- Must visit
M9 - Museo del '900
Elegant villa museum with permanent displays and temporary shows, offering a quieter cultural stop in Mestre’s urban area.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Parma to Mestre is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Parma to Mestre will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
On Wed 11 Nov, we found 1 trains from Parma to Mestre, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 168 km distance in an average of 5 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 6 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.

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Trains from Parma to Mestre run on average 105 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 168 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 168 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 105 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 3:45 |
Last train 22:17 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Elegant villa museum with permanent displays and temporary shows, offering a quieter cultural stop in Mestre’s urban area.
Interactive museum exploring twentieth-century Italian history through multimedia installations, architecture and changing exhibitions.
Contemporary art centre in a restored convent, presenting rotating exhibitions in the heart of Mestre near Piazza Ferretto.
Mestre’s main square, lined with shops and historic buildings, and the best starting point for exploring the old centre on foot.
Large urban park with lakes, paths and event spaces, popular for walks, jogging and a break from the busy city streets.
Historic fort complex turned cultural and leisure area, with open spaces, exhibitions and canalside walks near Mestre and Venice.
Creamed salt cod whipped with olive oil, often served on polenta. A Venetian staple from the lagoon area and a classic bacaro snack.
Soft white polenta, a northern Italian staple long tied to Veneto farming traditions, commonly paired with fish, game or stews.
Sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, pine nuts and raisins. This sweet-sour Venetian dish reflects the city’s maritime trading history.
Refined dining in a historic villa hotel, serving polished Venetian and Italian dishes in an elegant, quieter atmosphere near Mestre centre.
Traditional Venetian restaurant known for seafood, pasta and warm service in central Mestre. Classic setting suited to a relaxed local meal.
Popular modern restaurant and pizzeria with reliable Venetian and Italian options. Handy for informal dining near transport and hotels.
Moderate for Italy: Mestre is cheaper than Venice for hotels and meals, while local buses and trains keep sightseeing and airport transfers relatively affordable.
Service is often included or modest. Round up in cafés and taxis, and leave €1-2 or about 5-10% at restaurants for good service.
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Venezia Mestre Ospedale -> Mestre Centro
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Parma to Mestre 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 Mestre, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Parma to Mestre trains use the Parma to Venezia Mestre Ospedale station pair. Use this guide to compare Parma and Mestre train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Parma 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: Angiol d'Or, Enoteca Fontana
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Parma. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Parma. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Parma: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Parma: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Parma: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include NH Parma, Hotel Torino, Hotel Button.
Venezia Mestre Ospedale is 2 km from Mestre city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre Ospedale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Venezia Mestre Ospedale.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia Mestre Ospedale. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Venezia Mestre Ospedale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre Ospedale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre Ospedale.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Villa Sara, Hotel Altieri, Hotel Ducale.
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