- Must visit
Gallerie dell'Accademia
Venice's leading art museum, known for masterworks of Venetian painting from the 14th to 18th centuries, including Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese.
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
1 h 59 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Airport to Venice Santa Lucia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna Airport to Venice Santa Lucia will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
It's difficult to get from Bologna Airport to Venice Santa Lucia without transferring at least once.
Treno 3978 effettuato con bus VE626 · Regionale Veloce 3978+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX088
Regionale Veloce 3960+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX002
Regionale Veloce 3962+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX010
Regionale Veloce 3984+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX144
Regionale Veloce 3992+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX218
FRECCIAROSSA 9434+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX230
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX140
FRECCIAROSSA 8418+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX110
FRECCIAROSSA 9426+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX170
FRECCIAROSSA 9432+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX220Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Airport to Venice Santa Lucia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $10, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$33 Average price | $124 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna Airport to Venice Santa Lucia:
A ferry is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna Airport to Venice Santa Lucia costing on average $33 (€26).
A ferry is $114 (€92) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna Airport to Venice Santa Lucia costing on average $124 (€100).
Other travel options to Venice Santa Lucia take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 55m.
Train takes on average 1h 58m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Airport to Venice Santa Lucia trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3960+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX002 | 5:47 AM Bologna Airport | 2h33 | 8:20 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3962+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX010 | 6:47 AM Bologna Airport | 2h33 | 9:20 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX058+ Autobus TTPER B0668 · Regionale Veloce 3994 | 10:07 AM Bologna Airport | 3h13 | 1:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX072+ Autobus TTPER B0670 · Regionale Veloce 3974 | 11:03 AM Bologna Airport | 3h17 | 2:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Treno 3978 effettuato con bus VE626 · Regionale Veloce 3978+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX088 | 12:07 PM Bologna Airport | 3h13 | 3:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX110 | 1:35 PM Bologna Airport | 1h59 | 3:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX114 | 1:51 PM Bologna Airport | 2h17 | 4:08 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3980+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX116 | 1:59 PM Bologna Airport | 2h21 | 4:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX124 | 2:31 PM Bologna Airport | 2h03 | 4:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3982+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX128 | 2:47 PM Bologna Airport | 2h33 | 5:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX140 | 3:35 PM Bologna Airport | 1h59 | 5:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3984+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX144 | 3:51 PM Bologna Airport | 2h29 | 6:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX154 | 4:31 PM Bologna Airport | 2h03 | 6:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3986+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX158 | 4:47 PM Bologna Airport | 2h33 | 7:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX170 | 5:35 PM Bologna Airport | 1h59 | 7:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3988+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX174 | 5:51 PM Bologna Airport | 2h29 | 8:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX184 | 6:31 PM Bologna Airport | 2h03 | 8:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3990+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX188 | 6:47 PM Bologna Airport | 2h33 | 9:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX204 | 7:51 PM Bologna Airport | 2h18 | 10:09 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3992+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX218 | 8:47 PM Bologna Airport | 2h33 | 11:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9432+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX220 | 8:55 PM Bologna Airport | 2h00 | 10:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9434+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX230 | 9:35 PM Bologna Airport | 1h59 | 11:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bologna Airport to Venice Santa Lucia run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:47, the last at 18:47. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 8:47 AM |
Last train 6:47 PM |
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Discover the best of Venezia Santa Lucia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venezia Santa Lucia trip today.
Venice's leading art museum, known for masterworks of Venetian painting from the 14th to 18th centuries, including Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese.
A celebrated modern art museum in Peggy Guggenheim's former home, featuring works by Picasso, Pollock, Kandinsky, Dalí, and other major 20th-century artists.
A Gothic masterpiece and museum of the Venetian Republic, with grand halls, political chambers, artworks, and the famous Bridge of Sighs route.
Venice's grand main square, surrounded by monumental architecture and one of the city's essential gathering places for first-time visitors.
The city's main waterway, lined with palaces and best experienced from bridges, waterfront walks, or vaporetto rides for classic Venice views.
A lively historic district near the station with canals, local life, quieter streets, and a good balance between famous Venice and everyday Venice.
Sweet-and-sour sardines with onions, vinegar, raisins, and pine nuts, a classic Venetian lagoon dish with medieval roots.
Creamy risotto colored and flavored with cuttlefish ink, one of Venice’s most iconic seafood dishes.
Whipped salt cod spread, traditionally served on grilled bread or polenta, beloved in Venetian bacari.
Small, highly regarded seafood osteria with a refined menu and strong reputation for quality ingredients.
Well-known restaurant loved for seasonal Venetian cooking and notable vegetarian options in a warm, rustic space.
Long-established upscale restaurant serving polished Venetian cuisine with seafood specialties and attentive service.
Venice is pricier than most Italian cities, especially near the station and tourist areas. Hotels and dining cost more, but bakeries, bars, and takeaway spots can help keep costs down.
Tipping is not obligatory. A service charge may already be included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; small change is fine in cafés and taxis.
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Venezia Santa Lucia, Venice -> Piazzale Roma, Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Airport to Venice Santa Lucia 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 Santa Lucia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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