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

The cheapest way to get from Parma to Cesena is to bus via Bologna which costs €13 - €24 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Parma to Cesena is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Parma and Cesena?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Parma Via Traversante and arriving at Cesena Piazzale dell Accoglienza. Services depart once daily, and operate Tuesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 8h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Parma and Cesena?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Parma and arriving at Cesena. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Parma to Cesena?

The distance between Parma and Cesena is 173 km. The road distance is 182.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Parma to Cesena without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs €18 - €50.

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

The train from Parma to Cesena takes 1h 54m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Parma to Cesena bus from?

Parma to Cesena bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Parma station.

Where do I catch the Parma to Cesena train from?

Parma to Cesena train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Parma station.

Train or bus from Parma to Cesena?

The best way to get from Parma to Cesena is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs €18 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus via Bologna, which costs €13 - €24 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Parma to Cesena bus arrive?

Parma to Cesena bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Where does the Parma to Cesena train arrive?

Parma to Cesena train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Cesena station.

Can I drive from Parma to Cesena?

Yes, the driving distance between Parma to Cesena is 183 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Parma to Cesena.

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

Book your Parma to Cesena train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Parma to Cesena bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cesena?

There are 1278+ hotels available in Cesena.

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

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Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Parma to Cesenatrain Ic
1h 54m
€18–50
Bus via Bologna
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parma to Bologna Centralebus N410 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Cesena Accoglienzabus N554
3h 25m
€14–23
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Parma to Cesenanighttrain Ini
2h 3m
€15–30
Drive 182.6 km
1. Drive from Parma to Cesenacar 182.6 km
1h 53m
€29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parma Via Traversante to Cesena Piazzale dell Accoglienzabus
8h 31m
€15–22

Parma to Cesena by train (Trenitalia)

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1h 54mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.7 km
Duration: 1h 54m

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

Trenitalia Intercity operates a train from Parma to Cesena every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–40 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parma to Cesena Accoglienza via Bologna Centrale in around 3h 25m.

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