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

The cheapest way to get from Parma to Cortona is to bus and train which costs €30 - €55 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Parma to Cortona is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Parma and Cortona?

No, there is no direct train from Parma to Cortona. However, there are services departing from Parma and arriving at Camuccia-Cortona via Bologna Centrale and Firenze S.M.N.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Parma to Cortona?

The distance between Parma and Cortona is 296 km. The road distance is 277.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Parma to Cortona without a car is to train via Bologna which takes 3h 50m and costs €30 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Parma to Cortona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parma to Cortona train from?

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

Where does the Parma to Cortona train arrive?

Parma to Cortona train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Can I drive from Parma to Cortona?

Yes, the driving distance between Parma to Cortona is 278 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Parma to Cortona.

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

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Where can I stay near Cortona?

There are 2147+ hotels available in Cortona.

Parma to Cortona - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Parma to Cortona by train (Trenitalia), bus, train, or car

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Train via Bologna
best
1. Take the train from Parma to Bologna Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Firenze S.M.N.train Fr
3. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Camuccia-Cortonatrain Re
3h 50m
€34–76
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parma to Florence Villa Constanza Bus Stationbus 518 / ...
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Camuccia-Cortonatrain Re / ...
5h 55m
€31–54
Drive 277.8 km
1. Drive from Parma to Cortonacar 277.8 km
2h 56m
€44–64
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Parma to Terontola-Cortonatrain Ic
4h 46m
€33–66

Parma to Cortona by train

225Weekly Trains

3h 50mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 296.4 km
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a train from Parma to Camuccia-Cortona via Bologna Centrale and Firenze S.M.N. in around 3h 50m.

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