- 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
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cesena to Padua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cesena to Padua will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cesena for Padua every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 145 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 41 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cesena to Padua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 145 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£17 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Cesena to Padua trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:10 Cesena | 3h41 | 12:51 Padua | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:10 Cesena | 3h41 | 13:51 Padua | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Cesena to Padua run on average 39 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:12, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 145 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 145 km |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 39 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 1:12 |
Last train 23:39 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 2 days |
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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 Cesena 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 Cesena to Padua trains use the Cesena to Padova station pair. Use this guide to compare Cesena and Padua train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Cesena 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 Pizzeria La Rocca, Osteria Michiletta
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Cesena. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Cesena. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cesena: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cesena: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cesena: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Unaway Hotel Cesena Nord, Best Western Cesena Hotel, Hotel Casali.
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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