- Must visit
Orto Botanico di Padova
One of Italy’s oldest botanical gardens, with historic beds and modern glasshouses presenting medicinal plants, rare species and research heritage.
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Piran to Padua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £89 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 4h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £89, while a coach costs an average of £171.
Distance: 71 nautical miles (132 km)
| Ferry | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£89 Average Price Cheapest | £171 Average Price | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 30m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Piran to Padua:
A ferry is £82 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Piran to Padua costing on average £171.
Other travel options to Padua take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 30m.
Ferry takes on average 3h 30m.
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Ferries from Piran to Padua run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £89 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 17:00, the last at 17:00. The fastest ferry covers the 71 nautical miles (132 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 71 nautical miles (132 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £89 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Fastest ferry 3h 30m |
First ferry 17:00 |
Last ferry 17:00 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Discover the best of Padua — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Padua trip today.
One of Italy’s oldest botanical gardens, with historic beds and modern glasshouses presenting medicinal plants, rare species and research heritage.
City museum complex covering archaeology, medieval and modern art, and applied arts, next to the Scrovegni Chapel and Giardini dell’Arena.
Museum on the history of medicine and the University of Padua, with interactive displays, instruments and stories of scientific discovery.
Lively main square bordered by arcades and historic buildings, busy with markets, strolling and views towards Palazzo della Ragione.
Busy market square south of Palazzo della Ragione, filled with daily city life and a useful stop for experiencing Padua beyond monuments.
Elegant central square known for cafés, arcades and evening atmosphere, facing the Palazzo del Bo and linked to the old university quarter.
Slow-cooked hen stewed with celery, carrot and onion, traditionally served with pevarada sauce. A classic Paduan festive dish with medieval roots.
Risotto made with peas, often from nearby Baone or Lumignano, prized in spring for its sweet local produce and creamy Veneto style.
Fresh bigoli pasta with duck ragù, a hearty Veneto staple popular in Padua for Sunday and festive meals.
Refined restaurant in central Padua serving elegant Italian dishes in a polished, contemporary setting.
Historic central osteria known for traditional Paduan cooking, seasonal dishes and a warm, classic dining room.
Casual bacaro-style stop inside the market area, good for cicchetti, local wine and quick tastes of regional products.
Moderate for northern Italy. Hotels and dining are a little cheaper than Venice, while local buses and everyday cafés stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is enough in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piran to Padua by ferry. 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 ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Padua, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Piran to Padua ferries use the Port of Piran to Port of Venice port pair. Use this guide to compare Piran and Padua ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Piran has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Fritolin Pri Cantini (0.3km), Pavel 2 (0.4km), Riva (0.5km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piran.
Available at Port of Piran: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Port of Piran: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piran.