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Gallerie dell'Accademia
Venice's leading art museum, known for its outstanding collection of Venetian painting from the 14th to 18th centuries.
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montecatini Centro 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 Montecatini Centro to Venice Santa Lucia will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 1 trains that leave Montecatini Centro for Venice Santa Lucia on Sun, May 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct trains cover the 212 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 23 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest trains will take 4 h 23 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 Montecatini Centro to Venice Santa Lucia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 131 miles (212 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Montecatini Centro to Venice Santa Lucia:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montecatini Centro to Venice Santa Lucia costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Venice Santa Lucia take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 0m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $87 (€70) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $58 (€47). The journey takes 3h 29m versus 2h 45m 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 Montecatini Centro to Venice Santa Lucia trains for today, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:33 AM Montecatini Centro | 4h47 | 9:20 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:57 AM Montecatini Centro | 5h23 | 1:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Montecatini Centro to Venice Santa Lucia run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:33, the last at 17:18. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (212 km) distance in 3h 36m.
Distance 131 miles (212 km) |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 3h 36m |
First train 3:33 AM |
Last train 5:18 PM |
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Venice's leading art museum, known for its outstanding collection of Venetian painting from the 14th to 18th centuries.
Major modern art museum in Peggy Guggenheim's former home, featuring important 20th-century European and American works.
Gothic palace museum with grand chambers, political history, and the famous Bridge of Sighs route.
Venice's principal square, surrounded by monumental architecture and one of the essential places to experience the city.
Venice's main waterway, best experienced from vaporetto lines for classic palaces and bridges views.
Art-filled district with quieter canals, museums, student life, and photogenic walks popular with visitors and locals.
A classic Venetian dish of sweet-and-sour sardines with onions, vinegar, raisins, and pine nuts, rooted in the city’s maritime history.
Creamed salt cod whipped with olive oil into a soft spread, usually served on bread or polenta; one of Venice’s signature bacari snacks.
Thick whole-wheat pasta dressed with onions and anchovies, a traditional Venetian first course especially associated with feast days.
A refined Michelin-starred dining room offering contemporary interpretations of Venetian and Italian cuisine in an elegant setting.
A well-regarded Venetian osteria known for seafood dishes, pasta, and a warm, traditional atmosphere away from the busiest tourist routes.
A long-established classic celebrated for authentic Venetian seafood cuisine, with a rustic setting and strong local reputation.
Venice is pricier than many Italian cities, especially near the station and canals. Meals and coffee cost more in tourist areas.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Taxis: round up.
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