- Recommended
Museo Villa Nobel
Museum inside Villa Nobel presenting rooms, documents and exhibits linked to Alfred Nobel and the villa’s history.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£19
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
3 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
4 h 54 m
Trains on 23 Sept
4
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pavia to Sanremo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pavia to Sanremo will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 4 trains from Pavia to Sanremo, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 188 km distance in an average of 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 54 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 coach as it is the most popular option from Pavia to Sanremo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, while a coach costs an average of £32.
Distance: 188 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price | £59 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pavia to Sanremo:
A train is £10 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Pavia to Sanremo costing on average £32.
Other travel options to Sanremo take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 1m.
Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £59 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £36. The journey takes 3h 48m versus 3h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Intercity.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Pavia to Sanremo trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:26 Pavia | 4h18 | 9:44 Sanremo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:36 Pavia | 3h04 | 9:40 Sanremo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:26 Pavia | 4h18 | 18:44 Sanremo | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Pavia to Sanremo run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 188 km |
Average train duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 5:04 |
Last train 22:36 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Discover the best of Sanremo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sanremo trip today.
Museum inside Villa Nobel presenting rooms, documents and exhibits linked to Alfred Nobel and the villa’s history.
Contemporary exhibition venue in the restored seafront fort, hosting rotating art and heritage shows in historic spaces.
Civic museum with archaeology, paintings and local heritage displays, useful for understanding Sanremo and western Liguria.
Sanremo’s oldest quarter, a maze of steep lanes, arches and small squares that rewards slow walks and photography.
Long coastal cycle and walking route on a former railway, popular for sea views, easy strolls and bike hire.
Grand central square facing the sea, known for palms, events and a classic promenade atmosphere.
Ligurian savoury tart of rice baked with egg and cheese. A classic snack in western Liguria, often linked with local feast days and home cooking.
Salt cod cooked in tomato, olive oil, garlic and Taggiasca olives. It reflects the Riviera’s long tradition of preserving and serving baccalà.
Snails slowly braised with herbs, pine nuts and local olive oil. A traditional inland and coastal Ligurian dish still associated with family meals.
Established seafood restaurant near the coast, known for carefully prepared fish dishes and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Well-known traditional venue serving Ligurian and seafood specialities in a classic, welcoming setting popular with both locals and visitors.
Refined restaurant with sea views, specialising in seafood and Riviera flavours, suited to a longer, more formal meal.
Moderate for the Italian Riviera: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local buses stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up in cafés and taxis; leave 5-10% in restaurants only for notably good service.
Official public transport app
Sanremo -> Piazza Colombo, Sanremo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pavia to Sanremo 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 Sanremo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pavia to Sanremo trains use the Pavia to Sanremo station pair. Use this guide to compare Pavia and Sanremo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Sanremo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Living Garden, Ristorante Flipper
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Sanremo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sanremo.
Available at Sanremo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sanremo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sanremo: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Royal Hotel Sanremo, Hotel De Paris Sanremo, Grand Hotel & Des Anglais.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need