- Must visit
Gallerie dell'Accademia
Venice’s premier art museum, with masterpieces of Venetian painting from the 14th to 18th centuries by Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese.
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$70
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
290 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Genoa 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 Genoa to Venice Santa Lucia will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
It's difficult to get from Genoa to Venice Santa Lucia without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce 3032 · Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3507
Regionale Veloce 3040 · Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale Veloce 3549
Regionale Veloce 3016 · Regionale TRENORD 2615 · Regionale Veloce 3485
Regionale Veloce 3019 · Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale Veloce 3513
Regionale Veloce 3047 · Autobus TRENORD 1911A · Regionale 16277
Intercity 666+
FRECCIAROSSA 9733
Intercity 635+
FRECCIAROSSA 9757
Intercity 745+
FRECCIAROSSA 9737+
Regionale 16809
Intercity 652+
FRECCIAROSSA 9710
Regionale Veloce 3032+
FRECCIAROSSA 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 9423Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Venice Santa Lucia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 180 miles (290 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $119 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Genoa to Venice Santa Lucia:
A bus is $7 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Genoa to Venice Santa Lucia costing on average $36 (€30).
Other travel options to Venice Santa Lucia take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 16m.
The journey is about 6m faster (4h 32m by train vs 4h 38m by car) and roughly $82 (€68) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($36 (€30) vs $119 (€98)). 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.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Genoa to Venice Santa Lucia trains for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3021 · Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3523 | 3:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h06 | 8:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 674+ Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale 17247 | 4:19 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 6h37 | 10:56 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 674+ FRECCIAROSSA 9755+ Regionale Veloce 3990 | 4:19 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h01 | 9:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 635+ FRECCIAROSSA 9757 | 5:19 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h23 | 9:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3040 · Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale Veloce 3549 | 5:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 6h06 | 11:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 680+ FRECCIAROSSA 9763 | 6:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h59 | 11:17 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 680+ Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale Veloce 3549 | 6:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h32 | 11:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3047 · Autobus TRENORD 1911A · Regionale 16277 | 9:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 11h12 | 8:56 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, July 2 | |||||
Regionale Veloce 3016+ FRECCIAROSSA 9709 | 5:44 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h58 | 10:42 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3016 · Regionale TRENORD 2615 · Regionale Veloce 3485 | 5:44 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h06 | 10:50 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 652+ FRECCIAROSSA 9710 | 6:44 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h28 | 11:12 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 653+ FRECCIAROSSA 9717 | 7:19 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h53 | 12:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3019 · Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale Veloce 3513 | 7:50 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h00 | 12:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 662+ FRECCIAROSSA 9723 | 9:18 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h54 | 2:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 631+ Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3503 | 11:19 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h31 | 4:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 631+ FRECCIAROSSA 9731 | 11:19 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h53 | 4:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3028 · Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3503 | 11:42 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h08 | 4:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 666+ Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale Veloce 3505 | 12:19 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h31 | 5:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 666+ FRECCIAROSSA 9733 | 12:19 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h23 | 4:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 745+ FRECCIAROSSA 9737+ Regionale 16809 | 1:19 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h28 | 5:47 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 745+ FRECCIAROSSA 9741 | 1:19 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h53 | 6:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3032+ FRECCIAROSSA 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 1:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h50 | 6:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3032 · Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3507 | 1:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h06 | 6:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 670+ Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3547 | 2:19 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h31 | 7:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 670+ FRECCIAROSSA 9747 | 2:19 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h53 | 7:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2132+ FRECCIAROSSA 9753 | 2:27 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 6h15 | 8:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4046+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 2:50 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h44 | 8:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Genoa to Venice Santa Lucia run on average 24 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $15 (€13) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 16:44. The fastest train covers the 180 miles (290 km) distance in 4h 7m.
Distance 180 miles (290 km) |
Average train duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 7m |
First train 4:12 AM |
Last train 4:44 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
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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 premier art museum, with masterpieces of Venetian painting from the 14th to 18th centuries by Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese.
A leading modern art museum in Peggy Guggenheim’s former home on the Grand Canal, known for Pollock, Picasso, Dalí, Kandinsky, and sculpture gardens.
The former seat of Venetian power combines Gothic architecture, state rooms, prisons, and major artworks. Functionally a museum visit today and one of the city’s essential sites.
Venice’s grand ceremonial square, surrounded by major monuments and arcades. It is the city’s most famous public space and a classic first stop.
The main waterway of Venice, best experienced from bridges, vaporetto lines, and waterfront walks. It delivers the city’s most iconic urban scenery.
The brightly colored island neighborhood is famous for vivid houses, canals, and photogenic streetscapes that are especially popular on social media.
Sweet-and-sour sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, raisins, and pine nuts; a classic Venetian cicchetto with strong lagoon heritage.
Creamed salt cod whipped with olive oil until fluffy, usually served on bread or grilled polenta; one of Venice’s signature bar snacks.
Venetian risotto colored and flavored with cuttlefish ink; rich, briny, and closely tied to the city’s seafood traditions.
Refined fine-dining venue offering creative cuisine in a luxury setting, suitable for a splurge while still drawing on Venetian ingredients.
Popular casual stop near Santa Lucia for cicchetti, wine, and quick traditional bites in an informal Venetian bacaro atmosphere.
Long-established restaurant loved for seasonal Venetian cooking with excellent vegetable dishes and a warm, intimate canal-side feel.
Venice is pricey by Italian standards, especially near the station and main sights. Dining and coffee cost more than in most other cities.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. No tip needed for quick coffee at the bar.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa 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.

Most Genoa to Venice Santa Lucia trains use the Genova Piazza Principe to Venezia Santa Lucia station pair. Use this guide to compare Genoa and Venice Santa Lucia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Genova Piazza Principe is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Piazza Principe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Salgari, Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Piazza Principe: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Continental Genova, Grand Hotel Savoia, Hotel Britannia.
Genova Brignole is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Brignole has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria da Toto, Trattoria Rosmarino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Brignole. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Brignole. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Brignole: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Brignole: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Brignole: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol Palace, NH Genova Centro, Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi.
Genova Sampierdarena is 3 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Sampierdarena has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Zenzero, Trattoria da Mario
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Sampierdarena. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Sampierdarena. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Sampierdarena: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Sampierdarena: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Sampierdarena: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Galata, Hotel Bellevue, Hotel Helvetia.
Venezia Santa Lucia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
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