- 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
$27
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Porta Garibaldi 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 Milan Porta Garibaldi to Venice Santa Lucia will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 8 trains that leave Milan Porta Garibaldi for Venice Santa Lucia on Fri, Jun 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct trains cover the 244 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest trains will take 3 h 21 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.
S5 TRENORD 24533 · Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale Veloce 3497
Intercity 603+
Regionale Veloce 3966
FRECCIAROSSA 9759+
Regionale 16403
FRECCIAROSSA 9753
FRECCIAROSSA 9715
FRECCIAROSSA 9753
FRECCIAROSSA 9715
FRECCIAROSSA 9743
FRECCIAROSSA 9759+
Regionale 16403
FRECCIAROSSA 9805 · FRECCIAROSSA 9414Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Venice Santa Lucia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a flight costs an average of $109.
Distance: 151 miles (244 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $136 Average price | $78 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 1m Average total duration 9h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Venice Santa Lucia:
A bus is $29 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Venice Santa Lucia costing on average $43 (€36).
A bus is $121 (€100) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Venice Santa Lucia costing on average $136 (€112).
Other travel options to Venice Santa Lucia take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 42m.
Flight takes on average 9h 1m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
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 Porta Garibaldi to Venice Santa Lucia trains for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 603+ Regionale Veloce 3966 | 5:10 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 5h10 | 10:20 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9715 | 9:13 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2h29 | 11:42 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9805 · FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 10:13 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h21 | 1:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
S5 TRENORD 24533 · Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale Veloce 3497 | 10:55 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h55 | 2:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9743 | 4:13 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2h29 | 6:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9325 · FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 4:48 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h46 | 8:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9753 | 6:13 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2h29 | 8:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9759+ Regionale 16403 | 7:43 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2h56 | 10:39 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
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Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Venice Santa Lucia run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 151 miles (244 km) distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 151 miles (244 km) |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 1:25 AM |
Last train 9:25 PM |
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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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Venezia Santa Lucia -> Piazzale Roma, Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Porta Garibaldi 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 Milan Porta Garibaldi to Venice Santa Lucia trains use the Milano Centrale to Venezia Santa Lucia station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan Porta Garibaldi and Venice Santa Lucia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
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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