- Must visit
Gallerie dell'Accademia
A leading Venetian art museum with masterpieces by Bellini, Titian, Veronese, and Tintoretto in a grand former confraternity building.
Cheapest price
Kč641
Average price
Kč967
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 18 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from La Spezia Centrale to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from La Spezia Centrale to Venice will cost around Kč967 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only Kč641.
Of the 6 trains that leave La Spezia Centrale for Venice on Thu, Aug 06, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 247 km distance in an average of 6 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 6 h 51 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from La Spezia Centrale to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from Kč415. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč415, and a train costs an average of Kč641.
Distance: 153 miles (247 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
Kč917 Average price | Kč793 Average price Cheapest | Kč1400 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration Fastest 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m 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 La Spezia Centrale to Venice:
A bus is Kč125 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from La Spezia Centrale to Venice costing on average Kč917.
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 27m.
Tickets start at around Kč917 compared to roughly Kč1400 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about Kč482. The journey takes 5h 27m versus 3h 32m 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 La Spezia Centrale to Venice trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:21 AM La Spezia Centrale | 5h55 | 3:16 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:17 AM La Spezia Centrale | 8h19 | 7:36 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
![]() | 5:38 AM La Spezia Centrale | 6h34 | 12:12 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:06 AM La Spezia Centrale | 7h01 | 1:07 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from La Spezia Centrale to Venice run on average 35 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at Kč641 but you can travel from only Kč415 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:28, the last at 16:54. The fastest train covers the 153 miles (247 km) distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 153 miles (247 km) |
Average train duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price Kč641 |
Trains per day 35 |
Fastest train 5h 15m |
First train 2:28 AM |
Last train 4:54 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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A leading Venetian art museum with masterpieces by Bellini, Titian, Veronese, and Tintoretto in a grand former confraternity building.
Peggy Guggenheim’s former home presents an outstanding modern art collection with Picasso, Pollock, and Dalí overlooking the Grand Canal.
Venice’s civic museum of art and history in Piazza San Marco, with neoclassical rooms, imperial apartments, and important city collections.
Venice’s monumental main square is framed by arcades, museums, and the basilica. It is the city’s ceremonial heart and a classic first experience.
The broad canal-side promenade east of San Marco offers open lagoon views, landmark hotels, and one of Venice’s best waterside walks.
This lively central district around the market and bridge mixes commerce, everyday Venetian life, and some of the city’s most photogenic canal scenes.
Creamed salt cod whipped with olive oil, traditionally served on grilled polenta. A classic Venetian bacaro snack with roots in lagoon trade routes.
Rice cooked with fresh peas, somewhere between soup and risotto. It is a beloved spring dish, especially linked to the feast of Saint Mark.
Soft white polenta topped with tiny lagoon shrimp. This seasonal cicchetto showcases Venice's historic connection to its lagoon seafood.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant in a historic palace, celebrated for elegant Venetian tasting menus and polished canal-side dining.
Historic, lively bacaro near Rialto known for creative cicchetti, seafood small plates, and a standing-room wine bar atmosphere.
Well-known traditional restaurant with a broad Venetian menu, including sarde in saor and seafood risotto, in a comfortable classic dining room.
Venice is pricier than many Italian cities, especially near major sights. Hotels, dining, and canal transport raise costs, though cicchetti bars and off-center stays can help.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, but not required. Small taxi rounding and café change are enough.
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Venezia Santa Lucia -> Piazza San Marco, Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from La Spezia Centrale 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.

Most La Spezia Centrale to Venice trains use the La Spezia Centrale to Venezia Santa Lucia station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia Mestre. Use this guide to compare La Spezia Centrale and Venice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
La Spezia Centrale is 2 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
La Spezia Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Chef Express, Moka, Wake Up Cafe' Di Bottazzo Paolo
Free WiFi in the station with password displayed on ticket. ATMs are located inside the station.
Information desks are located inside the station near the information board.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located inside the main terminal.
Available at La Spezia Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at La Spezia Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Spezia Centrale: There are elevators from the parking garage and the road into the station as well as ramps for train access.
Nearby hotels include Affittacamere Casa Dane, La Siesta, Hotel Mary.
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.
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus) is 7 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are several cafes and restaurants inside.
Free Wi-Fi available in the terminal. ATMs are aTMs available at the entrance and near platforms.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus).
Available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus): Wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps.
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