How to get to Parma from Ancona

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Compare train, coach and flight for Ancona to Parma

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ancona to Parma among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, while a flight costs an average of £209.

Distance: 287 km

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£34

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£209

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3h 53m

Average total duration

3h 23m

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3h 44m

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1h 44m

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6h 31m

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Regionale

Most popular train company

Danish Air Transport

Most popular airline

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The cheapest way to travel from Ancona to Parma is a coach with an average price of £32.

This is compared to other travel options from Ancona to Parma:

A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ancona to Parma costing on average £34.

A coach is £178 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ancona to Parma costing on average £209.

The fastest way to travel from Ancona to Parma is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 44m.

Other travel options to Parma take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 53m.

Coach takes on average 6h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Ancona and Parma including taking a train, coach and flight.

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from Ancona to Parma

How to get to Parma from Ancona by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Ancona to Parma is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:207h00
    Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681
    14:20Parma, Terminal Bus
    £161One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:207h00
    Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681
    14:20Parma, Terminal Bus
    £161One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • Danish Air TransportDX1712
    9:401h15
    Ancona Marche Airport
    10:55Milan Linate Airport
    £891One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 3926
    16:453h46
    Ancona station
    20:31Parma station
    £231One-way
    0 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3908
    7:453h46
    Ancona station
    11:31Parma station
    £231One-way
    0 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 3910
    8:453h46
    Ancona station
    12:31Parma station
    £231One-way
    0 changes
  • Danish Air TransportDX1714
    18:251h20
    Ancona Marche Airport
    19:45Milan Linate Airport
    £951One-way
    0 changes

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Best day trips from Parma by train

The most popular day trips by train from Parma are Bologna, Modena, Reggio Emilia, Milan and Piacenza. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Parma on Omio.

A view of Bologna

Day trip from Parma to Bologna by train

Why visit Bologna for the day?

Bologna is known for its porticoes, medieval centre and one of Europe’s oldest universities. The city feels lively yet grounded, with red-brick streets, elegant piazzas and a food culture that shapes daily life.

A view of Modena

Day trip from Parma to Modena by train

Why visit Modena for the day?

Modena is known for its Romanesque cathedral, traditional balsamic vinegar and its links to Ferrari and Luciano Pavarotti. Its arcaded centre and well-rooted food culture give the city a polished but relaxed feel.

A view of Reggio Emilia

Day trip from Parma to Reggio Emilia by train

Why visit Reggio Emilia for the day?

Reggio Emilia is known for elegant squares, rich Emilian cooking and the Reggio Emilia approach to early years education. Its compact historic centre feels polished and local, with arcades, markets and civic buildings shaping daily life.

A view of Milan

Day trip from Parma to Milan by train

Why visit Milan for the day?

Milan is Italy’s capital of fashion and finance, with a polished, modern feel. The Duomo, La Scala and aperitivo culture sit alongside renowned art and design.

A view of Piacenza

Day trip from Parma to Piacenza by train

Why visit Piacenza for the day?

Piacenza is known for its Roman roots, handsome historic centre and rich Emilia-Romagna food culture. Palaces, churches and lively piazzas give the city a grounded, local character.

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FAQs: Ancona to Parma

Travel to Parma easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ancona to Parma.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Ancona and Parma including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Ancona to Parma is a coach with an average price of £32.

This is compared to other travel options from Ancona to Parma:

A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ancona to Parma costing on average £34.

A coach is £178 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ancona to Parma costing on average £209.

The fastest way to travel from Ancona to Parma is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 44m.

Other travel options to Parma take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 53m.

Coach takes on average 6h 31m.

The Ancona to Parma distance is approximately 287 km.
The average frequency per day from Ancona to Parma is:
  • Around 23 trains per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ancona and Parma as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ancona to Parma:
  • Flights mostly depart from Ancona Marche Airport and arrive in Milan Linate Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Ancona station and arrive in Parma station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 and arrive in Parma, Terminal Bus.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ancona to Parma, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte to go to Parma by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Parma by coach.
  • Travel with Danish Air Transport, Air Dolomiti to go to Parma by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Ancona to Parma with the following travel companies:
  • 17 direct trains per day with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Danish Air Transport.
Omio customers who travel from Ancona to Parma often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Bologna, Rome, Milan Centrale, Florence. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Parma and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Ancona to Parma, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Parma, you can explore the Museo Glauco Lombardi, dedicated to Marie Louise, Duchess of Parma, and visit a Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese factory to learn about cheese-making and enjoy tastings. Discover vibrant local markets like Mercato di Piazza Ghiaia for fresh produce and regional specialties. Savour Parma's famous prosciutto on a culinary tour, and attend a concert at the modern Auditorium Paganini. Marvel at the stunning frescoes in Parma Cathedral and the medieval sculptures in the Baptistery of Parma. Enjoy the neoclassical architecture of Teatro Regio, explore the Palazzo della Pilotta's museums and the Farnese Theatre, and relax in the serene Parco Ducale.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Parma's historic sites, savour its renowned culinary offerings, and enjoy its local culture.

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