- 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.
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
49
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Padua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Padua will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 49 trains that leave Bologna for Padua every day 48 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 111 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 3 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.
Regionale 3970
Regionale 3982
Regionale TTPER 87990 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1738
Regionale 3974
Regionale 3988
FRECCIAROSSA 9480
FRECCIAROSSA 9406
FRECCIAROSSA 9400
FRECCIAROSSA 9420
FRECCIAROSSA 9404Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Padua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 111 km
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£11 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Padua trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8924 | 9:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h04 | 10:25 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 10:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h03 | 11:04 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3972 | 10:15 Bologna Corticella | 1h36 | 11:51 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
8904 | 10:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h04 | 11:25 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 11:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h03 | 12:04 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3994 | 11:15 Bologna Corticella | 1h36 | 12:51 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
8906 | 11:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h04 | 12:25 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 12:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h03 | 13:04 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3974 | 12:15 Bologna Corticella | 1h36 | 13:51 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
8908 | 12:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h04 | 13:25 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 13:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h03 | 14:04 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3978 | 13:15 Bologna Corticella | 1h36 | 14:51 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
8910 | 13:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h04 | 14:25 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 14:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h03 | 15:04 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 14:18 Bologna Centrale | 1h13 | 15:31 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
8914 | 14:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h04 | 15:25 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3980 | 14:33 Bologna Corticella | 1h18 | 15:51 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 588 | 14:51 Bologna Centrale | 1h07 | 15:58 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420 | 15:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h03 | 16:04 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3982 | 15:15 Bologna Corticella | 1h36 | 16:51 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
8916 | 15:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h04 | 16:25 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 16:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h03 | 17:04 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3984 | 16:15 Bologna Corticella | 1h36 | 17:51 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 17:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h03 | 18:04 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3986 | 17:15 Bologna Corticella | 1h36 | 18:51 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
8918 | 17:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h04 | 18:25 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 18:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h03 | 19:04 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3988 | 18:16 Bologna Corticella | 1h35 | 19:51 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
8928 | 18:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h04 | 19:25 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 18:41 Bologna Centrale | 0h59 | 19:40 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 19:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h03 | 20:04 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3990 | 19:15 Bologna Corticella | 1h36 | 20:51 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
8920 | 19:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h04 | 20:25 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 592 | 20:00 Bologna Centrale | 1h20 | 21:20 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9430 | 20:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h03 | 21:04 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 20:18 Bologna Centrale | 1h20 | 21:38 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
8922 | 20:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h04 | 21:25 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3992 | 21:15 Bologna Corticella | 1h36 | 22:51 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 21:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h06 | 22:27 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 22:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h03 | 23:04 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 774 | 4:25 Bologna Centrale | 1h20 | 5:45 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3998 | 5:25 Bologna Corticella | 1h24 | 6:49 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3960 | 6:16 Bologna Corticella | 1h35 | 7:51 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3962 | 7:16 Bologna Corticella | 1h35 | 8:51 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400 | 8:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h03 | 9:04 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3966 | 8:16 Bologna Corticella | 1h35 | 9:51 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 9:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h03 | 10:04 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3970 | 9:16 Bologna Corticella | 1h35 | 10:51 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Bologna to Padua run on average 44 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 43 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:08, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 111 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 111 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 44 |
Direct trains 43 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 1:08 |
Last train 23:22 |
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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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Padua 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 Padua, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Padua trains use the Bologna Centrale to Padova station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Padua train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Centrale: Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Bologna, Aeroporto is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple options on site
Free wifi throughout the station. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto.
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Fully accessible for disabled individuals.
Bologna Corticella is 6 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Corticella has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna Corticella.
ATMs are available at Bologna Corticella.
Available at Bologna Corticella: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Bologna Corticella: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Corticella.
Padova has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Zairo, Trattoria Al Fungo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Padova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Padova. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Padova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Padova: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Padova: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Grand'Italia, NH Padova, Hotel Europa.
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