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Doge's Palace
Gothic palace museum of the Venetian Republic with grand halls, prisons, and the Bridge of Sighs. One of the city's essential cultural sights.
Cheapest price
$85
Average price
$90
Fastest journey
4 h 42 m
Average duration
5 h 12 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Innsbruck to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Innsbruck to Venice will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
Of the 11 trains that leave Innsbruck for Venice on Fri, May 15, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct trains cover the 215 km distance in an average of 5 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 42 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest trains will take 5 h 38 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.
RJ 83+
Regionale Veloce 3503
EC 81+
Regionale Veloce 3499
RJ 83+
Regionale 17221
RJ 83+
Regionale Veloce 3505
EC 81+
Regionale 17209
RJ 85
RJ 85
RJ 83+
Regionale Veloce 3503
EC 81+
Regionale Veloce 3497
EC 81Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Innsbruck to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $289.
Distance: 133 miles (215 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$91 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $687 Average price | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 40m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Innsbruck to Venice:
A bus is $43 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Innsbruck to Venice costing on average $91 (€73).
A bus is $639 (€512) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Innsbruck to Venice costing on average $687 (€551).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 20m.
Flight takes on average 7h 40m.
Tickets start at around $91 (€73) compared to roughly $67 (€53) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-24.70 (€-19.81). The journey takes 5h 20m versus 4h 30m 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.
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 Innsbruck to Venice trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 81 | On time 9:24 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 5h50 | 3:14 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 81 | On time 9:24 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 5h50 | 3:14 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 81+ Regionale 17209 | On time 9:24 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 6h32 | 3:56 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EC 81 | On time 9:24 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 5h38 | 3:02 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 81+ Regionale Veloce 3497 | On time 9:24 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 5h26 | 2:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EC 81+ Regionale Veloce 3499 | On time 9:24 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 6h26 | 3:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
RJ 83+ Regionale Veloce 3505 | 11:30 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 6h20 | 5:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
RJ 83+ Regionale 17221 | 11:30 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 6h26 | 5:56 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
RJ 83+ Regionale Veloce 3503 | 11:30 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 5h20 | 4:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
RJ 85 | 1:30 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 4h55 | 6:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 85 | 1:30 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 4h42 | 6:12 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Innsbruck to Venice run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $33 (€26) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 133 miles (215 km) distance in 4h 23m.
Distance 133 miles (215 km) |
Average train duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 23m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 10:20 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
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Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 for good service is appreciated. Taxis: round up.
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