The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Venice Santa Lucia
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
1 h 33 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
49
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna 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 to Venice Santa Lucia will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 49 trains that leave Bologna for Venice Santa Lucia on Tue, Nov 18, 43 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.
Regionale TTPER 17964 · Regionale 17090
Regionale TTPER 17948 · Regionale 17080
Regionale TTPER 17960 · Regionale 17088
Regionale Veloce 3980
Regionale Veloce 3984
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9404
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9400
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9434
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9423
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9416Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Venice Santa Lucia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, and a bus costs an average of €4.
Distance: 81 miles (131 km)
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Bologna to Venice Santa Lucia train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Venice Santa Lucia trains for today, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:18 AM Bologna | 2h02 | 8:20 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:59 AM Bologna | 3h21 | 10:20 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 AM Bologna | 2h10 | 10:20 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:21 PM Bologna | 1h34 | 2:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:35 PM Bologna | 3h34 | 5:09 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Venice Santa Lucia
Trains from Bologna to Venice Santa Lucia run on average 42 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 37 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:25, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 42 |
Direct trains 37 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 02:25 |
Last train 19:10 |
Train companies: Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Trenitalia from Bologna to Venice Santa Lucia trainsRegionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Trenitalia trains will get you between Bologna and Venice Santa Lucia from $5 (€4). 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 Bologna to Venice Santa Lucia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Venice Santa Lucia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Bakery
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- CA.FÉ MAZZINI
- Gelateria Mazzini
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Camplus Mazzini
- Hotel Blumen
- Hotel Sant'Orsola City House
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional trains.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Elevators, ramps.
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
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