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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.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Piran to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a ferry costs an average of $95.
Distance: 60 miles (97 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$84 Average price | $67 Average price Cheapest | $102 Average price | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Piran to Venice:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Piran to Venice costing on average $84 (€70).
A bus is $35 (€29) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Piran to Venice costing on average $102 (€84).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 43m.
Ferry takes on average 3h 26m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (1h 58m by train vs 2h 8m by car). Tickets start at around $84 (€70) compared to roughly $8 (€6) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Piran to Venice run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $84 (€70) but you can travel from only $45 (€37) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (97 km) distance in 10h 8m.
Distance 60 miles (97 km) |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€70) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 10h 8m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 11:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 77 days |
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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 Piran 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 Piran to Venice trains use the Trieste Centrale to Venezia Santa Lucia station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia Mestre. Use this guide to compare Piran and Venice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Carpenedo is 9 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Carpenedo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Venezia Carpenedo.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia Carpenedo.
Available at Venezia Carpenedo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Carpenedo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Carpenedo: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alverì, Hotel Garibaldi, Hotel Kappa.
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