- 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
$28
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
119
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan 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 Milan Centrale to Venice will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 119 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Venice on Thu, Aug 20, 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 20 the direct trains cover the 243 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .
On Thu, Aug 20 the slowest trains will take 2 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.
Regionale TRENORD 2615 · Regionale 17299
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale 17209
Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale 16281
Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale 17221
Regionale TRENORD 2613 · Regionale 17257
FRECCIAROSSA 9749
FRECCIAROSSA 9709
FRECCIAROSSA 9705
FRECCIAROSSA 9737
8975Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. 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 train costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $146.
Distance: 150 miles (243 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $101 Average price | $320 Average price | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 13m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg 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 Milan Centrale to Venice:
A train is $74 (€59) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan Centrale to Venice costing on average $101 (€81).
A train is $293 (€236) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Centrale to Venice costing on average $320 (€258).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 58m.
Flight takes on average 5h 13m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€22) compared to roughly $55 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $27 (€22). The journey takes 3h 10m versus 2h 57m 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.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa, Italo.
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 Milan Centrale to Venice trains for today, Wednesday, August 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TRENORD 2607 · Autobus TRENORD 2607A · Regionale Veloce 3477 | 11:25 PM Milan Centrale | 7h25 | 6:50 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, August 20 | |||||
Regionale TRENORD 2613 · Regionale 17257 | 6:25 AM Milan Centrale | 4h23 | 10:48 AM Venezia Porto Marghera | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2613 · Regionale Veloce 3485 | 6:25 AM Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 10:50 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2613+ 8975 | 6:25 AM Milan Centrale | 5h00 | 11:25 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2613+ 8977 | 6:25 AM Milan Centrale | 6h00 | 12:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2613+ 8981 | 6:25 AM Milan Centrale | 8h00 | 2:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9703 | 6:45 AM Milan Centrale | 2h46 | 9:31 AM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9703+ 8975 | 6:45 AM Milan Centrale | 4h40 | 11:25 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9703+ 8977 | 6:45 AM Milan Centrale | 5h40 | 12:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9703+ 8981 | 6:45 AM Milan Centrale | 7h40 | 2:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9705 | 7:15 AM Milan Centrale | 2h37 | 9:52 AM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2615 · Regionale 17299 | 7:25 AM Milan Centrale | 4h23 | 11:48 AM Venezia Porto Marghera | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2615 · Regionale Veloce 3495 | 7:25 AM Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 11:50 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2615+ 8975 | 7:25 AM Milan Centrale | 4h00 | 11:25 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2615+ 8977 | 7:25 AM Milan Centrale | 5h00 | 12:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2615+ 8981 | 7:25 AM Milan Centrale | 7h00 | 2:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9707 | 7:45 AM Milan Centrale | 2h46 | 10:31 AM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9707+ 8975 | 7:45 AM Milan Centrale | 3h40 | 11:25 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9707+ 8977 | 7:45 AM Milan Centrale | 4h40 | 12:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9707+ 8981 | 7:45 AM Milan Centrale | 6h40 | 2:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9709 | 8:15 AM Milan Centrale | 2h37 | 10:52 AM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2617 · Regionale Veloce 3513 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 12:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2617+ 8977 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 4h00 | 12:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2617+ 8981 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 6h00 | 2:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2617+ 8983 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 7h00 | 3:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
8975 | 8:35 AM Milan Centrale | 2h38 | 11:13 AM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8975 | 8:35 AM Milan Centrale | 2h50 | 11:25 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9710 | 8:45 AM Milan Centrale | 2h57 | 11:42 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9710+ 8983 | 8:45 AM Milan Centrale | 6h40 | 3:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9710+ 8977 | 8:45 AM Milan Centrale | 3h40 | 12:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9710+ 8981 | 8:45 AM Milan Centrale | 5h40 | 2:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583 · FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 8:55 AM Milan Centrale | 3h39 | 12:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale 17319 | 9:25 AM Milan Centrale | 5h23 | 2:48 PM Venezia Porto Marghera | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale Veloce 3613 | 9:25 AM Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 1:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619+ 8983 | 9:25 AM Milan Centrale | 6h00 | 3:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619+ 8981 | 9:25 AM Milan Centrale | 5h00 | 2:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
8977 | 9:35 AM Milan Centrale | 2h38 | 12:13 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8977 | 9:35 AM Milan Centrale | 2h50 | 12:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9717 | 9:45 AM Milan Centrale | 2h57 | 12:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9717+ 8983 | 9:45 AM Milan Centrale | 5h40 | 3:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9717+ 8981 | 9:45 AM Milan Centrale | 4h40 | 2:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8807 · FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 11:15 AM Milan Centrale | 3h19 | 2:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale 17209 | 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 4h23 | 3:48 PM Venezia Porto Marghera | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale Veloce 3499 | 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 3:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623+ 8995 | 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 10h00 | 9:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623+ 8997 | 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 11h00 | 10:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623+ 8983 | 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 4h00 | 3:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
8981 | 11:35 AM Milan Centrale | 2h50 | 2:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8981 | 11:35 AM Milan Centrale | 2h38 | 2:13 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9723 | 11:45 AM Milan Centrale | 2h57 | 2:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9723+ 8997 | 11:45 AM Milan Centrale | 10h40 | 10:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9723+ 8995 | 11:45 AM Milan Centrale | 9h40 | 9:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9723+ 8983 | 11:45 AM Milan Centrale | 3h40 | 3:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8809 · FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 12:20 PM Milan Centrale | 3h14 | 3:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale 16281 | 12:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h23 | 4:48 PM Venezia Porto Marghera | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale Veloce 3503 | 12:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 4:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625+ 8997 | 12:25 PM Milan Centrale | 10h00 | 10:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625+ 8995 | 12:25 PM Milan Centrale | 9h00 | 9:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
8983 | 12:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2h50 | 3:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8983 | 12:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2h38 | 3:13 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9727 | 12:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2h57 | 3:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9727+ 8997 | 12:45 PM Milan Centrale | 9h40 | 10:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9727+ 8995 | 12:45 PM Milan Centrale | 8h40 | 9:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9539+ Intercity 588 | 12:50 PM Milan Centrale | 3h26 | 4:16 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9420 | 1:20 PM Milan Centrale | 3h14 | 4:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale 17221 | 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h23 | 5:48 PM Venezia Porto Marghera | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3505 | 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 5:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627+ 8995 | 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 8h00 | 9:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627+ 8997 | 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 9h00 | 10:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9731 | 1:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2h57 | 4:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9731+ 8997 | 1:45 PM Milan Centrale | 8h40 | 10:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9731+ 8995 | 1:45 PM Milan Centrale | 7h40 | 9:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9733 | 2:15 PM Milan Centrale | 2h48 | 5:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9733+ 8995 | 2:15 PM Milan Centrale | 7h10 | 9:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale 17227 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h23 | 6:48 PM Venezia Porto Marghera | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale Veloce 3507 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 6:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629+ 8995 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 7h00 | 9:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629+ 8997 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 8h00 | 10:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9735 | 2:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2h45 | 5:30 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9735+ 8997 | 2:45 PM Milan Centrale | 7h40 | 10:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9735+ 8995 | 2:45 PM Milan Centrale | 6h40 | 9:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 3:15 PM Milan Centrale | 2h37 | 5:52 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9737+ 8995 | 3:15 PM Milan Centrale | 6h10 | 9:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale 17233 | 3:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h23 | 7:48 PM Venezia Porto Marghera | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3547 | 3:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 7:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631+ 8995 | 3:25 PM Milan Centrale | 6h00 | 9:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631+ 8997 | 3:25 PM Milan Centrale | 7h00 | 10:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9741 | 3:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2h57 | 6:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9741+ 8995 | 3:45 PM Milan Centrale | 5h40 | 9:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9741+ 8997 | 3:45 PM Milan Centrale | 6h40 | 10:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8819 · FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 4:15 PM Milan Centrale | 3h19 | 7:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale 16309 | 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h23 | 8:48 PM Venezia Porto Marghera | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3523 | 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 8:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633+ 8995 | 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 5h00 | 9:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633+ 8997 | 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 6h00 | 10:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 5:15 PM Milan Centrale | 2h32 | 7:47 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9749+ 8995 | 5:15 PM Milan Centrale | 4h10 | 9:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale 17245+ Intercity 592 | 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h11 | 9:36 PM Venice Mestre | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale 17245 | 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h31 | 9:56 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale 17247 | 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 5h23 | 10:48 PM Venezia Porto Marghera | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635+ 8995 | 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h00 | 9:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635+ 8997 | 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 5h00 | 10:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
8993 | 5:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2h39 | 8:14 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9751+ Regionale Veloce 3523 | 5:45 PM Milan Centrale | 3h05 | 8:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9751+ 8997 | 5:45 PM Milan Centrale | 4h40 | 10:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9751+ 8995 | 5:45 PM Milan Centrale | 3h40 | 9:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale 17247 | 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h31 | 10:56 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2637+ 8997 | 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h00 | 10:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
8995 | 6:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2h50 | 9:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8995 | 6:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2h38 | 9:13 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9755 | 6:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2h46 | 9:31 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9755+ 8997 | 6:45 PM Milan Centrale | 3h40 | 10:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9757 | 7:15 PM Milan Centrale | 2h48 | 10:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9757+ 8997 | 7:15 PM Milan Centrale | 3h10 | 10:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
8997 | 7:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2h50 | 10:25 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8997 | 7:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2h38 | 10:13 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9567 · FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 8:00 PM Milan Centrale | 3h34 | 11:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale Veloce 3549 | 8:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h38 | 12:03 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9763 | 8:45 PM Milan Centrale | 3h02 | 11:47 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Milan Centrale to Venice run on average 54 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 150 miles (243 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 150 miles (243 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 54 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 9:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
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Discover the best of Venice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venice trip today.
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
The train connection between Milano Centrale and Venice is both efficient and comfortable, making it a popular choice for travelers. With several options available, you can choose from Italo, Regionale, or Frecciarossa services to suit your schedule and budget. The journey typically takes around 2 to 2.5 hours, allowing you to enjoy the scenic views of the Italian countryside as you travel between these two iconic cities.
The train connection from Milano Centrale to Venice takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. There are a total of 15 connections available each day, all of which are direct services, making travel convenient for passengers.
The first daily train from Milano Centrale to Venice departs at 05:25 AM, providing an early start for travelers eager to explore the beautiful canals and historic architecture of Venice. The last train of the day leaves at 09:55 PM, allowing visitors ample time to enjoy a full day in this enchanting city before returning back.
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection between Milano Centrale and Venice is €20. The average ticket price typically hovers around €26, making it a convenient option for travelers looking to explore these beautiful Italian cities.
St. Mark's Basilica, a stunning example of Italo-Byzantine architecture, has stood as the spiritual heart of Venice since its completion in 1092. Its significance lies not only in its role as a cathedral but also as a symbol of Venetian wealth and power during the Middle Ages, housing relics that were believed to belong to St. Mark himself. Unique features such as the intricate mosaics covering over 8,000 square meters and the majestic domes create an awe-inspiring atmosphere that leaves visitors breathless.
Doge's Palace served as both the residence of Venice’s Doge and the seat of government for centuries, showcasing Gothic architectural brilliance intertwined with rich history dating back to around 1340. This landmark is significant because it embodies Venice’s political might and artistic heritage while hosting important events like council meetings and trials within its opulent halls. Visitors are captivated by unique elements such as The Bridge of Sighs connecting it to prison cells—an evocative reminder of justice in this once-powerful republic.
The Rialto Bridge stands proudly over the Grand Canal, having been completed in 1591 after several iterations throughout history; it's one of Venice's most iconic symbols today. Its significance stems from being not just a vital crossing point but also an essential hub for trade where merchants gathered for centuries—a true testament to Venetian commerce thriving on water routes. What makes this bridge truly unique are its elegant design featuring stone arches adorned with shops lining either side—creating an enchanting blend between functionality and beauty that enchants every visitor who crosses it.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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 Milan Centrale to Venice trains use the Milano Centrale to Venezia Santa Lucia station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia Mestre. Use this guide to compare Milan Centrale and Venice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale 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: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
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 Porto Marghera is 6 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Porto Marghera has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Venezia Porto Marghera.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia Porto Marghera. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Venezia Porto Marghera: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Porto Marghera: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Porto Marghera: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Venezia Marghera, Hotel Lugano Torretta, Hotel Mondial.
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