How to travel from Rome to Padua

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Rome to Padua

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Padua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, while a flight costs an average of $127.

Distance: 244 miles (394 km)

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$48

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$19

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$127

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6h 6m

Average total duration

5h 36m

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7h 3m

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6h 33m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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from Rome to Padua

How to get from Rome to Padua by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Rome to Padua is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Itabus2794
    12:00 PM6h15
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    6:15 PMPadua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Itabus2794
    12:00 PM6h15
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    6:15 PMPadua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • ITAAZ1317
    5:20 PM1h00
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    6:20 PMBologna Airport
    $2461One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 774
    10:20 PM7h25
    Rome Termini
    5:45 AMPadova
    $581One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4108+Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 774
    10:00 PM7h45
    Rome Tiburtina
    5:45 AMPadova
    $621One-way
    1 transfer
  • IntercityIntercity 588
    10:15 AM5h43
    Rome Termini
    3:58 PMPadova
    $651One-way
    0 transfers
  • Itabus2726
    2:00 PM6h50
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    8:50 PMPadua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:45 PM6h40
    Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
    7:25 PMPadua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica)
    $151One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:05 PM7h00
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    12:05 AMPadua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica)
    $191One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsEW9883 · EW9834
    10:35 AM8h35
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    7:10 PMBologna Airport
    $1801One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1467
    5:20 PM1h05
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    6:25 PMVenice Marco Polo Airport
    $2341One-way
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ1475
    1:20 PM1h10
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    2:30 PMVenice Marco Polo Airport
    $2341One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Rome to Padua

Travel to Padua easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Rome to Padua.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Rome and Padua including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Padua is a bus with an average price of $19.

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

A bus is $29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Padua costing on average $48.

A bus is $108 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Padua costing on average $127.

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Padua is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 14m.

Other travel options to Padua take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 6m.

Bus takes on average 7h 3m.

The distance from Rome to Padua is approximately 244 miles (394 km).
The average frequency per day from Rome to Padua is:
  • Around 55 trains per day.
  • Around 33 flights per day.
  • Around 13 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rome 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 Rome to Padua:
  • Flights mostly depart from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and arrive in Venice Marco Polo Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Rome Termini and arrive in Padova.
  • Buses mostly depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arrive in Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rome to Padua, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Regionale to go to Padua by train.
  • Travel with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi Srl to go to Padua by bus.
  • Travel with ITA to go to Padua by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rome to Padua with the following travel companies:
  • 40 direct trains per day with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity.
  • 10 direct buses per day with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 7 direct flights per day with ITA.
Omio customers who travel from Rome to Padua often also extend their vacation to go to Venice, Milan, Bologna, 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.
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