The cheapest and fastest trains from Padua to La Spezia
Cheapest price
€28
Average price
€32
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 40 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Padua to La Spezia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Padua to La Spezia will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
Of the 4 trains that leave Padua for La Spezia on Sun, Nov 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 16 the direct trains cover the 217 km distance in an average of 6 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest trains will take 9 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Padua to La Spezia
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Padua to La Spezia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €28, and a bus costs an average of €22.
Distance: 217 km
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€30 Average price Cheapest | €35 Average price |
4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Padua to La Spezia train times
The table below shows live departures for Padua to La Spezia trains for today, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:09 AM Padua | 5h45 | 11:54 AM La Spezia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:09 PM Padua | 5h45 | 6:54 PM La Spezia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:09 PM Padua | 5h43 | 8:52 PM La Spezia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:33 PM Padua | 11h28 | 8:01 AM La Spezia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Padua to La Spezia
Trains from Padua to La Spezia run on average 28 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 217 km distance in 5h 4m.
Distance 217 km |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 28 |
Fastest train 5h 4m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: Regionale, Italo, Intercity, Frecciarossa, ÖBB Nightjet from Padua to La Spezia trainsRegionale, Italo, Intercity, Frecciarossa, ÖBB Nightjet trains will get you between Padua and La Spezia from €22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Padua to La Spezia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Padua to La Spezia by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at La Spezia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Padua to La Spezia
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazzale Stazione.
- Ristorante Zairo
- Trattoria Al Fungo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Grand'Italia
- NH Padova
- Hotel Europa
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-11 for trains to Venice, Milan, Rome
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Hall 3: connections to tram and bus services
- Tram: Line SIR1
- Bus: Several lines available including 3, 6, 10, 11, 12, 18
- Taxi: Available outside the main entrance
- Free WiFi in the station with password displayed on ticket.
- Luggage lockers are located inside the main terminal.
- Chef Express
- Moka
- Wake Up Cafe' Di Bottazzo Paolo
- There are elevators from the parking garage and the road into the station as well as ramps for train access.
- Affittacamere Casa Dane
- La Siesta
- Hotel Mary
- Located inside the station near the information board.
- Bus lines: 6, 9, 17, 20, 22, 23, 28, A, C, L, S, SA, SC
- Train lines: REG, IC, FB
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station entrance.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- The station has a simple layout with two main platforms for regional trains.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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