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

The cheapest way to get from Parma to Novara is to bus and train which costs €14 - €23 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Parma to Novara is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Parma and Novara?

No, there is no direct bus from Parma station to Novara. However, there are services departing from Parma Bus Station and arriving at Novara Largo Pastore via Milan Malpensa Airport Arrivals Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Parma and Novara?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Parma and arriving at Novara. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Parma to Novara?

The distance between Parma and Novara is 172 km. The road distance is 177.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Parma to Novara without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs €18 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Parma to Novara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parma to Novara bus from?

Parma to Novara bus services, operated by Itabus, depart from Parma Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Parma to Novara train from?

Parma to Novara train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Parma station.

Train or bus from Parma to Novara?

The best way to get from Parma to Novara is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs €18 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Parma to Novara bus arrive?

Parma to Novara bus services, operated by Itabus, arrive at Milan Malpensa Terminal 2 Arrivals station.

Where does the Parma to Novara train arrive?

Parma to Novara train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Parma to Novara?

Yes, the driving distance between Parma to Novara is 178 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Parma to Novara.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Novara?

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Parma to Novara - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Parma to Novara by train (Trenitalia), bus, train, night train, or car

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

Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Parma to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Novaratrain 2010 / ...
2h 22m
€19–46
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parma to Saronnobus 518
2. Take the train from Saronno to Novara Nordtrain R27
4h 5m
€15–23
Night train
1. Take the night train from Parma to Novaranighttrain Ini
2h 36m
€16–35
Drive 177.8 km
1. Drive from Parma to Novaracar 177.8 km
1h 50m
€28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parma Bus Station to Milan Malpensa Terminal 2 Arrivalsbus Itabus
2. Take the bus from Milan Malpensa Airport Arrivals Terminal 2 to Novara Largo Pastorebus flibco
4h 35m

Parma to Novara by train (Trenitalia)

104Weekly Trains

2h 22mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.4 km
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Parma to Novara via Milano Centrale in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parma Bus Station to Novara Largo Pastore via Milan Malpensa Terminal 2 Arrivals and Milan Malpensa Airport Arrivals Terminal 2 in around 4h 35m.

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