What is the cheapest way to get from Naples to Parma?

The cheapest way to get from Naples to Parma is to bus which costs €25 - €85 and takes 9h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Naples to Parma?

The fastest way to get from Naples to Parma is to fly and shuttle which takes 3h 35m and costs €160 - €470.

Is there a direct bus between Naples and Parma?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Naples Metropark Central Parking and arriving at Parma Bus Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Naples and Parma?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Napoli Centrale and arriving at Parma. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 47m.

How far is it from Naples to Parma?

The distance between Naples and Parma is 652 km. The road distance is 655.1 km.

How do I travel from Naples to Parma without a car?

The best way to get from Naples to Parma without a car is to train via Bologna which takes 4h 56m and costs €65 - €230.

How long does it take to get from Naples to Parma?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Naples to Parma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Naples to Parma bus from?

Naples to Parma bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Naples Metropark Central Parking station.

Where do I catch the Naples to Parma train from?

Naples to Parma train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Napoli Centrale station.

Train or bus from Naples to Parma?

The best way to get from Naples to Parma is to train via Bologna which takes 4h 56m and costs €65 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €85 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Naples to Parma bus arrive?

Naples to Parma bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Parma Bus Station.

Where does the Naples to Parma train arrive?

Naples to Parma train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Can I drive from Naples to Parma?

Yes, the driving distance between Naples to Parma is 655 km. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Naples to Parma.

How do I get a train ticket from Naples to Parma?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Naples to Parma?

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Where can I stay near Parma?

There are 839+ hotels available in Parma.

Naples to Parma - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Naples to Parma by train (Trenitalia), bus, night train, car, train, plane, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Bologna
best
1. Take the train from Napoli Centrale to Bologna Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Parmatrain Ic
4h 56m
€68–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Naples Metropark Central Parking to Parma Bus Stationbus Itabus
9h 45m
€25–85
Night train
1. Take the night train from Napoli Centrale to Parmanighttrain Ini
7h 47m
€60–120
Drive 655.1 km
1. Drive from Naples to Parmacar 655.1 km
5h 54m
€102–148
Train
1. Take the train from Napoli Centrale to Reggio Emiliatrain 9962
6h 10m
€85–216
Train #2
1. Take the train from Napoli to Mediopadana R.Emiliatrain 9908 / ...
6h 11m
€86–236
Train #3 (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Napoli Centrale to Parmatrain Ic
7h 18m
€70–150
Fly to Milan Linate Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Naples Airport (NAP) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane NAP - LIN
2. Take a shuttle bus from Milano Linate airport to Parmashuttle
3h 35m
€169–464
Fly to Il Caravaggio International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Naples Airport (NAP) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)plane NAP - BGY
2. Take a shuttle bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Parmashuttle
4h 6m
€178–478
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Naples Airport (NAP) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane NAP - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Parmatrain
5h 12m
€45–172

Naples to Parma by train

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4h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 652.1 km
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Naples, Italy and Parma, Italy?

You can take a train from Napoli Centrale to Parma via Bologna Centrale in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Naples Metropark Central Parking to Parma Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost €40–75 and the journey takes 9h 45m. Two other operators also service this route.

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