The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice to Parma
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 26 m
Trains per day
5
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Parma will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $26.
Of the 5 trains that leave Venice for Parma every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Venice to Parma
Omio 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 prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a coach costs an average of $11.
Distance: 172 km
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$26 Average Price Cheapest | $28 Average Price |
3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Venice to Parma train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Parma trains for today, Wednesday, 28 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9427 · FRECCIAROSSA 8824 | 2:26 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 2h47 | 5:13 pm Parma station | 1 change | |
Intercity 594+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 2:34 pm Venice Mestre | 2h57 | 5:31 pm Parma station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale TTPER 17426 | 2:40 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 3h36 | 6:16 pm Parma station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale TTPER 17624 · Regionale TTPER 90339 | 2:40 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 5h13 | 7:53 pm Parma station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 | 2:53 pm Venice Mestre | 3h38 | 6:31 pm Parma station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9431+ Regionale TTPER 17426 | 3:26 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 2h50 | 6:16 pm Parma station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3983 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 3:40 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 3h51 | 7:31 pm Parma station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3983+ Intercity 612 | 3:40 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 3h31 | 7:11 pm Parma station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3983 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2486 | 3:53 pm Venice Mestre | 4h05 | 7:58 pm Parma station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9433+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 4:26 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 3h05 | 7:31 pm Parma station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3985 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 | 4:40 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 3h51 | 8:31 pm Parma station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3985 · Regionale TTPER 17422 | 4:53 pm Venice Mestre | 4h08 | 9:01 pm Parma station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 | 5:26 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 3h05 | 8:31 pm Parma station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3987+ Intercity 614 | 5:40 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 3h28 | 9:08 pm Parma station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3987 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 5:40 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 3h51 | 9:31 pm Parma station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3987 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 5:53 pm Venice Mestre | 3h38 | 9:31 pm Parma station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9437+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 6:26 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 3h05 | 9:31 pm Parma station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3989+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9330 | 6:40 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 3h40 | 10:20 pm Parma station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3989 · Regionale TTPER 3934 | 6:40 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 3h52 | 10:32 pm Parma station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3989 · Regionale TTPER 17400 | 6:53 pm Venice Mestre | 5h35 | 12:28 am Parma station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3993 · Regionale TTPER 17400 | 8:40 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 3h48 | 12:28 am Parma station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 770+ Regionale TTPER 17400 | 9:05 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 3h23 | 12:28 am Parma station | 1 change | |
| Thursday, 29 January | |||||
![]() | 6:53 am Venice | 4h05 | 10:58 am Parma | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:53 am Venice | 4h05 | 12:58 pm Parma | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:40 am Venice | 5h15 | 4:55 pm Parma | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:53 am Venice | 4h38 | 4:31 pm Parma | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:40 pm Venice | 5h13 | 6:53 pm Parma | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice to Parma
Trains from Venice to Parma run on average 42 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 but you can travel from only $11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 |
Trains per day 42 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:52 |
Train companies: Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Sistemi Territoriali S.p.A. from Venice to Parma trainsRegionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Sistemi Territoriali S.p.A. trains will get you between Venice and Parma from $11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
Frecciarossa
Italo
Intercity
Intercity Notte
Sistemi Territoriali S.p.A.
FAQs: Venice to Parma train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Venice and Parma
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
- McDonald’s
- Chock Full O'Nuts
- Puro Gusto
- Juice Bar
- Rossosapore
- Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
- Best Western Hotel Tritone
- The Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Villa Constanza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 10, 15, 18, 25a, 31, 31H, 32, 32H, 33H, 34H, 43, 53, 86, N1, 8AE
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, EC, RJ, IC, EN, ICN, R, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazzale Carlo Alberto Dalla Chiesa.
- Angiol d'Or
- Enoteca Fontana
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- NH Parma
- Hotel Torino
- Hotel Button
- Located in the main hall
- 600 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for regional and high-speed trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Lines 2, 5, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 21
- TEP buses available




