- Must visit
Gallerie dell'Accademia
Venice’s premier art museum, known for its exceptional collection of Venetian painting from the 14th to 18th centuries, including works by Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Arco to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 77 miles (124 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$16 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Arco to Venice:
A train is $0.43 (€0.35) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Arco to Venice costing on average $17 (€14).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 45m.
The journey is about 3m faster (2h 15m by train vs 2h 18m by car) and roughly $18 (€15) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($16 (€13) vs $34 (€28)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Arco to Venice run on average 108 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€13) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 77 miles (124 km) |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€13) |
Trains per day 108 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 4:51 AM |
Last train 9:25 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Venice’s premier art museum, known for its exceptional collection of Venetian painting from the 14th to 18th centuries, including works by Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese.
A leading modern art museum in the Palazzo Venier dei Leoni, featuring major 20th-century works by Picasso, Pollock, Dalí, Kandinsky, and others in an iconic Grand Canal setting.
Part of Venice’s civic museum network, this Gothic palace museum offers grand state rooms, political history, and access to the famous Bridge of Sighs and former prison spaces.
Venice’s principal square is the city’s ceremonial heart, surrounded by famous landmarks and a must-see starting point despite heavy crowds.
The city’s main waterway is lined with historic palaces and offers Venice’s most classic moving panorama, whether viewed from bridges, vaporetti, or waterfront walks.
A large, lived-in district with canals, local shops, and a more relaxed feel than San Marco, popular with travelers seeking authentic everyday Venice.
A classic Venetian dish of sweet-and-sour sardines with onions, vinegar, pine nuts, and raisins. It reflects the city’s trading history and lagoon seafood traditions.
Salt cod whipped with olive oil into a creamy spread, usually served on bread or polenta. It is one of Venice’s most iconic cicchetti.
Venetian risotto colored and flavored with cuttlefish ink. It is a signature lagoon dish with deep seafood flavor.
A tiny, highly regarded seafood osteria with a refined approach to Venetian ingredients. Intimate, established, and popular for quality fish dishes.
A celebrated Burano trattoria famous for fresh seafood risotto and island hospitality. A well-known choice for authentic Venetian lagoon cuisine.
An elegant fine-dining restaurant on Piazza San Marco offering polished Venetian cuisine in a historic setting. Ideal for a high-end meal.
Venice is pricier than most Italian cities, especially near major sights. Hotels and tourist-area dining cost more; cicchetti bars and vaporetto passes help save.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good table service is appreciated. No tip needed for a quick coffee at the bar.
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Venezia Santa Lucia, Venice -> Piazzale Roma, Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Arco to Venice 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 Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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