How to travel from Florence to Padua

There are 3 options to travel between Florence and Padua including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Padua is a bus with an average price of $13 (€11).

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

A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Padua costing on average $23 (€18).

A bus is $252 (€204) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Padua costing on average $265 (€214).

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Padua is by train with an average journey time of 3h 17m.

Other travel options to Padua take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 35m.

Flight takes on average 5h 17m.

The distance from Florence to Padua is approximately 118 miles (190 km).

The average frequency per day from Florence to Padua is:

• Around 41 trains per day.
• Around 19 buses per day.
• Around 8 flights per day.

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

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

• Flights mostly depart from Florence Peretola Airport and arrive in Venice Marco Polo Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Florence Santa Maria Novella and arrive in Padova.
• Buses mostly depart from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) and arrive in Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica).
• Ferries mostly depart from Cesenatico and arrive in Port of Rovinj.

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

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

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

• 13 direct buses per day with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Busitalia.
• 27 direct trains per day with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity.

Omio customers who travel from Florence to Padua often also extend their vacation to go to Venice, Rome, Milan, Bologna, Verona. 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.