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Musei Civici del Castello Visconteo
Civic museum inside the Visconti Castle, with archaeological finds, paintings, sculpture, and local history in a major historic setting.
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
3 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
4 h 42 m
Trains on 07 Sept
3
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Padua to Pavia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Padua to Pavia will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 3 trains from Padua to Pavia, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 4 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 23 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 Padua to Pavia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, while a flight costs an average of £152.
Distance: 214 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price | £152 Average Price | £67 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Padua to Pavia:
A train is £65 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Padua to Pavia costing on average £85.
A train is £132 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Padua to Pavia costing on average £152.
Other travel options to Pavia take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 49m.
Flight takes on average 4h 37m.
The journey is about 5m faster (2h 49m by train vs 2h 54m by car) and roughly £48 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£20 vs £67). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Padua to Pavia trains for tomorrow, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:40 Padua | 3h19 | 18:59 Pavia | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:40 Padua | 5h23 | 0:03 Pavia | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:40 Padua | 5h23 | 1:03 Pavia | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Padua to Pavia run on average 43 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 43 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:34 |
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Discover the best of Pavia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pavia trip today.
Civic museum inside the Visconti Castle, with archaeological finds, paintings, sculpture, and local history in a major historic setting.
University museum displaying scientific instruments and medical collections that reflect Pavia’s long academic tradition and notable scholars.
Natural history museum with zoological and comparative anatomy collections, suited to visitors interested in science and historic university research.
Main central square framed by civic buildings, shops, and cafés; ideal for orientating yourself and enjoying Pavia’s everyday urban life.
Historic university courtyard area with elegant colonnades and an academic atmosphere; a rewarding stop for architecture and local heritage.
Riverside green space along the Ticino, popular for walks, views of the bridge, and a quieter perspective on the city and surrounding nature.
Classic Pavia soup of stale bread, hot meat broth, butter, cheese and a poached egg. A frugal local staple linked to the city’s traditional home cooking.
Rice cooked with local sausage, often from nearby Varzi or Lomellina pork traditions. It reflects the rice-growing landscape around Pavia and hearty Lombard cooking.
Slow-braised beef cooked with Bonarda wine and aromatics. It is a traditional Oltrepò Pavese dish that showcases the area’s red wine and robust rural cuisine.
Elegant central restaurant serving refined Lombard and Italian dishes in a polished but relaxed setting, popular for dinners and special occasions.
Well-known traditional venue for Pavia and Lombard cooking, with a classic atmosphere and a menu focused on local specialities and seasonal ingredients.
Casual, established trattoria known for generous portions, local dishes and a friendly atmosphere suited to an authentic everyday meal in Pavia.
Moderate for Italy: accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than Milan, while local trains and buses stay fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up in cafés and taxis, and leave 5-10% at restaurants only for notably good service.
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Pavia railway station -> Piazza della Vittoria, Pavia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Padua to Pavia 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 Pavia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Padua to Pavia trains use the Padova to Pavia station pair, with some services arriving at Pavia Porta Garibaldi. Use this guide to compare Padua and Pavia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Pavia is 1 km from Pavia city centre. Public transport options include:
Pavia 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 Da Giulio, Trattoria Da Lina
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pavia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pavia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pavia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pavia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pavia: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Moderno, Hotel Excelsior, Hotel Aurora.
Pavia Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi.
ATMs are available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi.
Available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking.
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