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Compare train and bus for Parma to Manarola
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Parma to Manarola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of L 105 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of L 105, while a bus costs an average of L 223.
Distance: 55 miles (90 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
L 105 Average price Cheapest | L 223 Average price | L 121 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Compare the available ways to get from Parma to Manarola, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Parma to Manarola:
A train is L 118 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Parma to Manarola costing on average L 223.
Other travel options to Manarola take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 25m.
Tickets start at around L 105 compared to roughly L 121 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about L 16. The journey takes 2h 18m versus 1h 57m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Parma to Manarola
How to get from Parma to Manarola by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Parma to Manarola is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

7:50 AM 2h33 Parma 10:23 AM Manarola L 80 1 One-way 1 transfer
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7:50 AM 2h33 Parma 10:23 AM Manarola L 80 1 One-way 1 transfer
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7:50 AM 2h33 Parma 10:23 AM Manarola L 80 1 One-way 1 transfer
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8:47 AM 2h33 Parma 11:20 AM Manarola L 80 1 One-way 1 transfer
1:47 PM 2h33 Parma 4:20 PM Manarola L 80 1 One-way 1 transfer
3:47 PM 2h33 Parma 6:20 PM Manarola L 80 1 One-way 1 transfer
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This is compared to other travel options from Parma to Manarola:
A train is L 118 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Parma to Manarola costing on average L 223.
Other travel options to Manarola take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 25m.
- Around 14 trains per day.
- Around 1 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Parma and Manarola as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Parma, Terminal Bus and arrive in La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci.
- Trains mostly depart from Parma station and arrive in Manarola station.
- Travel with Regionale to go to Manarola by train.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Manarola by bus.
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