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Gallerie dell'Accademia
A leading Venetian art museum with masterpieces by Bellini, Titian, Veronese, and Tintoretto in a grand former confraternity building.
Cheapest price on Sep 05
$31
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$32
Fastest journey on Sep 05
4 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
4 h 48 m
Trains on Sep 05
6
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucca to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucca to Venice will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 6 trains from Lucca to Venice, including 6 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct trains cover the 228 km distance in an average of 4 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest trains will take 5 h 28 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 Lucca to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $33, while a bus costs an average of $41.
Distance: 141 miles (228 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price Cheapest | $41 Average price | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Lucca to Venice:
A train is $8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Lucca to Venice costing on average $41.
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 7m.
Tickets start at around $33 compared to roughly $64 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $31. The journey takes 3h 50m versus 3h 16m 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 Lucca to Venice trains for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18493 · Regionale TTPER 17846+ FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 3:39 PM Lucca station | 4h17 | 7:56 PM Venice Mestre | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83579 · Regionale 18497+ Intercity 592 | 4:26 PM San Pietro a Vico | 5h10 | 9:36 PM Venice Mestre | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18525+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 4:31 PM Lucca station | 4h03 | 8:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18525 · Regionale 17838 · Regionale Veloce 3990 | 4:31 PM Lucca station | 4h49 | 9:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18527+ Intercity 592 | 5:31 PM Lucca station | 4h05 | 9:36 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18481 · Regionale 17842 · Regionale Veloce 3992 | 5:39 PM Lucca station | 5h41 | 11:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83691 · Regionale 18483+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 6:21 PM San Pietro a Vico | 4h34 | 10:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18529+ Intercity 596+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 6:31 PM Lucca station | 4h49 | 11:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18483+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 6:39 PM Lucca station | 4h16 | 10:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18531+ FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 7:31 PM Lucca station | 4h03 | 11:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:27 AM Lucca | 4h40 | 11:07 AM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:32 AM Lucca | 4h35 | 1:07 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:39 AM Lucca | 5h28 | 2:07 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:25 AM Lucca | 6h42 | 4:07 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:32 AM Lucca | 4h35 | 2:07 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:23 AM Lucca | 4h44 | 4:07 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Lucca to Venice run on average 32 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 141 miles (228 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 141 miles (228 km) |
Average train duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 |
Trains per day 32 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 10:17 PM |
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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 Lucca 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 Lucca to Venice trains use the Lucca to Venezia Santa Lucia station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia Mestre. Use this guide to compare Lucca and Venice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lucca 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 Giglio, Osteria Baralla
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lucca. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lucca. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lucca: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lucca: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lucca: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grand Universe Lucca, Hotel Ilaria, Albergo San Martino.
S. Pietro A Vico is 4 km from Lucca city centre. Public transport options include:
S. Pietro A Vico has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
Available at S. Pietro A Vico: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
Ponte A Moriano is 7 km from Lucca city centre. Public transport options include:
Ponte A Moriano has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Ponte A Moriano.
ATMs are available at Ponte A Moriano.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ponte A Moriano.
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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