is by train with an average journey time of 1h 56m.

Other travel options to Padua take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 6m.

The distance from Bologna to Padua is approximately 68 miles (111 km).

The average frequency per day from Bologna to Padua is:

• Around 44 trains per day.
• Around 26 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna and Padua as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Padua:

• Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Padova.
• Ferries mostly depart from San Marco and arrive in Santa Lucia (Piazzale Roma).
• Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Padova, Stazione FS.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Padua, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Padua by train.
• Travel with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, GoOpti, Busitalia to go to Padua by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Bologna to Padua with the following travel companies:

• 43 direct trains per day with Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte.
• 26 direct buses per day with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, GoOpti, Busitalia.

Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Padua often also extend their vacation to go to Venice, Rome, Milan, Verona, Naples. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Padua and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Padua to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

Discover Padua by exploring its vibrant local markets and enjoying a stroll along picturesque canals. Attend a classical music concert at the historic Teatro Verdi and delve into art and history at the Eremitani Civic Museums. Don't miss the Scrovegni Chapel with Giotto's frescoes, the Basilica of Saint Anthony, and Prato della Valle. Visit the University of Padua's historic botanical garden and admire the Palazzo della Ragione. Savor traditional Italian cuisine at a local trattoria.

To fully experience Padua, including its historical sites, vibrant culture, and local cuisine, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.