Day trip from Piacenza 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.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Rome to Piacenza
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Piacenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £28 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £28, while a flight costs an average of £384.
Distance: 416 km
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£28 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price | £384 Average Price | £111 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
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Compare ways to travel from Rome to Piacenza
Compare the available ways to get from Rome to Piacenza, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Piacenza is a train with an average price of £28.
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Piacenza:
A train is £7 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Rome to Piacenza costing on average £35.
A train is £357 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Piacenza costing on average £384.
The fastest way to travel from Rome to Piacenza is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 55m.
Other travel options to Piacenza take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 58m.
Coach takes on average 7h 51m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rome and Piacenza including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 1h 11m faster (4h 28m by train vs 5h 39m by car) and roughly £83 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£28 vs £111). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Travel optionsfrom Rome to Piacenza
How to get to Piacenza from Rome by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Rome to Piacenza is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
389821:45 7h05 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina 4:50 Piacenza, Piazzale Guglielmo Marconi (Stazione Ferroviaria) £27 1 One-way 0 changes
Cheapest
- 3898
21:45 7h05 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina 4:50 Piacenza, Piazzale Guglielmo Marconi (Stazione Ferroviaria) £27 1 One-way 0 changes
Fastest
- AZ1319
13:20 1h05 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport 14:25 Bologna Airport £89 1 One-way 0 changes
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Flight
Regionale Veloce 4134 · Regionale 229614:12 8h11 Rome Termini 22:23 Piacenza station £38 1 One-way 1 change- Regionale Veloce 4096 · Regionale 94455 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918
6:10 11h05 Rome Termini 17:15 Piacenza station £42 1 One-way 2 changes 
InterCityNotte 79823:51 6h03 Rome Tiburtina 5:54 Piacenza station £44 1 One-way 0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus
18:00 12h24 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) 6:24 Piacenza, Viale Sant'Ambrogio (Torrione Fodesta) £33 1 One-way 1 change - FlixBus · FlixBus
20:35 9h49 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina 6:24 Piacenza, Viale Sant'Ambrogio (Torrione Fodesta) £34 1 One-way 1 change - 2418
0:40 6h35 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina 7:15 Piacenza, Via Portapuglia / Via Caorsana (Parcheggio Cimitero) £40 1 One-way 0 changes
- AZ2044
14:00 1h10 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport 15:10 Milan Linate Airport £77 1 One-way 0 changes - AZ2042
13:00 1h10 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport 14:10 Milan Linate Airport £77 1 One-way 0 changes - AZ2038
14:30 1h10 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport 15:40 Milan Linate Airport £77 1 One-way 0 changes
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Best day trips from Piacenza by train
The most popular day trips by train from Piacenza are Milan, Parma, Cremona, Bologna and Modena. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Piacenza on Omio.
Day trip from Piacenza to Parma by train
Why visit Parma for the day?
Parma is known for elegant squares, Romanesque landmarks and a food culture centred on Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma. Its compact historic centre and calm, refined atmosphere make it easy to explore.
Day trip from Piacenza to Cremona by train
Why visit Cremona for the day?
Cremona is best known for its violin-making heritage, especially the legacy of Stradivari. Its historic centre, marked by the Torrazzo and elegant piazzas, feels calm, cultured and deeply tied to music.
Day trip from Piacenza 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.
Day trip from Piacenza 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.
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FAQs: Rome to Piacenza
Travel to Piacenza 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 Rome to Piacenza.
There are 3 options to travel between Rome and Piacenza including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Piacenza is a train with an average price of £28.
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Piacenza:
A train is £7 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Rome to Piacenza costing on average £35.
A train is £357 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Piacenza costing on average £384.
The fastest way to travel from Rome to Piacenza is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 55m.
Other travel options to Piacenza take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 58m.
Coach takes on average 7h 51m.
The Rome to Piacenza distance is approximately 416 km.
The average frequency per day from Rome to Piacenza is:
- Around 101 trains per day.
- Around 37 flights per day.
- Around 8 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rome and Piacenza 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 Rome to Piacenza:
- Flights mostly depart from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and arrive in Milan Linate Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Rome Termini and arrive in Piacenza station.
- Coaches mostly depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arrive in Piacenza, Via Portapuglia / Via Caorsana (Parcheggio Cimitero).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rome to Piacenza, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee, Salemi to go to Piacenza by coach.
- Travel with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Regionale, Intercity Notte, Frecciabianca to go to Piacenza by train.
- Travel with ITA, British Airways, Lufthansa, Aeroitalia, Austrian Airlines, Swiss, Icelandair, Eurowings, Edelweiss Air, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Helvetic Airways, Avion Express Malta, Lufthansa Cityline, Brussels Airlines to go to Piacenza by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rome to Piacenza with the following travel companies:
- 3 direct coaches per day with Itabus, Salemi.
- 3 direct trains per day with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte.
- 12 direct flights per day with ITA, Aeroitalia.
Omio customers who travel from Rome to Piacenza often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Milan Centrale, Naples, Turin, Bologna. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Piacenza and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Rome to Piacenza, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
Two to three days in Piacenza is ideal to explore its historical architecture, enjoy local cuisine, and visit nearby vineyards.
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