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

The cheapest way to get from Parma to Novara is to bus which costs €8 - €26 and takes 3h 15m.

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 49m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Parma and Novara?

No, there is no direct bus from Parma to Novara. However, there are services departing from Parma and arriving at Novara via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

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 17m and costs €15 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m 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 FlixBus, depart from Parma 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 17m and costs €15 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €26 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Parma to Novara bus arrive?

Parma to Novara bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano 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 49m to drive from Parma to Novara.

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

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Where can I stay near Novara?

There are 565+ hotels available in Novara.

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, night train, car, or train

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Parma to Milano CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Novara2010 / ...
2h 17m
€16–52
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parma to Milano, Autostazione LampugnanoN410 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to NovaraVieste
3h 15m
€8–26
Night train
1. Take the night train from Parma to NovaraIni
2h 36m
€29–40
Drive 177.8 km
1. Drive from Parma to Novara177.8 km
1h 49m
€28–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Parma to Saronno518
2. Take the train from Saronno to Novara NordR27
4h 6m
€18–24

Parma to Novara by train

113Weekly Trains

2h 17mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.4 km
Duration: 2h 17m

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 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parma to Novara via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 3h 15m.

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