How to get to Reggio Calabria from Parma

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Compare train, coach and flight for Parma to Reggio Calabria

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Parma to Reggio Calabria among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £26, while a flight costs an average of £170.

Distance: 866 km

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£170

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£26

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£92

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£214

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4h 18m

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2h 18m

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10h 50m

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17h 51m

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17h 21m

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10h 49m

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2.6 - 5.2kg

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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0.9 - 2.2kg

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Compare ways to travel from Parma to Reggio Calabria

Compare the available ways to get from Parma to Reggio Calabria, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Parma to Reggio Calabria is a train with an average price of £26.

This is compared to other travel options from Parma to Reggio Calabria:

A train is £66 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Parma to Reggio Calabria costing on average £92.

A train is £144 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Parma to Reggio Calabria costing on average £170.

The fastest way to travel from Parma to Reggio Calabria is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 18m.

Other travel options to Reggio Calabria take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 50m.

Coach takes on average 17h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Parma and Reggio Calabria including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 8h 31m sooner (2h 18m by flight vs 10h 49m by car) and save roughly £45 compared to fuel and tolls (£170 vs £214). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Parma to Reggio Calabria

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

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

  • Malta AirFR 2269
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  • Malta AirFR 2269
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  • ITAAZ1195
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  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 19251+Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 795
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  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 19251+Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 795+RegionaleRegionale 5642
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  • IntercityIntercity 609+TrenitaliaBUS LP981
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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
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  • ITAAZ2109 · AZ1161
    1 change
  • ITAAZ2043 · AZ1157
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  • ITAAZ2097 · AZ1161
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Best day trips from Reggio Calabria by train

The most popular day trips by train from Reggio Calabria are Villa San Giovanni, Messina, Scilla, Bagnara Calabra and Palmi. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Reggio Calabria on Omio.

A view of Villa San Giovanni

Day trip from Reggio Calabria to Villa San Giovanni by train

Why visit Villa San Giovanni for the day?

Villa San Giovanni is a coastal Calabrian town on the Strait of Messina, known as the main gateway to Sicily. Sea views, swordfish traditions and a working waterfront give it a practical, maritime character.

A view of Messina

Day trip from Reggio Calabria to Messina by train

Why visit Messina for the day?

Messina is a Sicilian port city known for its harbour, cathedral and the astronomical clock on the Duomo’s bell tower. It feels practical and lively, with a seafront setting and a history shaped by repeated rebuilding.

A view of Scilla

Day trip from Reggio Calabria to Scilla by train

Why visit Scilla for the day?

Scilla is a small Calabrian seaside town known for Chianalea, Ruffo Castle and its long fishing tradition. With narrow lanes, pebbled shores and views across the Strait of Messina, it feels rooted in everyday coastal life.

A view of Bagnara Calabra

Day trip from Reggio Calabria to Bagnara Calabra by train

Why visit Bagnara Calabra for the day?

Bagnara Calabra is a coastal town on Calabria’s Tyrrhenian shore, known for swordfishing, tuna traditions and torrone. Its setting between steep slopes and the Strait of Messina gives it a strong maritime feel and a practical seaside character.

A view of Palmi

Day trip from Reggio Calabria to Palmi by train

Why visit Palmi for the day?

Palmi is a Calabrian coastal town above the Costa Viola, known for sea views, nearby beaches and the Varia festival. Its historic centre and setting between shoreline and hills give it a relaxed southern character.

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FAQs: Parma to Reggio Calabria

Travel to Reggio Calabria 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 Parma to Reggio Calabria.

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There are 3 options to travel between Parma and Reggio Calabria including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Parma to Reggio Calabria is a train with an average price of £26.

This is compared to other travel options from Parma to Reggio Calabria:

A train is £66 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Parma to Reggio Calabria costing on average £92.

A train is £144 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Parma to Reggio Calabria costing on average £170.

The fastest way to travel from Parma to Reggio Calabria is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 18m.

Other travel options to Reggio Calabria take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 50m.

Coach takes on average 17h 51m.

The Parma to Reggio Calabria distance is approximately 866 km.
The average frequency per day from Parma to Reggio Calabria is:
  • Around 42 trains per day.
  • Around 8 flights per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Parma and Reggio Calabria 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 Parma to Reggio Calabria:
  • Coaches mostly depart from Parma, Terminal Bus and arrive in Reggio Calabria, Via Caprera / Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi.
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Linate Airport and arrive in Reggio Calabria Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Parma station and arrive in Reggio Di Calabria Centrale.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Parma to Reggio Calabria, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ITA, Malta Air, Bulgaria Air to go to Reggio Calabria by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Salemi to go to Reggio Calabria by coach.
  • Travel with Italo, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Frecciargento to go to Reggio Calabria by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Parma to Reggio Calabria:
  • 3 direct flights per day with ITA, Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Parma to Reggio Calabria often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Rome, Messina, Tropea, Naples. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Reggio Calabria and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Parma to Reggio Calabria, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
Three to four days in Reggio Calabria allow you to explore its main attractions, enjoy the beaches, and experience local culture.

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